Día de los Muertos: Honoring Loved Ones

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Notice what's the same. Celebrate what's different.

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What feels weird to you is normal to someone else — and that's the point.

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Día de los Muertos honors loved ones who have passed away. Families create altars with photos, marigold flowers, and the favorite foods of the deceased.

Key facts

Remember these

1Culture includes language, food, and traditions.
2Cultures change over time.
3Holidays reflect a community's values.

Then & Now

🤝 You probably know someone whose story includes this.

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What is culture?

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Why is it important to learn about other cultures?

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