We are kicking off this week with our first VERDE, BLANCO, Y ROJO GUB Week in celebration of Mexican independence day this weekend!
While I didn't celebrate this day as a kid I knew why it was important!
Today we started off the week with a craft activity to discuss the MEXICAN Bandera (flag)
I explained to Little Man and Little Lady the colors: Verde, Blanco y Rojo and the symbol in the middle.
They loved saying the colors in Spanish!
I recall my dad telling me as a kid that the eagle was the symbol sent from the GODS to the AZTECS. When they saw the eagle on a cactus that this would be the place they would call home.
Little Man loved the idea of searching for an eagle!
We also discussed that Tijuana is part of MEXICO and that Grandma and Papuchoni are from Mexico. Little Man understood and said "uncle P and Nina lives in Mexico!" I said "yes they do. Does that means we have been to mexico?" He smiled and said "Yes."
This is going to be a great week. The kids seem to be understanding so much more this year.
I can't wait for all we have set up for this week. I hope you stay tuned!
Let us know if you are also doing something special for Mexican Independence day.
How fun!!This is a neat idea.
ReplyDeleteExcelente manera de poder transmitir a nuestros hijos,el orgullo de nuestra Herencia Hispana.
ReplyDeletewhat a great activity! I need to start doing this too. We've been working on our Spanish and it's coming along great.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for my son to understand the history of my culture.... what an exciting time. I love that you are teaching them with the colors of the flag.
ReplyDeleteThey are so cute! And what a great idea to teach them history and national pride by playing fun games like this. Happy Independence Day to all of you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea, Amiga! Looking forward to getting educated. Don't know nearly enough. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love this post & love that you incorporate your lessons on culture and heritage through crafts with your children. You are creating wonderful memories <3
ReplyDeleteHow great that your kids are being taught about their culture. It is a must! Super sweet post.
ReplyDeleteQué lindos!! What a great way to learn about your culture!
ReplyDeleteWhat are the chances!?!??! My dad and I were just talking this very morning of the importance of teaching kids about the flags, no matter where you're from. It's great history and sense of pride. Great for you!
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