Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo History
On the morning of May 5, 1862 4,000 Mexican soldiers smashed the French and traitor Mexican army of 8,000 at Puebla, Mexico, 100 miles east of Mexico City. It took 11 years before the first Spanish soldiers were forced to leave Mexico. Find out more history at at the following web sites:
www.vivacincodemayo.org/history.htm
www.historychannel.com/classroom/guides/cincodemayoSG.pdf
www.apples4theteacher.com/holidays/cinco-de-mayo
Mexican Holidays: Cinco de Mayo
The holiday of Cinco De Mayo, The Fifth Of May, commemorates the victory of the Mexicans over the French army at The Battle Of Puebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holiday celebrated in the Mexican state capital city of Puebla and throughout the state of Puebla, but is also celebrated in other parts of the country and in U.S.cities with a significant Mexican population. More information on the history and cultures of Mexico can be found at http://www.mexonline.com/cinco.htm
To learn more about the history of the holiday and also arts and crafts appropriate to Cinco de Mayo, go to http://www.kiddyhouse.com/Holidays/Cinco/
Reviews
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Carolyn Otto
Consultant, Jose Manuel Alamillo
The holiday Cinco de Mayo, its roots in Mexican history, and its many celebrations in the United States are portrayed with all of the characteristic richness of National Geographic’s photographs in this book in the series “Holidays Around the World.” The author briefly describes the historical significance of the holiday; a few photographs of Mexico City and re-creations of the Battle of Pueblo orient children to the importance of the holiday. Then, with one or two smaller pictures per page or a full-page spread, the story of parades is told, with dancers and children dressed in traditional costumes, low-riding bikes and cars, the Mexican flag and floats. Mariachi bands, food, chichuahuas and much more display the extent and splendor of the celebrations across the country. The book is laid out to help a younger reader: captions for photographs are in green, italic type with a small arrow to show which photo they describe. Most pages have a simple sentence or a few words in larger, bold type, and for the older reader, descriptive paragraphs have more information. The clean layouts are easy to interpret and showcase the photographs. 2008, National Geographic Children’s Books, $15.95. Ages 4 to 8. Reviewer: Diane Carver Sekeres, Ph.D. (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0215-2
ISBN: 978-1-4263-0216-9
ISBN: 1-4263-0215-0
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Joanne Mattern
Cinco De Mayo is a very good reference book that explains the history behind the holiday. Chapter 1 tells about the French army invasion of Mexico in 1862. The text includes many details of the event in which the ill-equipped and untrained army of Mexicans defeated the French on May 5, 1862. The book continues with important events that have occurred throughout the history of Mexico. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in both Mexico and the United States to show the friendship between the two nations. Cinco de Mayo has always been important in Mexico but was not a major holiday in its beginning. It was first celebrated by small groups of Mexicans within their own communities. As time has gone on, many Mexican-American communities have begun to hold celebrations, and it has now grown to be celebrated in much of the south and western United States as well as Mexico. Included in the celebrations are folkloric dancers, musicians, lots of food, and fun for the whole family. The book has many maps and actual pictures of different celebrations from around the country. Included in the book are directions for making a piñata, a glossary, index, and chapter notes. This is a very good reference book and should be part of every middle school library. (Celebrate Holidays). Nonfiction. Grades 5-8. 2006, Enslow, 104p., $31.93. Reviewer: Janice Mantooth (The Lorgnette-Heart of Texas Reviews (Vol. 19, No. 4)).
ISBN: 0-7660-2579-9
ISBN: 978-0-7660-2579-0
Cinco de Mayo
Kate Torpie
Part of the “Celebrations in my World” series, this Mexican holiday celebrates the Mexican defeat of the French Army in a city named Pueblo. Readers are told that this day is not the official Mexican Independence Day. The lively text and full color photographs show the Mexican food, music, and dances that are part of the holiday. Fiestas are common and many large ones take place in town and city squares. Some of the typical foods are tortillas. Quesadillas, salsa, tamales and the big favorite mole poblano. Music is often provided by Mariachi bands, and children as well as adults perform dances and join in parades. Each section includes a Did You Know call out with amusing facts—“La Cucuracha” means “The Cockroach.” Interspersed are activities such as instructions for making a piñata, the preparation of special foods and a diagram to teach kids how to perform the Mexican Hat Dance. Bolded words are defined in the glossary and there is an index but no other books or web sites are referenced.
BIBLIO: 2009, Crabtree Publishing, Ages 6 to 10, $19.95 and $8.95.
REVIEWER: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
FORMAT: Middle Reader
ISBN: 978-0-7787-4281-4
ISBN: 0-7787-4281-4
ISBN: 0-7787-4299-7
ISBN: 978-0-7787-4299-9
Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating Mexican-American Traditions
Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith
Photographs by Lawrence Migdale
This book explains the celebrations associated with the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo. The history section of the book describes the significance of the holiday for the country. There is also a brief biography of Benito Juarez, the President of Mexico when the Mexican Army defeated the French on the fifth of May. The rest of the book is dedicated to telling how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated, and the music and culture related to this celebration. This book was very enjoyable to read. The book was divided by subheadings, such as history and music, and contained many bright colorful photographs. There is an index and glossary included as well. Written in English, this book is a great resource for upper elementary English speakers to understand Mexican history and culture. Highly recommended for classroom use. Category: Nonfiction. 2008, Holiday House, $16.95. Ages 8 to 12. Reviewer: Jessica Robinson (Kutztown Book Review, Fall 2008).
ISBN: 978-0-8234-2107-7
ISBN: 0-8234-2107-4
Cinco De Mayo: Celebrating Hispanic Pride
Carol Gnojewski
Most people have heard of Cinco de Mayo. Anyone with elementary Spanish can even tell you what it means, the 5th of May. Few people know why it is celebrated, or why it is important to Mexican heritage. It is not just an excuse for restaurants to advertise. On May 5,1862, Mexico went to war with France. France was owed money by the Mexican government and had decided to take over Mexico in payment. Although the French army was larger, the Mexican army was more familiar with the territory. This gave them enough of an advantage over the French to win. This battle is known as the Battle of Puebla. Although it took three long years for the Mexicans to be rid of the French, it is this battle that is remembered. This book, the latest in Enslow's "Finding Out About Holidays" series, is a good introduction to the holiday. The descriptions of Mexican history are simple and easy to understand. In addition to Cinco de Mayo, the book also highlights other aspects of Mexican culture including language. At the back of the book are a glossary, index and a project to complete. The only negative thing about the book is that it seems to wander from subject to subject. While it is easy to read as a reference book, it is hard to read from cover to cover. 2002, Enslow Publishers, 18.95, Ages 9 to 12. Reviewer: Heather Robertson (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7660-1575-0
Cinco de Mayo
Marc Tyler Nobleman
As with other books in the "Let's See" series of holiday books, this title is a well-crafted early reader that introduces the holiday to young readers from a variety of angles. The text devotes page-long chapters to the holiday's origin, a description of how it was celebrated in its early years, how and where it is celebrated today, its cultural significance, and other related topics. In the chapter "Who Celebrates Cinco de Mayo in the U.S.?" it states that Mexicans, people of Mexican descent, friends of Mexicans or Mexican-Americans, and people who enjoy the holiday all celebrate together. This spirit of multiculturalism is also reflected in the photos and historical prints that illustrate the book. The inclusion of a table of contents, glossary, an index, and a list of additional resources structure the book to help in the acquisition of research and reading skills. Words in the glossary are printed in the text in bold type. This title is notable in that it provides thorough but age-appropriate insights into the historical political, social, and cultural events that gave rise to our national holidays. 2005, Compass Point Books, $19.93. Ages 6 to 9. Reviewer: Courtney Angermeier (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7565-0768-5
Cinco de Mayo: A Mexican Holiday about Unity and Pride
James Garcia
If you have heard of this Mexican holiday, but were not sure why it is celebrated then this book will be most illuminating. It gives a history that is easily understood-the 5th of May was the date when the Mexicans who were far outnumbered defeated the invading French forces in the town of Puebla. It is not the day of Mexican independence nor does it really mark the end of the war with France. It is a day that is remembered because brave people stood up for freedom against overwhelming odds. In Mexico the celebrations are more focused on remembering the battle and those who lost their lives. It is still a time of singing, dancing and an opportunity to enjoy delicious food. In the United State with its large Hispanic communities in several major cities the holiday has taken on the trapping of a festival with many participants not really understanding the significance of the celebration. This book makes it all clear and also offers recipes and ideas for celebrations. The full color pictures show off the costumes and the book is right up to date with a picture of President George W. Bush and his wife hosting the first Cinco de Mayo celebration at the White House. There is even a recap of his speech. There is a timeline, glossary, list of books and web sites as well as the sources used by the author and an index. A book that should be in school and public libraries. Part of the series "A Proud Heritage." 2003, Child's World, Ages 8 up, $19.95. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-56766-174-2
Cinco de Mayo
Mary Dodson Wade
This entry in the "Rookie Read-About Holidays" book opens with colorful pictures of parades, dancers and celebrations relating to Cinco de Mayo. Then it explains the origin of the holiday when President Benito Juarez stopped paying the debts his country owed because it was so poor.. The leader of France was not happy and he decided that he wanted his money and Mexico. A fierce battle took place at Puebla and the underarmed and smaller Mexican force prevailed over the powerful invading army. To commemorate the bravery of the Mexican fighters, President Juarez mad the date of this battle (May 5th) a holiday. It is now celebrated in Mexico and the United States which has a very large Mexican population. It is a day when people eat Mexican foods, dance and take pride in their heritage. The book contains a picture glossary entitled "Words You Know" and also has an index and a brief write-up about the author. It is a good introduction to this Mexican holiday and perfect for school or classroom libraries. 2003, Children's Press, Ages 5 to 7, $19.00. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-516-22664-9
ISBN: 0-516-27489-9
Cinco de Mayo
Aurora Colon Garcia
The straightforward text with many colorful illustrations introduces readers to this Mexican and now Mexican-American holiday. On May 5th Mexicans celebrate their pride in their country and heritage and their freedom. There is mention o the battle of Puebla and even a picture of today's reenactment of the battle. The Mexicans won that day against very great odds. This book points out that the Mexicans once free from Spain were not really a united country and they ended up in a war with the United States. They owed money to many countries including France. Napoleon III wanted his payment and he wanted to control Mexico. A war began and at Puebla General Zaragonza and his army stopped the French. There is a glossary, index and a list of three more books to read. While this book appears to be very simple, it actually provides a better understanding of the political situation than many of the others about Cinco de Mayo that are aimed at young readers. It is a good choice for a library and can be supplemented with one or more of the other books about the holiday to get a fuller picture. 2003, Heineman Library, Ages 6 to 9, $22.79. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-4034-3501-4
ISBN: 1-4034-3686-X
Cinco de Mayo
Alice K. Flanagan
This Mexican holiday has become one that has spread over the border and not just to the states that are contiguous to Mexico, but to areas in the United States where there are large concentrations of Mexican Americans. As most other books about this holiday, there is information about its origins-the story of the battle at Puebla and the bravery of a rag tag Mexican army under the leadership of Benito Juarez. The difference in this book is a look further back into Mexican history to get a better understanding of the three major groups that lived there-Maya, Aztek and the Tolteca. The brief history then moves quickly to the Spanish occupation in the 1500s and the borrowing of money by the Mexicans from the French. When they couldn't repay their debt, the French invaded to take control of the country. The Mexican people struggle for five years but eventually won their freedom and when Benito Juarez became President he made May 5th the date of the battle at Pueblo, a national holiday. Some of the foods, music, dances and other festivities are describes as well as the way that Chicanos (Mexican Americans) celebrate this holiday. There is a glossary (difficult words are spelled out phonetically in the text) and there is a section where readers can learn more. It includes books, web sites and museums. There is also an index and a very brief bio of the author and illustrator. 2004, Compass Point, Ages 6 to 10, $22.60. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7565-0480-5
Cinco de Mayo
Linda Lowery
Illustrations by Barbara Knutson
The title is Spanish for the fifth of May, a holiday in Mexico and parts of the United States. The holiday commemorates the Battle of Puebla. The French expected to easily defeat Mexico and then help the South in the U. S. Civil War. On May 5, 1862, the Mexican army of 3,000 soldiers met the French army of 6,000 soldiers at Puebla, a town east of Mexico City. The Mexican army asked help from farmers who came with farm tools as weapons. The Mexicans fought to protect their families and their way of life. A storm and a cattle stampede started by the farmers helped the Mexicans win. It gave Mexicans a new understanding of themselves. President Lincoln sent troops to help Mexico defeat the French after the Civil War was over in 1865. The two countries continue to be good neighbors. The fiesta in Puebla includes a parade and a reenactment of the battle. People eat tacos, break piñatas, dance to mariachi bands, and watch fireworks. Colorful woodcut-like pictures illustrate the text throughout. A glossary of Spanish words helps with pronunciation. This is an "On My Own" chapter book in the "Holiday" series. Children will enjoy the account of the battle and better understand our relationship with Mexico. 2005, Carolrhoda Books/Lerner Publishing Group, $23.93. Ages 7 to 10. Reviewer: Carlee Hallman (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-57505-654-2
ISBN: 1-57505-764-6
Cinco de Mayo
Julie Murray
The title is Spanish for the Mexican holiday "Fifth of May." It commemorates the Battle of Puebla, in 1862, in Mexico's war with France. Facts about Mexico are listed. Celebration of the day may begin with a reenactment of the Battle of Puebla. Spicy soup is eaten along with beans, tamales, and salsa. Mariachi bands play. Band members wear black suits like Mexican cowboys. Women in ruffled skirts and men with sombreros dance the hat dance. Many Americans who came from Mexico continue to celebrate this holiday with carnivals and parades. Colorful photographs illustrate the text. A glossary, web site, and index make the information readily available to children. The text is in large print and words printed in green are found in the glossary. This is one of the "Buddy Books" series on "Holidays." It will be a good addition for any library for children. 2005, ABDO Publishing Company, $21.35. Ages 5 to 9. Reviewer: Carlee Hallman (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-59197-586-7
Cinco de Mayo
Kieran Walsh
Part of the "Holidays and Celebrations" series this book is aimed at a younger audience that a book with the same title that is part of the "Proud Heritage" series by Child's World. It states the reason for the holiday-the anniversary of the date when the Mexicans won a great battle against the French, but there is no other background as to why and what ensued after that battle until page 16. The focus initially is on the celebration itself, dancing, mariachi bands, food, and games. Then kid learn a bit about the history and the battle. The book concludes with President George W. Bush and his wife hosting the first Cinco de Mayo celebration at the White House and a page stating that the battlefield is now a park. There is a glossary for the words bolded in the text, an index, list of three very current books, websites and a blub about the author. 2003, Rourke, Ages 5 to 8, $19.27. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-58952-221-4
Cinco de Mayo
Lola M. Schaefer
One way to understand a different culture is to learn about its holidays. A straightforward text and plenty of full-color pictures explain the history of Cinco de Mayo, the commemoration of the victory of the Mexican army over the French army on May 5, 1862. Many people of Mexican descent celebrate this holiday with parades, dancing, singing and delicious food, and the celebration might include a piata filled with goodies. The closing pages contain a short glossary, a few books and Internet sites and a word list/index. Part of the "Holidays and Celebratrions" series. 2001, Pebble Books/Capstone, $13.25. Ages 4 to 7. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7368-0661-X
Cinco De Mayo : Celebrating Hispanic Pride
Carol Gnojewski.
Most people have heard of Cinco de Mayo. Anyone with elementary Spanish can even tell you what it means, the 5th of May. Few people know why it is celebrated, or why it is important to Mexican heritage. It is not just an excuse for restaurants to advertise. On May 5,1862, Mexico went to war with France. France was owed money by the Mexican government and had decided to take over Mexico in payment. Although the French army was larger, the Mexican army was more familiar with the territory. This gave them enough of an advantage over the French to win. This battle is known as the Battle of Puebla. Although it took three long years for the Mexicans to be rid of the French, it is this battle that is remembered. This book, the latest in Enslow's "Finding Out About Holidays" series, is a good introduction to the holiday. The descriptions of Mexican history are simple and easy to understand. In addition to Cinco de Mayo, the book also highlights other aspects of Mexican culture including language. At the back of the book are a glossary, index and a project to complete. The only negative thing about the book is that it seems to wander from subject to subject. While it is easy to read as a reference book, it is hard to read from cover to cover. 2002, Enslow Publishers, 18.95. Ages 9 to 12. Reviewer: Heather Robertson (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7660-1575-0
Cinco de Mayo--Spanish Edition
Carol Gnojewski
The holiday of Cinco de Mayo is explained in historical and contemporary details in this book. The beautiful full-color photographs, as well as the sidebars, highlight the information and draw in the reader to learn more about the history and customs of this holiday, which commemorates the victory of the Mexican army over the French on May 5, 1862. The book is in chapter format, with simple sentences for easy reading. The chapters are: "Benito Juárez," "Mexico Obtains Liberty," "The Battle of Puebla," "Mexico Today," "Remembering Those Who Fought," "Mexican Music," "Mexican Dances," and "The Food of the Fiestas." Supplemental materials are included at the end. A craft lesson is shown and directions for it are given. Children learn to make a replica of the Mexican flag using crepe paper, markers, and glue. The Palabras a conocer section is a glossary of key words for the reader. The English version of this book is referenced in the "Read About" section. The reader can also learn more about this holiday by using the Internet addresses listed at the end of the book. This book is part of the series "Días Festivos" 2005, Enslow Elementary/Enslow Publishers, $23.93. Ages 8 to 9. Reviewer: Liz Rice (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-7660-2616-7
F is for Fiesta
Susan Middleton Elya
Illustrated by G. Brian Karas
Elya may have tried to do a bit too much in this small volume. She has written an alphabet book in rhymed couplets with a Spanish word relating to a birthday party for each letter, as she tells the story of the party. Some of the Spanish letters don't begin the words; sometimes it's a stretch to fit the words into the story. The party is a jolly one, however, and a good way to introduce many Spanish words. The glossary, with pronunciations and definitions; the Spanish alphabet; and a note on the language introduce the story. For the participants, Karas provides cartoon characters, which are simply drawn and natural in color; they reinforce both the action and the educational component of the book. The appealing visual action of objects and characters set clearly against different colored backgrounds makes for a merry, upbeat cross-cultural celebration. 2006, G.P. Putnam's Sons/Penguin, $11.99. Ages 3 to 6. Reviewers: Ken Marantz and Sylvia Marantz (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-399-24225-2
ISBN: 978-0-399-24225-0
Fiestas: A Year of Latin American Songs of Celebration
Jose-Luis Orozco
Illustrated by Elisa Kleven
Some of the most beautiful childhood songs of Latin America are compiled in this brilliant book written by Orozco. He is committed to helping Latin families to rediscover the pleasure of family participation in musical activities occurring within the context of Holiday Celebrations. It brings to life these Latin celebrations and traditions throughout the year and invites the reader to get up and dance and sing with joy. On each page there is a song with lyrics in both Spanish and English, and arrangements for guitar, piano and voice, as well as a little history behind the song. This approach encourages the actual experience of music rather than just educational information about it. The colorful illustrations by Elisa Kleven, combined with her whimsical borders, offer pleasure to the eye and match what Jose-Luis Orozco is trying to express and share about the rich and colorful Spanish culture and what it has to offer. 2002, Dutton Children's Books, $17.99. Ages 2 to 8. Reviewer: Blandina Orce (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-525-45937-5
Kids' Holiday Fun : Great Family Activities Every Month Of The Year
Penny Warner
Illustrated by Kathy Rogers.
Who would have thought to make personalized Passover place cards out of homemade matzo? Ever wonder where to get a recipe for "Dracula's blood" on Halloween? Do you ever scratch your head wondering how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Juneteenth, or Columbus Day? The Kids' Holiday Fun book answers these questions and more. Instructions on celebrating over 30 holidays including all the standard ones plus Bastille Day, Chinese New Year, and Earth Day (to name a few). Listed in chronological order, Penny Warner describes each holiday for us, then provides celebration ideas from decorations to songs to recipes. Her activities go from easy to challenging, but her style is constantly warm and encouraging. A great book to add to your bookshelves. 1994, Meadowbrook Press, $12.00. Ages All. Reviewer: Deborah Zink Roffino (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-8816-6214-3
May
Robyn Brode
As with the other books in the "Months of the Year" series, Brode introduces young readers to some of the characteristics, events and activities in the month of May. First readers learn that it is the fifth month of
the year and that it has 31 days. Since May is part of the spring months, and some of the characteristic such as a playing outside are featured in the full-color pictures. May 1st is also known as May Day and in earlier centuries it was a great
time to celebrate and dance around a maypole. Cinco de Mayo is another holiday that is great fun when those of Mexican heritage celebrate their culture. This is a month that has several more holidays including Mother's Day which is the second Sunday of the month and Memeorial Day which comes at the very end of the month. During the latter, we remember the men and women who lost their lives in ward. The month of May is followed by June and that means summer will begin. A calendar showing the months of the year and the seasons wraps up the text. Some of the pages have rhetorical questions, which rather than making it interactive take away from the book. There is a three-word glossary that recaps three of the holidays. 2003, Weekly Reader, Ages 4 to 7, $18.60. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 0-8368-3590-8
Mexican Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo
Dianne M. MacMillan.
This revised and updated book explores the rich history of Mexico’s Independence Day and the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. After a brief introduction to the country and culture, readers learn about the battle between Spain and Mexico and Father Miguel Hidalgo’s call for independence in 1810. In 1821, Mexicans finally won their freedom, and the holiday is a reminder of that important day. The book tells about the special foods, clothing and celebrations that surround Mexican Independence Day. Then readers move on to the civil wars that erupted in Mexico and the continuous struggles for land and freedom against the United States and France. Cinco de Mayo arrives with color and pizzazz as a remembrance of the victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla. The book is very informative and fairly interesting, but you wouldn’t know that from looking at it. They say we should never judge a book by its cover, but my 4-year-old niece tossed the book aside after seeing the extremely dated-looking turquoise and hot pink cover. I had to agree with her--it makes the book look boring and decades old. There is some useful information included at the end, including a glossary, a reading list, a list of Internet addresses for further study and an index. This book is part of Enslow’s “Best Holiday Books” series, which includes titles about Kwanzaa, Mardi Gras, and Ramadan and Id-al-Fitr. 2008, Enslow Publishers, $23.93. Ages 9 to 12. Reviewer: Renee Biermann (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 978-0-7660-3044-2
ISBN: 0-7660-3044-X
Off We Go to Mexico
Laurie Krebs
Illustrations by Christopher Corr
The steady rhyme and bright illustrations make this a perfect choice for a read-aloud. For example, one spread reads, "We wave our flags, green, white, and red. Parades are under way. As floats pass by, flares fill the sky. It's Independence Day!" This particular page is filled with red, white, and green flags and people with similarly bright-colored clothes. The rhythm pulls readers into the story of Mexico while the pictures are certain to catch a reader's attention. Each page has similar bold colors (yellow, turquoise, pink, orange, red, green, and purple) and teaches a few facts about different places in Mexico. Also, every spread has a few English words with their accompanying Spanish translations. The end of the book contains short bits of information that give the history of various places and events in Mexico. Even though readers will not have to "Habla despacio, por favor," there is a list of "First Spanish Phrases" so readers can learn things tidbits such as "Please speak slowly." 2006, Barefoot Books, $16.99. Ages 3 to 8. Reviewer: Joella Peterson (Children's Literature).
ISBN: 1-905236409
ISBN: 978-1-905236404
Piñatas and Smiling Skeletons : Celebrating Mexican Festivals
Zoe Harris and Suzanne Williams
Illustrated by Yolanda Garfias Woo
Here's an excellent resource for teachers or parents who seek background information for discussing or celebrating Mexican holidays. The book explores the culture and history behind each of these unique national festivals. Activities, recipes, and crafts are included, along with a glossary for the Spanish words used in the text. 1998, Pacific View Press, $19.95. Ages Adult. C. Henebry (Parent Council Volume 6)
ISBN: 1-88189-619-6
Updated 4/28/09
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