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Mexican Holidays

Students will do the following:
1. Research one of two Mexican holidays, Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo
2. Present important facts about the holiday to the class
3. Host an in-class celebration that reflects the dress, music, food, and traditions of that holiday

More about this lesson plan:
Materials Needed: The class will need the following: • Internet access • Resources about Mexico and its holidays and traditions • Materials for students to create posters (such as poster board, markers, and paint)
Author: Joy Brewster, George Cassutto
Source: © school.discoveryeducation.com

Related lessons:

  1. Mexican Culture and History through Its National Holidays
  2. Today is Cinco de Mayo.
  3. Mexican Masks
  4. Mexican Pottery
  5. A Gallery of Mexican Art

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