Parent Guide > Día de los Muertos Comes to Life Across the Mexican Diaspora

This week in class, we’re reading "Día de los Muertos Comes to Life Across the Mexican Diaspora" by Isabel Dobrin.

In the informational text "Día De Los Muertos Comes To Life Across The Mexican Diaspora," Isabel Dobrin discusses the holiday also known as Day of the Dead, its history, and how it is celebrated. 

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America, Death, and Identity as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"How has America changed over time?", "How do people face death?", and "What makes you who you are?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Día de los Muertos Comes to Life Across the Mexican Diaspora" about?
  • What did you learn about America?
  • What did you learn about Death?
  • What did you learn about Identity?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'Mexicans celebrate first Day of the Dead procession '
  • 'Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Life (English Subtitles) '