What can you see at a parade?
Musicians, dancers, colorful costumes and decorations
What kind of music is this?
Mariachi
What are they?
marigolds (some say the orange color attracts the spirits to visit)
When is the Day of the Dead festival?
November 1 and 2
Why do people make colorful skulls and skeletons?
To celebrate life and death, and to bring joy to the sadness
How do you say "candles" in Russian, Turkish, Spanish, German, Polish, French, and Italian?
свечи, mumlar, las velas, kerzen, świece, bougies, candele
What is it?
ofrenda (altar)
What is the main idea of Day of the Dead?
To honor and celebrate our dead loved ones who come to visit
What drink is a symbol of Day of the Dead?
Mexican hot chocolate
Why are water and candles important for the festival?
The souls (spirits) might be thirsty on their way back to visit the living. They also need light to see the way.
What is it?
Pan de Muertos (Bread of the Dead)
Why are butterflies symbols of Dia de los Muertos?
Butterflies hold the spirit of the person who died.
What is it?
papel picado (decorations)
What is it?
incense
What is one difference between Halloween and Dia de los Muertos?
Halloween shows us spirits that are scary. Dia de los Muertos shows us loving spirits.
What do you put on an ofrenda (altar)?
candles, flowers, food, gifts, pictures, bread, etc.