Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Cinco De Mayo: A Celebration of Mexican Heritage/History

Subject Area

Social Studies

Grade(s)

1

Overview

This clip explains the history behind the holiday known as Cinco de Mayo and dispels misconceptions that the holiday celebrates Mexican independence.

    Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 1

    SS10.1.11

    Identify traditions and contributions of various cultures in the local community and state. (Alabama)

    Unpacked Content

    UP:SS10.1.11

    Vocabulary

    • identify
    • traditions
    • contributions
    • cultures
    • Kwanzaa
    • Hanukkah
    • Christmas
    • Fourth of July
    • Cinco de Mayo
    • cultural foods

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • Techniques for identifying traditions and contributions of various cultures in the community and Alabama.
    • How to compare cultural similarities and differences (for example, celebrations, food, traditions).
    • Vocabulary: traditions, contributions, cultures, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas, Fourth of July, Cinco de Mayo, cultural foods

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Describe traditions of various cultures.
    • Describe contributions of various cultures.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • There are traditions of various cultures in the local community and Alabama.
    • Various cultures have made important contributions to the local community and Alabama.
    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    History Channel
    Accessibility
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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