Mexico  = open link in new window Discovering Mexico @ nationalgeographic.com  |
Lesson Plan
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Presents several geographic ideas, accompanied by questions, activities, and supporting references.
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/96/mexico/learn/age02.html
Grade Level(s):
K, 1-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
| | El Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) |
Lesson Plan
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The students will develop an appreciation for the values and culture of the Mexican people. They will gain an understanding of the origin, purpose, and characteristics of the holiday El Dia de los Muertos and the preparation involved in putting it together.
http://www.ed.uiuc.edu/YLP/97-98/97-98_units/97-98mini-unit/HMcCarty_D...
Grade Level(s):
3-5
| | How to Make a Pinata |
Lesson Plan
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Directions and diagram show how to make a donkey pinata.
http://www.bry-backmanor.org/holidayfun/pinata.html
Grade Level(s):
3-5, 6-8, 9-12
| | Make a Star Pinata |
Lesson Plan
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Explains how to make a star pinata.
http://www.nacnet.org/assunta/nacpinat.htm
Grade Level(s):
1-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
| | Mexico Trek Lesson Plans |
Lesson Plan
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Lesson plans on Mexican history and culture based on national standards that tie in directly with what the Mexico Trek Team does.
http://www.worldtrek.org/odyssey/mexico/82998/mexlessons.html
Grade Level(s):
3-5
| | Make a Mexican Poncho |
Art or Craft
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo or any day of the year with this art/craft project.
http://www.kinderart.com/multic/poncho.shtml
Grade Level(s):
K, 1-2, 3-5
| | Traditional Mexican Craft |
Art or Craft
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How to make a Ojo de Dios or Mini God's Eye, an ancient symbol made by the Huichol of Mexico.
http://www.makingfriends.com/godseyes.htm
Grade Level(s):
1-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
| | Mexico for Kids |
Resource Site
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History of Mexico, explore each state of the Mexican Republic, and play games!
http://www.elbalero.gob.mx/kids/
Grade Level(s):
K, 1-2, 3-5, 6-8
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