Cinco de Mayo May 5 History: According to this site, which discusses the history of Cinco de Mayo, this holiday is not only celebrated in Mexico, but grows in participation and enjoyment each year in the United States and around the world, perhaps because it is a celebration of spirit. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's Independence Day, but commemorates a Mexican victory in battle against the French. The Mexican army was outnumbered, ill-equipped, and poorly armed, yet, they won this particular battle against incredible odds. It was a battle won through courage and spirit! Cinco de Mayo Fun: This site shares Cinco De Mayo family celebrations. To join in the fun, decorate (and wear, if possible) red, green, and white (the colors of the Mexican flag), make (or buy) some Mexican food, play festive Mexican music, and have a great time! For dessert, fill a piñata with candy, and challenged your guests to one swing each, blindfolded, to see who can break open a piñata, for all to enjoy the candy inside. You can make your own piñata out of a paper bag with painted or glued decorations. Try this free online game: Spanish Heritage - Pinyata Game   Lesson Plans & Activities for Teachers Cinco de Mayo Mini-Unit Cinco de Mayo is different than Mexican Independence Day (mini-unit) Cinco de Mayo Lesson Plan Cinco de Mayo Webquest (2nd grade)  Free Presentations in PowerPoint format for Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo script for an in-class play (We the Teachers)  Cinco de Mayo (ABC Teach) Make Cinco de Mayo Maracas (art activity)  Cinco de Mayo classroom games Cinco de Mayo - Free lessons, Ecards, coloring, more from Crayola Kids Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo (resource) Have a great year! All Rights Reserved Counter start date January 2006     Have a great year!