Society, Holidays, Cinco de Mayo
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- Explains what Mexicans are celebrating on Cinco de Mayo; text excerpted from soc.culture.mexican's FAQ.
- Explores the holiday's significance and addresses common misconceptions about it.
- Offers bibliography of web-based and traditional resources related to Cinco de Mayo. Joint project of Houston Public Library and Stafford Middle School students.
- Shares a little history, snacks and adventures related to the celebration.
- World Book feature celebrates Mexican heritage.
- Tells the story of the battle which Cinco de Mayo commemorates.
- Explores the historical roots of the holiday.
- Teaching plan for teachers 3rd-4th grades. Gives historical background, objectives, time alloted, resources required, procedures, questions for discussion, and a list of Spanish words.
- Explains the history and significance of Cinco De Mayo, which commemorates the defeat of the French army by the Mexicans at The Battle Of Puebla in 1862. From Mexico Online.
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