Dia de los Muertos
Feliz Dia de los Muertos! In celebration of this holiday, Mr. Gomez's class created an "ofrenda," or altar, to celebrate Frida Kahlo’s life and legacy as one of the most important Mexican artists.
A little about the "Day of the Dead" celebration:
Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a holiday celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2 originating in central Mexico. The Day of the Dead is a time for the dead to return home and visit loved ones, feast on their favorite foods, and listen to their favorite music. In the homes, family members honor their deceased, building the ofrendas or altars made of offerings which may consist of photographs, bread, other foods, flowers, toys and other symbolic offerings. The preparation for this important celebration begins the last week of October when all is readied for a great feast after the October 31st visit to friends and relatives in the cemetery. Special dishes are cooked for the ofrendas, and are usually offered to both living and dead friends and relatives who visit. The celebration is often called Los Dias de los Muertos because two important days are recognized. November 1, All Saints' Day, is devoted to los angelitos (little children), and November 2, All Souls' Day, to adults.
