September 16 marks the anniversary of when Mexico started a revolt against the Spanish by declaring war and yearned for its independence in 1810, making this an excellent week to teach your students about Mexican history. To this day, Mexico still celebrates the anniversary, such as how the United States celebrates the Fourth of July.
Not many students know about this holiday, and it is important to teach culture in the classroom. In celebration of Mexican Independence Day, EducationWorld has curated a list of crafts, activities, and lesson plans for teachers to use in their classroom. Here is a list of four ways to celebrate Mexican Independence Day.
Article by Kassondra Granata, EducationWorld Contributor
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