This simple project allows students the opportunity to create their own "ofrendas" - small alters, shrines or offerings in remembrance of their loved ones who have passed on. This activity is based on Mexican traditions and follows the example set by Mexican school children who annually create ofrendas in their schools and homes as part of Day of the Dead traditions. Students are encouraged to use their creativity to complete this project, drawing on either personal experiences or fictional characters to inspire their designs.

This photograph of an ofrenda made by a student in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico, is one of many which inspired this project.

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This project can be downloaded in one of two file types:

• ofrenda.pdf

• ofrenda.doc

Find more information about Ofrendas:

• Lesson Plans
• Ofrendas (Grades 9-12)
• Help TIDES by submitting a lesson plan! Get involved here.
• Pictures
• Ofrenda pictures
• Ofrenda candlesticks in the Tyler Museum of Art
• Day of the Dead pictures
• Search our Database for "Mexico"
• Videos
  • See some cool Ofrendas in Mexico
  • Check out student Ofrenda projects
  • Visit the amazing Puebla Cathedral
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  • Learn more about the parts of an ofrenda
  • Read about Day of the Dead on Wikipedia
  • Day of the Dead with Cultural Crossroads