Latino Resources

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1 and 2. It is a time to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. If you are looking for a way to teach your students about this holiday, check out the curriculum resources below.

Vanderbilt: Día de los Muertos Curriculum Resources
Find resources for exploring Día de los Muertos with students from Vanderbilt's Center of Latin American Studies.

University of New Mexico: Día de los Muertos Curriculuim Resources
In partnership with the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the LAII developed a curriculum guide to provide hands-on art activities and literacy exercises to bring Día de los Muertos to the classroom.

Américas Award Books about Day of the Dead
The books listed are those books which address issues of relevance to teaching about Day of the Dead from the Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP).

An Educator’s Guide to Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras
Learn ways to incorporate an illustrated biography of the Mexican artist known for creating the playful calaveras - skeletons performing everyday activities. For grades 1-5.

Mexic-Arte Museum Educational Activity Guide
Delve into the art, culture and history of the Day of the Dead with activities designed for teachers, students and the general public.

American Latino Museum Day of the Dead Resources
Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with the National Museum of the American Latino.