Presentation Transcript
Slide 1:Day of The Dead
Slide 2:In many regions, November 1 is dedicated to the remembrance of deceased infants and children Adults are honored November 2
Slide 3:Customs vary throughout Mexico
Most celebrations include:
Decoration and family gathering at cemetery
Special foods
Ofrendas (offerings) on altars
Religious rites and prayers
Often there are fireworks!
Slide 4:Calacas Skeletons are often shown in everyday activities which depict a dead person’s profession or interests. The calacas are often placed on altars. This shows the spirit that he has not been forgotten.
Slide 7:Spirits return home…there they find many “goodies” they enjoyed while living
A wash basin and clean towel are placed on the altar for the spirit to “freshen up” after a long journey
Favorite foods and drinks
Toys and candy for spirits of deceased children
Procession to the cemetery :Procession to the cemetery
En el cementerio :En el cementerio Family members gather at the cemetery. They bring picnics and mariachi bands may play favorite songs. Local restaurants set up food stands. An outdoor church service is usually held.
Images and information taken from www.mexconnect.comand www.azcentral.com :Images and information taken from www.mexconnect.comand www.azcentral.com