Miss Chanez’s third grade class honored the beautiful tradition of Día de los Muertos—the Day of the Dead—on November 1st and 2nd. This multi-day holiday, celebrated throughout Mexico and many parts of the world, is a special time to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed away.
In class, students learned about the meaning behind the celebration and how families welcome the spirits of their ancestors through love, stories, and remembrance. Each student wrote a heartfelt paper about a deceased loved one and included a picture to honor their memory. Together, the class created a colorful ofrenda, or altar, both inside the classroom and on the wall just outside the door.
The ofrenda was filled with photos, drawings, and decorations—symbols of love and remembrance that brought the spirits of those special people a little closer to the students’ everyday lives. Through this meaningful activity, Miss Chanez’s class learned not only about a cultural tradition but also about the importance of family, memory, and celebration.
