La Catrina One-Page Reading Passage for Día de los Muertos

Elevate your Day of the Dead curriculum with our concise one-page reading passage on La Catrina. Uncover the captivating story behind this iconic figure, crafted by the talented artist José Guadalupe Posada.

Students are captivated by the figure of La Catrina due to her striking blend of elegance and mortality. This well-dressed skeleton creates a sense of mystery and artistry, making her a visually compelling symbol. Additionally, the satirical undertone of La Catrina, highlighting the universal nature of mortality, sparks curiosity and invites deeper exploration into Mexican culture and history.

This reading passage is great for supplementing your Día de los Muertos lesson plans.

Here's what you'll get:

• A one-page reading passage about La Catrina
• An 8-question reading comprehension quiz
• The answer key
• Two versions: one in English and one in Spanish

✨Great for use with emerging bilinguals/ ELs/ ESOLs/ ENLs.✨

Prep is quick and easy... just print and distribute!

**Makes a great and easy activity for substitute teachers to implement in the classroom.


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