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Cinco de Mayo - What is it?

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Students, after examining why the fiesta Cinco de Mayo is celebrated, plan a fiesta that includes invitations, games, music, paper flowers, flags and a menu of authentic foods. By completing this assignment, they enhance their education by being exposed to another enriching culture in their American melting pot society.

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cinco de mayo, Holidays, pinatas

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cinco de mayo, mariachi music, pinata, social studies
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Grade
K - 4th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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