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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