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Cinco de Mayo

The fifth of May

Mexico's national holiday is called Cinco de Mayo.  It honors the 1862 battle in which Mexican troops were outnumbered three to one and still defeated the invading French troops of Napoleon III.  This holiday is celebrated by having parades, festivals, and dances everywhere!

Read the article to find out if May 5th is also Mexico's Independence Day. 

If it is not what is the difference between the two?

On Cinco de Mayo Mexico celebrates with festivals, parties, and parades. 

Read the article to find out why they celebrate this way.

Check out the pictures from how Le Grand Elementary School celebrates Cinco de Mayo. 

Do you think we should celebrate Cinco de Mayo at our school?  Why or why not?

Read the short article and find out what the colors on the Mexican flag represent.

Think of an important date in your life (besides your birthday).  It could be the birth of a little brother or sister, or the day you made the cheerleading squad, or the day you moved to a new home.  Tell why you remember this day.

Plan two activities to celebrate its anniversary every year.