DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

I want to start with an apology for not getting this post out yesterday.  I know I have mentioned before that I do not have internet, cable or satellite at home.  I use the Library or coffee shop in my home town, so I can get my blog out.  Unfortunately on my way home last night I started to feel ill, not sure what caused it but after a lot of sleep, medication and some very strange dreams I am at least able to function and am sure I will be 100% by Monday,

With that explanation out of the way I am so excited to share our amazing community day. Thank you Valentina, Christian, Juan, and Grandma Cece (I hope I spelt your name correctly) for coming in, decorating, and setting up the altar, and sharing how you observe Day of the Dead.



We watched a short video (which I will post at the bottom) and Juan explained the meanings behind some of the things you see on the altar.  Sugar skulls, pan de muerto (bread with cinnamon sugar on), candles, images of spirit animals, marigolds and pictures of loved ones that have passed on, as well as their favorite foods and drink. It is a time to come together as a family and remember your loved ones that have passed away.

          

  Papel Picado are delicately decorated tissue paper.  Valentina's family ordered ones with 'The Blake' on them, enough so we all get to take one home.

The altar was set up on one side of the room.  The children were very excited to see everything.

                        They got to pick things up and exam the altar closely during work choice time.  

They also had the choice of helping Mr. Andrews make corn quesadillas, then deliver them around the classroom for friends to try.

We also put videos of traditional dancing up on the screen associated with Day of the dead, which the children enjoyed dancing along to.

As you can see it was very popular.

Others preferred the quieter activity of coloring in sugar skulls.

QUESTIONS
Can you remember one thing that was on the alter?
How many pieces of quesadilla did you try?
What was your favorite part of Día de los muertos (Day of the Dead)?