Best Cinco De Mayo Crafts to Teach Kids About Mexican Culture and Traditions

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All of these crafts are easy enough for kids to make and they are a great way to introduce kids to the real meaning of this Mexican holiday and Mexican traditions.

When you think of Cinco the Mayo margaritas, sombreros and parties may come to mind, but do you know the real history and meaning of Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that commemorates the victory of the Mexican over the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

Cinco de Mayo gives us a great opportunity to teach children about the Mexican culture and what better way to do it than through creating fun and easy kid-friendly crafts that focus on authentic Mexican traditions and art? All of these crafts showcase the traditional art and history and authentic handicrafts of the Mexican people and give a deeper insight into this amazing country and its culture.