The Mexic-Arte Museum proudly presents El Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Educational Activity Guide (revised 2020 edition), which can be used by teachers, students, researchers, and the general public. Compiled by our Museum team working with scholars and other experts, this Guide documents the history of Day of the Dead and the diverse cultures and artists that carry on the tradition. We feature art activities that relate to Day of the Dead, for example: how to construct an altar, make a skull mask, and create paper marigold flowers. ¡Gracias a todos!

Bowdoin College video analyzing the elections process and history of representatives, senators, and the United States president. Handouts for students and suggested activities are provided below the video.

This is a great explanation for teachers and students about the standards that governments need to meet before, during, and after an election to ensure that the election is "free and fair".

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can be analyzed statistically by students.

This lesson, "Heroes Among Us: A Veteran's Day Tribute Project," engages third-grade students in creating Adobe presentations to honor family members who have served in the military, blending personal history with national significance. Over a two-week period, this project can be conducted synchronously in a face-to-face classroom setting, encouraging direct interaction and collaboration among students and teachers. While the lesson plan was primarily authored by myself, input and contributions were made by fellow educators specializing in history and digital literacy to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.Free High-Resolution Photo of Flag,. 30 Sept. 2018, pxhere.com/en/photo/1520929?utm_content=shareClip&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pxhere. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

This self-paced lesson provides historical context for Thanksgiving and presents students with writing-based activities. This is an activity that students can complete, or it can be assigned as a take-home activity (pending computer and Internet access) for family participation.

This resource is a Google Arts & Culture online exhibit on Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) created by the Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum. The exhibit includes images accompanied by text descriptions of the artwork displayed.

Displays tracking information for by mail ballots or provisional ballots. Does NOT include in-person voting machine information

Published in 2021 by Scholastic Press, it offers teachers a Native perspective--not just on Thanksgiving--but on history.

Students will uncover the importance of Native perspectives highlighted in five short films. Students watch films that follow individuals from five Native American Tribes across deserts, coastlines, forests, and prairies. The stories document the following traditions and their land management practices: Hopi dryland farming in Arizona, the restoration of buffalo on the Blackfeet reservation in Montana, sustainable forestry on the Menominee reservation in Wisconsin, the revival of Native food forests in Hawaii, and the return of prescribed fire to the landscape by the Karuk Tribe of California. Students will engage in learning experiences to explore the message of each story, the importance of Native perspectives, and how a deeper relationship to the earth is essential for the future of our planet and all of its inhabitants. Lesson plan and videos.

This resource is a Google Arts & Culture online exhibit on Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) created by the Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum. The exhibit includes images accompanied by text descriptions of the artwork displayed.

Thanksgiving is coming, but Lurkey the turkey is nowhere to be found. Can you help the farmer find the wayward bird? Grab paper and crayons and follow along as narrator Melanie Renate and artist Xee Reiter tell the story, with guitar music by Justin Holland, in the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime.

This resource is a Google Arts & Culture online exhibit on Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) created by the Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum. The exhibit includes images accompanied by text descriptions of the artwork displayed.

Explore the traditional Native American Round Dance. Invite a Native American to share proper Round Dance steps. Compare and contrast beats of various Round Dance songs.
The Indigenous tribes/nations of Utah ask that teachers reach out to Native Americans within the community for assistance in teaching the Round Dance. Contacting families within your school community would be ideal. If other avenues are needed, contact your district Title VI coordinator or Indian education department within your state education system.

​Noemi Hernandez-Balcazar grew up in Mexico City where she developed a lifelong love for art and celebrations, such as Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos. Now an artist and educator in Salt Lake City, she shares her insights into this iconic Mexican celebration. Her first-hand knowledge provides a pathway to appreciating art, food, folklore, music, history, and Mexican cultural values.

A library lesson in which "An Outlaw Thanksgiving" by Emily Arnold McCully is read aloud and then discussed to discover text to history/geography/reader connections.    

Information and examination into political campaigning, a small primary source excerpt, and an audio clip of Calvin Coolidge about Law and Order while he attempts to persuade voters.