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Celebrate the vibrant traditions of Dia de los Muertos with this Day of the Dead Mini Unit in English and Spanish! Designed with Language Learners in mind, this comprehensive resource includes vocabulary cards, word mats, differentiated texts, and a variety of printables to engage and educate studen...

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Celebrate the Day of the Dead the first two days of November with these traditional and modern Día de los Muertos recipes.

Celebrate the legacy of Gloria E. Anzaldúa with this unique mixed media mini altar crafted from repurposed wood. This piece features a small miniature of her book, resin seashells, miniature snakes, which show up multiple times in her work and a dia de los muertos sugar skull fashioned dog. Across the back is one of Gloria anzadula's that's quickly becoming my favorite. Key Features: Handcrafted Pine Block: Made from durable pine wood, this deep shadowbox is designed to last and provides a rustic, unfinished look that adds charm and character to any space. Vintage and Retro Elements: Created with vintage paper and a retro style, this collaged shrine brings a touch of nostalgia and interest to your desk, dresser, or any display area. Versatile Display Options: it stands perfectly on flat surfacs. About Gloria E. Anzaldúa: Gloria E. Anzaldúa was a trailblazing queer Chicana poet, writer, and feminist theorist. She described herself as a “tejana patlache (queer) nepantlera spiritual activist,” and her work continues to inspire and influence across generations. **Important Information:** - **Handcrafted Art:** This piece is a handmade piece of art, crafted with care and attention to detail. - **Not a Toy:** Please note that this item is not a toy and is not intended for play or for use by children. - **Handicraft Imperfections:** Each piece is unique and may have minor imperfections, which are a natural part of the handmade process and add to the charm of the item. - **Display Only:** This piece is designed for display purposes only. Parts are not removable or adjustable, except for any included magnets. - **Fragile Parts:** Handle with care to preserve the intricate details and craftsmanship. ### Upcycled and Recycled Materials Information **Sustainable Crafting Practices:** - **Upcycled Materials:** I often upcycle materials in my creations, repurposing items to form the base, structure, or incorporating them in unique, artistic ways that differ from their original design. - **Recycled Materials:** Many of the materials used in my pieces are recycled, contributing to an eco-friendly crafting process. - **Eco-Friendly Packaging:** Your order will be shipped in recycled boxes or shipping materials to reduce environmental impact. By choosing my handmade pieces, you are supporting sustainable practices and contributing to the reduction of waste. Thank you for being a part of this eco-friendly journey!

Celebrate any occasion with this stunningly designed cookbook, featuring 100+ recipes for traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine as well as DIY crafts that make every event a fiesta!You’ll discover how to show your love on Valentine’s Day with Heart-Shaped Berry Empanadas, celebrate Mother’s Day with Guava Mimosas, whip up Chile Braised Pork Ribs for Día de los Muertos; make a big batch of Red Chile and Chicken Tamales for the December holidays, and much more. Included along with the over 100 delicious, seasonal recipes are step-by-step instructions for making holiday-themed crafts that are fun for children and grown-ups alike.With its gorgeous food photography, detailed recipe directions, and wealth of tips to guide you in the kitchen, Muy Bueno: FIESTAS turns every day into a celebration.100+ RECIPES: Includes a broad selection of classic and contemporary Mexican recipes, including substantial soups and salads, hearty mains, cocktails, and decadent desserts.RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whether you’re preparing for a 4th of July BBQ or Mexican Independence Day, cooking for a crowd on Easter, or honoring loved ones on Día de los Muertos, Muy Bueno: FIESTAS features easy-to-follow recipes for all occasions, big and small.DIY CRAFTS: Instructions for decorative crafts to help set the stage for a memorable occasion!

Magdalena Cervantes attends a series of workshops held every year to commemorate the “Dia de Muertos” at Casa Ramirez in Houston, Texas.

Fiambre in Guatemala is truly the mother of all salads. This unique dish appears each year for Día de Todos Santos and Día de los Muertos.

Se acerca una de las festividades que más me gusta: la de día de muertos, y algo que quiero hacer, es un altar de muertos, pero quiero que lleve los elementos...

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One of my favorite times of year has arrived - Day of the Dead, or Día de los muertos. Celebrated mainly in Mexico and various communities within the US, the Day of the Dead celebrates the idea that loved ones who have passed away return on November 1st and 2nd to visit their family members. Various traditions are carried out such as visiting the cemetery and graves of the departed, creating elaborate altars, and in general, celebrating the lives of those who have passed away. Despite being a holiday about death, Day of the Dead is actually a joyous event where people eat good food and drinks, listen to music, and have parties to commemorate loved ones. Below is a collection of fun and informative videos about Day of the Dead. I have some comprehension questions about the first three videos if you would like to use them in your classroom. The questions can be found for free on my TeachersPayTeachers website found here: Day of the Dead - FREE Video Activities This first video (6:54) is a podcast that includes some basic information about what Day of the Dead is all about and various details of the unique traditions: The next video (3:42) takes us through an art exhibit in Minneapolis where high school students created ofrendas for their loved ones. Finally, the last video (3:07) is a popular animated short film about a girl in Mexico who discovers the true meaning of Day of the Dead. Below are also two more short videos about Day of the Dead. In the following video (1:47), two Mexican chefs from Los Angeles explain their experiences with Day of the Day traditions in their families as well as the important role that food plays on this holiday: Finally, just for fun here's a tutorial on how to make the beautiful calavera makeup for Halloween costumes! (8:11) Overall, Day of the Dead is an important holiday in Mexican tradition and helps students develop a new outlook on death. I recommend discussing the holiday in your classroom and having students complete the FREE comprehension questions that go along with the videos above! Happy teaching! TPT - Senorita's Spanish Class

Day of the Dead or Día de los Muertos is a Mexican celebration when families gather to honor the memory of deceased loved ones. It’s a fusion of traditions found in Europe and Mesoamer…

Guest post written by Poudre River Public Library District, with thanks to Johanna & Ludy. Day of the Dead Celebration and Altar Exhibit The Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos is an annual Mexican celebration when families gather to honor the memory of loved ones on October 31, November 1, and 2. […]

I have not been able to celebrate this holiday with my students in over 15 years as I have had a rather large population of families with a religious background that do not support the teaching of it. Creating an alternative activity would require most students not being able to participate. So, when I had the opportunity to bring this back to my classroom (in a new district), I was so excited! I love how latinos celebrate death and welcome it rather than being afraid of it and being overshadowed by negative feelings. When I was approached by a parent who had molds that I could borrow, I was totally excited to give this a whirl in class. Yeah me! Yeah for my students! Yeah for super supportive parents! I've tried doing molds in the past and they didn't work so well, but these were f.a.b.u.l.o.u.s! They were from http://www.hearthsong.com I created 65 sugar skulls one Sunday afternoon. They stood up perfectly with a mix of 3 cups of sugar, 1 Tblsp meringue powder and 1 Tblsp water. It was like moon sand consistency and I was very leery at first, but after letting them dry for 12 hours, they were amazingly hard and firm enough to decorate. Students passed through three different experience stations in class. I firmly believe that in order for students to get a full appreciation of a culture without actually traveling abroad, they must experience various aspect of the culture as much as possible. So, they don't just talk about the sugar skulls, but they actually create one themselves. This becomes more than just learning; it's an experience. So, I feel like these are better named Experience Stations rather than simply learning stations. Station 1 During class, students watched a video about Day of the Dead, and were directed to pay particular attention to the images that they would be seeing in the video for a later activity. It was a Spanglish video so all levels could understand easily. They then completed guiding questions about the video that we later discussed. Station 2 mariposas After all watched the introductory video, the class divided into two groups. One group went to Experience Station #2 and the other to Experience Station #3. For Spanish III and IV, these were given to them in the target language and completed in the target language. For Spanish II, it was completed in English. In this station, the students learned about butterflies and why they are important to Day of the Dead. They speculated the meaning and symbolism of butterflies, then watched a brief video clip. They decided if their reflection was accurate or not and other information they learned as a result of watching the video. Lastly, they chose a butterfly to decorate and display in the commons. They could choose to write the name of a loved on their butterfly if they wanted. Station 3 calaveras The other half of the class went to the sugar skull experience station. They reflected on the images they saw in the video they watched and how the Day of the Dead celebration compared to Halloween. Lastly, they were able to decorate their own calavera using any of the materials provided or whatever they may have had in their personal possession. Value Beyond School Giving students a place to display their work and to educate a broader audience is so important in my classroom. They need to see how their lives fit into a broader world and have greater acceptance of other people and cultures to better understand and appreciate their own. We displayed their calaveras in the commons for a day in a set-up altar. The altar included some of the key components of an actual altar: photo of the deceased, fruit, flowers, water, calaveras, bread, items particular to that family member, papel picado (decorative tissue paper), and other items. The students' butterflies were also displayed in the window behind the altar and a skeleton dressed up as the deceased family member. The day after the students completed their Experience Stations, they went to the commons area to see the altar, the butterflies, and their decorated sugar skulls. We discussed what was similar and different on the altar that they discovered from the videos and the Experience Stations from the previous day. Block scheduling allowed us to complete these activities in about one and a half class periods. On a regular schedule, this would have taken 3-4 class periods. I heard numerous positive comments from the students and from the school community throughout the week. We capped the celebration with sugar cookies in the shape of skulls.

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Can I teach about Day of the Dead at a Christian school? I interviewed three native speakers from different countries to investigate. Here is what I found.

10 Amazing Skull Artworks To Celebrate Day Of The Dead

What is Día de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead? Día de los Muertos is a time to honor and celebrate deceased loved ones. The celebration occurs on November 2 in connection with

Guide pratique : Où célébrer la tradition de Dia de Los Muertos : San Andrés Mixquic | Oaxaca | Puebla | Patzcúaro / Isla de Janitzio – Michoacán | Mexico

Hier erfährst du alles, was du über den Día de los Muertos in Spanien und das spanische Allerheiligen-Fest wissen musst.

Celebrate Dí­a de Todos los Santos (Day of the Dead) in Guatemala with the Sumpango Giant Kite Festival, fiambre and other traditions.

This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for higher elementary to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers. The text describes the origins and modern day celebrations behind the popular Mexican holiday "Dia de los Muertos" on Nov 1 & 2. After carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including: comprehension questions, True or False exercises and a fun crossword. The text can also be used for vocabulary building purposes. The handout can be completed in class or assigned for homework.

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Pan de muerto is the ubiqutous baked good found at any Day of the Dead celebration. It is a sweet yeast dough flavored with anise or orange that is made into shapes that resemble bones. It is then covered in sugar to add extra sweetness and te

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Inside: Day of the dead activities, crafts, videos, and lesson plans for the Spanish classroom. Though not celebrated in every Spanish-speaking location, Día de Muertos has deep roots in many parts of Latin America. It's most famous as a Mexican holiday, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. A mix of pre-Hispanic customs and Catholic traditions, Day of the

Discover the best Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico — including Day of the Dead in Mexico City, Day of the Dead in Oaxaca City and more.

Celebrate Dí­a de Todos los Santos (Day of the Dead) in Guatemala with the Sumpango Giant Kite Festival, fiambre and other traditions.

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Día de los Muertos is coming soon! Day of the Dead is celebrated annually on November 1-2. I know that I am always looking for fresh ideas to help students understand elements of this holiday and to steer them away from thinking that the celebration is just "Mexico's Halloween". Here are 5 ideas for infusing this holiday into your classroom! 1. Share an INFOGRAPHIC: The infrographic on this website is a great visual and gives a very basic intro to how and why the holiday is celebrated. I also like that students can see where the holiday is also celebrated in the US. Review the infographic as a class or have students write down their top 3 most interesting facts which they learned from the graphic. Who celebrates Día de los Muertos in the United States? - The Other Side of the Tortilla 2. Make PAPEL PICADO: This is a great YouTube tutorial that I used last year, and plan to use again this year. It includes a link in the description to download free templates for making your own papel picado. It turned out great and served as awesome addition to classroom decor! How to make Papel Picado for Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos! 3. Watch the making of SUGAR SKULLS: I recently came across this video clip which explains the process of making calaveras de azúcar. I found it super interesting and I'm looking forward to sharing this clip with my students to spark some discussion about the tradition. Watch the video by clicking here. 4. Explore the elements of OFRENDAS by reading in the target language: Don't you love Pinterest? I can always find some great ideas on there. These graphics detail various elements found on ofrendas and their significance. Better yet, this is all explained in Spanish. I plan to save these these images and add them to PowerPoint slides in order to project them in class. I will then have students work in pairs or small groups to try to identify different elements. I'll have students in lower levels use their dictionaries to identify key words. Here are the links to the images on one of my Pinterest boards: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/472878029597748452/ http://www.pinterest.com/pin/472878029597748462/ 5. Need some ready to go ideas? I have created 2 resources that are ready to print and use in your classroom. The first is a Día de los Muertos Poster Set. Get ready for the celebration by adding these to the your classroom walls or bulletin board to spark student interest. I've also added a Día de los Muertos interactive vocabulary flip book.. Students will create a flip book of images and definitions in order to better understand important key words associated with the holiday! Hope you enjoy celebrating in your classroom! Emilie This post was written by Emilie from Island Teacher. Blog link: http://www.islandteacherblog.blogspot.com/ Store link: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Island-Teacher