1. Word cloud
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What is Cinco de Mayo?
2. Slide
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Cinco de Mayo is It marks the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Cinco de Mayo is a larger celebration in the United States than it is in Mexico. It is primarily observed in the Mexican-American communities in the United States. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated as a minor holiday with small-scale military parades, fireworks, and reenactments of the Battle of Puebla.
The Truth About Cinco de Mayo
3. Slide
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4. Poll
60 seconds
What do you think is the most important reason to celebrate Cinco de Mayo?
- To recognize Mexican culture and heritage
- To recognize the Mexican army's victory over France
- To recognize the struggle for Mexican independence
- To recognize Mexican-American culture in the U.S.
5. Open question
300 seconds
What is the historical significance of Cinco de Mayo?
6. Open question
300 seconds
What is the difference between Cinco de Mayo and Mexican Independence Day?
7. Open question
300 seconds
How can we use this holiday to build cultural understanding and appreciation?
8. Slide
60 seconds
Use the day as inspiration to support Mexican-owned businesses in your community This does not include Taco Bell, Chipotle, Qdoba, etc. You can search “Mexican-owned businesses near me” or “Mexican-owned restaurants near me” to find businesses to support near where you live
How can we celebrate Cinco de Mayo respectfully?
9. Slide
60 seconds
2. Educate others who may not know the history 3. Avoid cultural appropriation Avoid wearing costumes or using cultural symbols that may be offensive or disrespectful to the Mexican community Cultural appropriation is harmful because it can erase and distort cultural traditions and beliefs. It also perpetuates harmful stereotypes and misrepresentations of a culture, leading to cultural insensitivity, discrimination, and disrespect.
How can we celebrate Cinco de Mayo respectfully?
10. Drawings
330 seconds
Descanso Cerebral: Draw a tree with a face, hair and wearing a hat.
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