Vocab
a skull that are often colorfully decorated
calavera
This is where families put photos, foods and other things that their family members enjoyed in life
altar
A character that is the skeleton of a richly dressed woman.
La Catrina
These were the first people to celebrate Día de los Muertos
The Aztecs
Pan de Muerto is often decorated with "huesos" or these in English
bones
an informal word for skeletons often used on Día de los Muertos
calacas
Families will often clean, bring flowers and a picnic and celebrate here.
el cementerio
to celebrate
celebrar
Día de los Muertos combines influences from these two cultures.
Aztec and Spanish/Catholic
Spanish word for the month Día de los Muertos is now celebrated.
noviembre
candles
velas
A pathway is created from these flowers to guide the souls of the dead on their journey.
cempasuchil/marigold
meal/food
comida
Before the arrival of the Spanish, Día de los Mueurtos was celebrated in this season.
Summer
The Aztecs believed that our life on Earth was a _____.
dream
bread of the dead
pan de muerto
These insects are is believed to be the souls of the dead returning to visit
mariposas
paper that is hand cut and hung as a decoration
papel picado
This artist created satirical illustrations of skulls and skeletons, including the famous character, La Catrina.
José Guadalupe Posada
This modern day country is most associated with Día de los Muertos, although it is celebrated in many parts of South America and the US
Mexico
offerings
ofrendas
This day is especially reserved for remembering children
el 1 day noviembre
This word might sound like it means Mom and Dad, but it means relatives.
parientes
As a result of the influence of the Catholicism, Día de los Muertos was eventually moved to coincide with these two holidays
All Saints Day and All Souls Day
Decorated skulls make of sugar are known as these in Spanish
calaveras de azúcar