Mexico! The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco - Craft, Lesson + Images - Easy Prep

Mexico! The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco – The famous canals of Xochimilco, a World Heritage Site located outside of Mexico City, are one of the most memorable and iconic destinations in Mexico. And one of the most historic as well! The Xochimilco canal system, along with the floating gardens called chinampas, were built by the Aztecs as a way to grow food. Today, Xochimilco is a “must see” attraction. An afternoon in Xochimilco includes a ride on a trajinera, one of the colorful boats available for hire. While cruising the canals, visitors can hire a Mariachi band to serenade them or buy food, drinks or crafts from the many vendors cruising along beside them. A true fiesta!

Students will learn about Xochimilco in an engaging lesson that includes beautiful images to enhance the experience. The accompanying easy, colorful, and fun craft allows students the opportunity to make their own version of a trajinera. Step-by-step instructions and materials you have on hand make this a great craft for school or home. The finished product can be displayed in a hallway or a bulletin board. 

Mexico! The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco (20 pages), includes the following:

· The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco – Lesson

· The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco – Images

· Las Trajineras de Xochimilco - Art Instructions and templates

Materials needed for this lesson include multicolored card stock, white card stock or copy paper, 1 ½ inch tissue paper squares – multicolored, scissors, glue, Q-tips, and colored markers

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