About This Lesson
This bundle introduces early elementary students to Mexican Independence Day using a mix of literacy, cultural awareness, and fine motor activities. Whether you’re teaching in September or during a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, these ready-to-use printables and slides can help foster cultural appreciation and age-appropriate historical understanding.
What’s Included:
Intro Slide Deck
– Visual overview of Mexican Independence Day
– Key symbols, traditions, and historical figures
– Designed for whole-group teaching or centers
Reading & Comprehension Pages
– Short passages and leveled questions
– Vocabulary support included
Piñata Craft + Writing Prompt
– Read a short story about piñatas
– Complete a related writing sentence starter
– Includes a cut-and-paste mini craft
Word Search Vocabulary Activity
– Age-appropriate terms linked to the holiday
– Ideal for early finishers or morning work
Fact File Template
– Kindergartners or early 1st graders can record and illustrate facts
– Encourages beginning research and listening skills
Learning Goals:
- Understand symbols and celebrations tied to Mexican Independence Day
- Practice early reading comprehension and sentence writing
- Develop cultural awareness and vocabulary
- Strengthen fine motor and sequencing skills through craft integration
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