El dia de los muertos--the day of the dead-- is a widely celebrated holiday in Hispanic countries, and America, honoring the lives of our loved ones who have passed away. But this holiday is not a sad celebration, in fact, it is one of the most colorful! Michael's class, this year, has decided to celebrate this festive holiday and learn more about traditions, and the meaning of the celebration. The 4/5 class rooms put together an ofrenda
(an alter to give and guide our ancestor's spirits) in the school lobby, made colorful sugar skulls, set out sweet bread, food, fake candles, and flowers to give to our departed family. Students could bring in pictures to decorate, honoring their friends and family who have passed away, to later hang above the ofrenda.
(an alter to give and guide our ancestor's spirits) in the school lobby, made colorful sugar skulls, set out sweet bread, food, fake candles, and flowers to give to our departed family. Students could bring in pictures to decorate, honoring their friends and family who have passed away, to later hang above the ofrenda.
The process of sugar skull making, demonstrated by clover.
The finished ofrenda!
Our class in front of the ofrenda. Happy Dia de los muertos!