Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Life

Today, the children learned about Día de los Muertos. The Day of the Dead is celebrated in Mexico and other parts of Latin America. This celebration combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls’ Day, a holiday that the Spanish brought to Mexico in the early 1500s. The holiday, which is celebrated on November 1 and 2, is like a family reunion—except deceased ancestors are the guests of honour. Day of the Dead is a joyful time that helps people remember the deceased an

Día de los Muertos for kids: 14 activities for learning, honoring and celebrating

17 Engaging Día de los Muertos Activities for Kids | Twinkl