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9 Fun Resources for Studying Cinco De Mayo

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Cinco De Mayo is an interesting holiday- originally the day was created to celebrate a victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862,  but it evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture for Hispanic families living in the United States. In fact, more Americans celebrate the holiday than Mexicans. In Texas, this holiday is huge- and sort of like the equivalent of St. Patrick’s Day for the Irish filled with food fun, and Cinco de Mayo books.
I’ve come up with a list of fun Cinco de Mayo books that children can read to learn a little more about Mexico and Mexican culture. This can be used just for one day to celebrate the holiday, for a week-long study about Mexico, or even extended into a month-long unit study about South America, if you wanted.

Cinco de Mayo is a time to learn about Mexico and Mexican traditions. These Cinco de Mayo books will help students learn more about Mexican culture.

More thematic unit ideas here!

Cinco de Mayo Books for Kids of All Ages

Use these books on Cinco de Mayo to teach kids more about this interesting American holiday.

Cinco de Mayo is a time to learn about Mexico and Mexican traditions. These Cinco de Mayo books will help students learn more about Mexican culture.

Mexican History For Preschoolers

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Mexico ABCs: This fun book explores the basics about Mexico from A to Z, including landmarks, cultures, food, fun, and more!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Mexican Hat Dance: This fun book shows preschoolers how to dance a Mexican hat dance (which is popular in some Cinco de Mayo celebrations). The vibrant colors will have any preschooler interested in celebrating the holiday at your house.

For Grade Schoolers

Mexico: A quick overview of both ancient and modern Mexico all together in one easy-to-read book.

Viva Mexico!: The Story of Benito Juarez and Cinco de Mayo : This book is written simply, but offers more information about the origins of the holiday and Benito Juarez. Older children may be more interested in this aspect of the holiday than making a maraca.

 

Cinco de Mayo For Middle School to High Schoolers

Cinco de Mayo and It’s Aftermath: This serious book takes an in-depth look at the war and holiday from an adult prospective.

El Cinco de Mayo: An American Tradition: This book offers an interesting look to how the holiday has evolved since its origins and why it is more celebrated in America than anywhere else. Older students may find this look at the morphing of the holiday fascinating.

Cinco de Mayo Resources Just for Fun

Cinco De Mayo Arts and Crafts: A book of fun, simple crafts kids can make to celebrate the holiday.

Mexican Folk Dance Paper Dolls : If your kids like paper dolls, then they will enjoy these colorful dolls of Mexican folk dancers. Both a man and a woman are included.

Traditional Mexican Fiesta Recipes: Want to make a tasty Mexican dish for your Cinco de Mayo celebration? These traditional recipes will make you fall in love with everything Mexican. I also love that they are avilable on Kindle for instant download so you can start making tasty meals all the sooner.

More Resources for Cinco de Mayo 

Cinco de Mayo Slime

Add a crafty side to your Cinco de Mayo unit study with this fun Cinco de Mayo banner made from salt dough! Plus tons of educational Cinco de Mayo ideas!Cinco de Mayo Unit Study

Mexican Culture Unit Study

Add a crafty side to your Cinco de Mayo unit study with this fun Cinco de Mayo banner made from salt dough! Plus tons of educational Cinco de Mayo ideas!

Cinco de Mayo Salt Dough Banner

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About Brenda Priddy

Brenda grew up thinking she hated science. But when her 4-year- old daughter was more interested in reading science facts than fairy tales, Brenda realized she had to learn more. Through simple at-home science experiments, Brenda developed a passion for science and now works as a STEMed advocate with a team of science educators to create hands-on STEM projects and curriculum for kids.

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