Introduction
In any class, did you ever go outside and hit a piñata while blindfolded, then scurried about to collect the candy that burst forth? If you did, you partook in a celebration of Cinco de Mayo!
Cinco de Mayo is a holiday and a celebration on the 5th of May celebrated widely throughout Mexico. However, many Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo without even knowing what it is about, how to celebrate it properly, or what they are even celebrating.
Task
Complete a poster board in groups of 3-4 with atleast 5 facts about Cinco de Mayo and atleast 3 pictures describing common traditions used in the celebrations.
Process
Students can use online sources (with proper citation) for their factual information and pictures.
http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/cinco-de-mayo
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinco_de_Mayo
Evaluation
Assessment is based on quality and quantity of content, accuracy of pictures, neatness, and creativity
Quality and quantity of pictures 1-5
Neatness 1-5
Creativity 1-5
Proper Citation 1-5
Proper use of Spanish vocabulary and grammar 1-5
Conclusion
At the end of class, we will hang the poster boards around the room and do a "gallery walk" to view other groups' work
End class with exit slip of 3 things you learned about Cinco de Mayo
Credits
Teacher Page
Walk around room and oversee groups to make sure they are not fooling around and actually researching
Provide insight to any struggling groups
Allow 5 minutes for introduction, 15 minutes for research, 5 minutes to construct poster board, 10 minutes for gallery walk, 10 minutes for conclusion