Hey, fellow teachers! If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for ways to bring new cultures and traditions into your classroom—while also trying to save some time in the process! Well, I created this resource about calaveras that your students will love! It’s such a fun, easy-to-use resource perfect for teaching your students about Día de los Muertos and the colorful calaveras (decorative skulls) tradition.
Why You'll Love This Resource:
We all know how tricky it can be to meet every student’s reading needs, right? This resource takes that stress off your plate by offering differentiated reading passages! Whether you’ve got strong readers or kiddos who need extra support, the various reading levels ensure everyone can jump in and understand the material. You don’t have to scramble to find different versions of the text or spend time modifying it yourself—it’s already done for you! Win-win!
2. Cultural Learning Meets Literacy
Día de los Muertos is such a beautiful and meaningful holiday, and this passage explains calaveras, those vibrant skulls you see during the celebration. Your students will not only get to practice reading, but they’ll also learn about Mexican culture in the process. It’s like a little literacy lesson with a cultural twist! Plus, seeing students’ faces light up when they connect to something new and exciting worldwide is always fun.
3. Ready-to-Use (aka a Teacher’s Best Friend)
No more spending hours prepping! This resource comes with comprehension questions that go hand-in-hand with the reading. They’re great for checking understanding and getting kids thinking about what they’ve read. You can easily adjust the questions depending on your students’ needs so everyone can feel successful. And the best part? Everything’s ready to go, saving you precious time!
This resource is a time-saver and makes it easy to give your students a rich cultural experience while working on their reading skills. With differentiated reading levels, comprehension activities, and fun art extensions, it’s a one-stop-shop for engagingly teaching Día de los Muertos!
If you’re looking for a fun, simple, and educational way to celebrate Día de los Muertos with your class, you’ve got to check this out! Click here for more info about this resource. Your students (and your sanity) will thank you!
Talk soon.
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