My student will be making a miniature Ofrenda shadow box honoring a loved one or Saint for All Souls Day

Art

• The student will learn about the cultural tradition of creating Ofrendas for All Souls Day
• The student will develop their fine motor skills while assembling and decorating the miniature shadow box
• The student will explore different materials and textures to create a visually appealing Ofrenda
• The student will learn about the importance of honoring and remembering loved ones or Saints

For continued development, encourage the student to explore other cultural traditions and create more elaborate Ofrendas. They can experiment with different themes or incorporate personal items that symbolize their loved ones or Saints. Additionally, they can research different artistic techniques and incorporate them into their shadow box design, such as collage, painting, or mixed media.

Book Recommendations

• The Remembering Day by Pat Mora: This book tells the story of a family celebrating and remembering their loved ones on the Day of the Dead.
• Clatter Bash! by Richard Keep: This book introduces children to the Mexican holiday of Day of the Dead and explains the meaning behind the celebration.
• Uncle Monarch and the Day of the Dead by Judy Goldman: This book follows a young girl as she prepares for the Day of the Dead and learns about the cycle of life and death.