Spanish Day of the Dead El Dia de los Muertos Reading Passage Activity

Middle and High School students can read and learn about the Day of the Dead El Dia de los Muertos cultural celebration in Mexico. They will read the Spanish text, learning about what Day of the Dead is, when it takes place, why it takes place, and how people celebrate. They will answer comprehension questions and fill in a timeline. This activity will spur conversations about Latinx and Hispanic culture and how it is similar or different to the students' celebrations.

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100% in Spanish.

It is appropriate for

** Spanish Immersion classes from 7th grade to adult

** Traditional Spanish classes: Advanced Spanish 2, Spanish 3 and above.

(please look at sample pages for an idea of the reading level required).

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Included is a 6 page text (with lots of great photographs!) describing the history and traditions around Day of the Dead (El Dia de los Muertos).

1 page of comprehension questions

1 page assignment to create detailed timeline of the festival.

**Answer keys are included!**

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