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The Flag of Mexico
In this flag of Mexico worksheet, students read the history of the flag and the directions on how to color it. Students then color the flag of Mexico.
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A Study of Mexico
Students discover the modern civilization and culture of Mexico. In this 2-3 week unit of study on Mexico, students explore the geography of Mexico, its Indian and Spanish heritage, Mexican food and traditions, and receive an...
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Foods and Languages of the World
Students review Mexico's location and language and learn to pronouns 10 new Spanish food words. Students listen as the book, Corn is Maize is read, touching and passing around an ear of Indian corn. Students discuss the contribution of...
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Travel to Mesoamerica
Students research books, watch movies, and look on the internet to find information on ancient America, Mexico, and Central America. In this Mesoamerica lesson plan, students participate in a social studies unit on North America of the...
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Mexico: One Land, Many Cultures
Students research and study the country of Mexico and complete a project about it. In this Mexico lesson plan, students research Mexico's geography, traditions, art, songs, stories, and legends that are native to Mexico.
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The Legend of the Mexican Flag
For this Mexican flag worksheet, students complete 3 pages of exercises about the flag of Mexico. Students read the about the history and traditions about the flag. Students color full page pictures of the flag and the center insignia of...
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Mexican Music-A Christmas Tradition
Students explore a facet of Mexican culture. In this music lesson plan, students discuss how Christmas is celebrated in Mexico and listen to a traditional posada song.
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The Legend of the Poinsettia
Students explore the poinsettia and its symbolism as a Christmas flower. Students will listen to a story about the poinsettia and its origins in Mexico and discuss what they know about Mexico. They will discuss the poinsettia's...
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Test Your Research Skills - Spotlight on Mexico
In this research skills worksheet, learners use the internet or the library to answer questions about Mexico. Twenty questions include multiple choice and short answer. Answers are provided.
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Mexico's Climate
In this climate worksheet students write about Mexico's climate. No information is given here, and students will need to research on their own. Students then compare Mexico's climate to their hometown's climate by filling out a chart.
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Food of Mexico
In this Mexico worksheet, learners explore and investigate the most popular foods found in Mexico. Students find a recipe for one of the most popular food dishes and record it on the lines provided.
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My Mexico
In this Mexico related worksheet, students critique one important part of Mexico's history, describe the geography of Mexico and list their natural resources.
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Traditional Mexican Paper Cutting
Students examine the art form of Mexican paper cutting and discover how to make a pattern. After reading the book "Look What Came From Mexico", they discuss Mexican folk art and view some samples. Individually they create a Mexican...
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Friday and Friends: A Prospectus of the Mexican Family through Children's Literature
Students use literature to examine how the structure of families in Mexico has changed over time. In groups, they examine how their life now relates to their ancestors and the Spanish conquest of the area. As a class, they are read...
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Artifacts: Bringing the Past Back to Life -- the Mexican Case
Students examine and discuss the meanings of the various symbols in Tenochtitlan. In groups, they complete a part of the model of the city and discuss the importance of finding artifacts. Individually, they choose an a two-dimensional...
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Geograophy of Mexico And Central America
Students create a chart comparing the terrain, climate, economy, environmental issues and natural disasters for Mexico and the Central American countries. They view and discuss a video on the region then compile research on the internet.
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El Favor De Los Santos
Students prepare to take a field trip to a museum focusing on El Favor De Los Santos. Individually, they develop a symbol based on a piece of art they have been shown. In groups, they write about their trip to the museum and share...
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Geography and Artifacts of Mexico
Young scholars review the structure of government in Mexico and discuss how it is different than the United States. Using artifacts, they must label and identify the city or state in which the artifact originated. They use the artifact...
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Mexico
Students complete a unit about the geography and culture of Mexico. They compare and contrast the weather of their own city and Mexico, read books about Mexico, count in Spanish, color in a flag of Mexico and the Mexican Coat of Arms,...
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Mexico and Mexican Culture
Students form cooperative learning groups and research the history of Mexico and Mexican culture in this technology-based webquest. The student groups present their findings at the end of the lesson.
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Hello Mexico City
Young scholars research and explain the functions, characteristics, and cultural aspects of Mexico City and analyze how they have affected development and settlement. Students work in groups to gather information and report back to the...
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Developing Cultural Awareness through Mexican Folktales
Students explore the culture of Mexico through folktales. They identify cultural differences and similarities through the reading of folktales. Students create pocket books related to Mexican folklore. They read and discuss literary...
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Music - Lesson 16 - Songs
First graders determine that Spanish is the language spoken in Mexico before singing a number of Mexicans songs. They make maracas to use while singing Mexican songs. They sing the song, "La Cucaracha," in English realizing that it is a...
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Max Knows Mexicao, United States and Canada
Learners utilize their map skills to explore the regions of North America. They explore the physical characteristics and climates of the regions. Students label their map and prepare a presentation of their findings.