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Mexican Culture Official and Religious Holidays
Descriptions of Mexican holidays and festivals, along with related pictures, can be found at this website.
Mex Connect
Dia De Muertos: The Dead Come to Life in Mexican Art
To an outsider, Mexico's celebration for their dead loved ones seems a bit morbid. Discover Mexicans distinct view of the afterlife by reading the reaction of a French-Canadian woman visiting the country. Also includes information on...
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Mexica.net: The Significance of "Cinco De Mayo"
A description of the "Batalla de Puebla" on May 5, 1862 as the Mexicans defeated the French army, and the importance of that event today.
Live Science
Live Science: Mexican Culture: Customs & Traditions
Looks at the makeup of Mexico's ethnic tapestry, its languages, religions, the values of its peoples, Mexican food, arts, clothing, and celebrations. [Published Feb. 10, 2015]
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Inside Mexico: Culture and Traditions
Covers a wide variety of cultures and traditions of Mexico, including food, recipes, art, music, history, festivals and holidays. Some of the material is in both English and Spanish.
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Mexican Local Festivals & Fiestas
A calendar of events, festivals, and fiestas throughout Mexico.
A&E Television
History.com: Cinco De Mayo
Provides a detailed history of Mexico and why we celebrate the Mexican National holiday of Cinco de Mayo. Links to related video clips are included.
Mayaco
Mayaco: Holiday Traditions: Mexico: Feliz Navidad
The story of a Christmas tradition in Mexico, "Feliz Navidad". Recipes are also provided for some traditional Mexican holiday treats.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Holidays for Kids: Cinco De Mayo
Kids learn about Cinco de Mayo. The history and facts about this holiday celebrating the heritage of Mexican Americans.
Mex Connect
Mexconnect: Mexico's Fiesta & Holiday Calendar: Year 2000
A month by month calendar of holidays and fiestas in Mexico, in both English and Spanish.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Cinco De Mayo: Everything You Need
Find out more about Cinco de Mayo when you visit this resource. Content also includes activities, lessons, and resources.
Mex Connect
Mex Connect: Mexico's Fiesta and Holiday Calendar
Great resource for all types of holidays throughout Mexico. A key conveniently marks them as you choose each month. Additional links give even more info.
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Traditions of Mexico: El Dia De Los Muertos
The story of "El Dia de los Muertos" (The Day of the Dead) in Mexico, with emphasis on the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs, the blending of Spanish and native Mexican cultures, and even American influence upon this Mexican tradition.
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Mex Online: The History of Cinco De Mayo
Origins of this Mexican Holiday date back to the Battle of Puebla in 1862. This site explores the events that make this a special date in Mexican history.
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Topics: Dia De Los Muertos in Mexico
This article explores the Mexican holiday "Day of the Dead." Learn about the traditions that surround this celebration.
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Inside mexico.com: Christmas in Mexico
Find out how Christmas is celebrated in Mexico. Try simple Christmas recipes and read about traditional songs.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Christmas in Mexico
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart provides a fun way to for students to learn about Christmas in Mexico.
Utah State University
Teacher Link: Celebrations: A Resource Guide for Teachers
TeacherLINK at Utah State University offers a wealth of topics and project information on celebrations held throughout the world. Click on "Topics and Authors," to access a long list of available lesson plans on a variety of...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Crafts for Kids
Choose from dozens of simple crafts including activities for the holidays, animal crafts and much more.
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Cinco De Mayo
A brief history of the Mexican defeat of the French army on May 5th, 1862, and the celebrations today to commemorate that day.
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Inside Mexico: Celebrating the Day of the Dead
This website has details and pictures on how the Day of the Dead is celebrated.
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Semana Santa in Mexico
Read about Mexico's passion play of Iztapalapa, one of the most popular religious celebrations in the world.
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Mex online.com: Day of the Dead Dia De Los Muertos
This article explores the cultural significance of the Day of the Dead festival in Mexico. Content focuses on what Day of the Dead is, its symbols, and its traditions.