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Celebrating Día de los Muertos in Year 3: A Colourful Journey into Mexican Tradition

In our Spanish lessons, we recently focused on celebrating Día de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead), a vibrant and meaningful tradition from Mexico. Día de los Muertos is celebrated annually on November 1st and 2nd, when families remember and honour their loved ones who have passed away. This tradition is rich with colourful decorations, music, and food, and it is a time for joy rather than sorrow.

To celebrate in class, the children took part in face painting activities, where they painted their faces to resemble the traditional calaveras de azúcar (sugar skulls) often seen during the festivities. These colourful skulls are decorated with intricate patterns, representing the connection between the living and the spirits of the deceased. Through this activity, our pupils gained a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of the Day of the Dead, learning not only about the customs but also about the importance of remembering and celebrating the lives of those who have gone before us


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