Want to celebrate Day of the Dead this weekend but you don’t exactly know how?
A simple way to introduce the concept of Day of the Dead is through arts and crafts. If your kids are like mine, they love to color. I’ve discovered that I have their full and complete attention while they are coloring and drawing. Sure, their heads are down and their hands are busy but their ears are wide open. While they are being creative, they can learn about Day of the Dead, and how it’s a special day to remember and honor our loved ones who have passed away.
This craft project comes with a free printable so if you don’t want to make a mask, you can use the template as a fun coloring page. If masks are totally your thing, let your inner artist out! Decorate your mask with glitter, paint, embellish it with crystals, feathers, flowers, etc. Make it as unique as the person who will be carrying it!
Once your mask is colored and decorated, you are ready to head over to the nearest Day of the Dead festival. Enjoy!
Check out these tips to create your own Day of the Dead mask just like this one.
Are you planning on attending any Dia de los Muertos events this weekend?
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