El Día de los Muertos Spanish Day of the Dead Webquest Activities Lesson Plan
💀 Day of the Dead Virtual Field Trip | Día de los Muertos Cultural Exploration
Take your students on a virtual journey through the colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos! In this interactive digital field trip, students explore the history, geography, and cultural significance of the Day of the Dead while improving their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
Students will navigate a Google Map filled with information, images, and videos about celebrations and traditions across Latin America. As they explore, they’ll complete a graphic organizer and comprehension worksheet to deepen their understanding of this meaningful holiday.
Perfect for cultural lessons, sub plans, or cross-curricular learning that connects Spanish, Social Studies, and Geography!
✨ What’s Included:
✅ Google Map in English with clickable info, images, and videos
✅ Student worksheet and graphic organizer (English)
✅ Google Slides version for digital learning
✅ Teacher’s Notes for easy implementation
✅ Answer Key for comprehension questions
🌍 Students Will:
- Read and learn about the origins and traditions of Día de los Muertos
- Explore how the holiday is celebrated in different countries
- Watch videos and view authentic images
- Reinforce geography skills through map-based exploration
- Strengthen reading comprehension and cultural awareness
💡 Perfect For:
- Middle & High School Spanish or World Culture classes
- Sub plans or enrichment days
- Distance learning or hybrid classrooms
- Cultural awareness lessons in English
🖥️ Tech Requirements:
Students will need access to the internet, Google My Maps, and YouTube. Please ensure these platforms are accessible at your school before using this activity.
