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Cultural Traditions in Mexico

From the Series Cultural Traditions in My World
  • Interest Level: Kindergarten - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Mexico's culture is a unique mixture of ancient traditions passed down by the native Maya and Aztec peoples, and the religion and culture of Mexico's Spanish conquerors. This interesting book describes how the blending of native and Spanish traditions, beliefs, and rituals has resulted in many of the lively and colorful festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Mexican people celebrate family occasions with fiestas. Teacher's guide available.

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Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Age Range 5 - 8
Dewey 394.26
Lexile NC910L
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level O
Subjects Geography, Social Studies
Genres Nonfiction
Publisher Crabtree Publishing
Imprint Crabtree Classics
Copyright 2012
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 8.5 x 11
Graphics Full-color photographs
BISACS JNF026000, JNF038070, JNF025110
Rights Included WORLD
Language English

Reviewed on 30 October 2011

Cultural Traditions in Mexico - School Library Journal

Simple overviews of the holidays, festivals, traditions, and customs of these countries. Each spread contains information and eye-catching, full-color photos depicting the foods and people commemorating events. National and religious holidays are included. Brazil starts with Christmas and ends with Republic Day, November 15. India begins with New Year’s, which is celebrated at different times in different parts of the country and follows a chronological order, ending with Christmas. Mexico opens with birthdays, weddings, family days, and Saint’s Day.

Author: Lynn Peppas

Full-color photographs