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Which subject	Spanish
What topic	Día de los Muertos
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Día de los Muertos

Objectives

• Students will understand the significance of Día de los Muertos.
• Students will be able to identify and name key symbols associated with the holiday in Spanish.
• Students will create a simple altarpiece (ofrenda) to demonstrate their understanding of the celebration.

Materials

• Colorful paper
• Markers, crayons, and colored pencils
• Scissors
• Glue
• Craft supplies (e.g., stickers, decorative items)
• Pictures and examples of Día de los Muertos symbols (skulls, marigolds, etc.)
• A short animated video about Día de los Muertos (optional)

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten (Ages 5-6)

Subject

Spanish

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with language development, cultural awareness, and arts education as part of the national curriculum guidelines.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Día de los Muertos	5	Briefly explain the importance of Día de los Muertos. Show pictures and discuss symbols.
2	Vocabulary Introduction	5	Introduce key vocabulary words related to the holiday (calavera, ofrenda, marigold). Teach pronunciation.
3	Story Time	5	Read a short bilingual story that highlights Día de los Muertos and its traditions.
4	Video Presentation	5	Show a short animated video about Día de los Muertos to visualize the celebration.
5	Arts and Crafts	10	Students create their own altarpiece (ofrenda) using colorful paper and craft supplies, incorporating the symbols discussed.
6	Sharing and Reflection	5	Invite students to share their creations with a partner. Discuss what they learned without formal presentations.
7	Wrap-up and Homework Assignments	5	Briefly review the day’s lesson, assigning students to decorate a paper skull at home, providing a simple template. Homework to be collected without presentations.

Homework

• Decorate a paper skull using any materials available at home. Students can bring this back to class for display.

Assessment

• Monitor student participation during activities.
• Check completed altarpieces for understanding of symbols.
• Collect and review the homework without formal presentations.

Additional Notes

• Encourage a respectful discussion around the cultural significance of Día de los Muertos.
• Adjust activities for students who may need additional support or modifications.

Lesson script