Day of the Dead November 1-2: Embracing Culture, Memory, and Language

A Multilingual Experience for All Ages
To make this journey accessible for all, I’m including a free Day of the Dead coloring page for both children and adults (coloring together can be a fun way to connect with our kids!). With simple images, it helps children visualize the symbols of the holiday, like marigolds and sugar skulls, while connecting to the spirit of the celebration.

At the end of the page, you’ll find key points about Day of the Dead (access our free LULUTOM Library to choose your printable in the language your family is focusing on). Each language option includes links to videos about Day of the Dead, so everyone in the family can watch and learn in the language of their choice. You’ll find the printables in the FREE RESOURCES section of the site—a perfect activity for children to color as they learn about this special tradition.

I hope these resources help bring Día de los Muertos to life for your family, creating a tradition of learning, remembrance, and connection.

Why Teach Children About Day of the Dead?
Sharing this beautiful celebration with children teaches them about honoring family and memory. It introduces values like love, respect, and the belief that family bonds are eternal. Learning about other cultures' ways of honoring loved ones helps children build empathy, understanding, and an appreciation for diversity.

Picture courtesy of Karla Kanter

Celebrating Día de los Muertos: Teaching Kids About Family, Memory, and Cultural Traditions

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a unique Mexican celebration that offers a heartwarming way to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. This beautiful holiday, observed on November 1st and 2nd, is far from being a day of sadness—it’s a joyful celebration filled with love, memories, and family traditions. Teaching children about Día de los Muertos can be a meaningful way to introduce them to the importance of family bonds and cultural diversity.

In our video, Tom and Lulu explore what makes Día de los Muertos so special. Through their curiosity and questions, they learn that it’s a time to remember family members, friends, and even pets who are no longer with us. People create altares de muertos (altars) decorated with photos, marigold flowers, candles, and special items that remind them of their loved ones. The bright orange marigolds, also known as cempasúchil, are believed to help guide spirits back to their families, while offerings like favorite foods, drinks, and toys welcome them.

Through this video, children see that Día de los Muertos is a family reunion in spirit, where stories, music, and laughter bring happy memories to life. Kids learn that by sharing traditions like these, we can keep the memories of loved ones close, no matter where we are. They also see how this holiday extends beyond Mexico, celebrated in parts of Latin America and the United States, connecting families across borders.

Learning about Día de los Muertos offers children a window into Mexican culture and reminds them of the beauty in honoring those who came before us. Introducing kids to traditions from around the world teaches empathy, broadens their worldview, and builds an appreciation for different cultures and ways of life.

Check out the video with Tom and Lulu, available in multiple languages, and download the free printable to continue the learning at home or in the classroom. It’s a wonderful way to bring the spirit of Día de los Muertos into your child’s world, celebrating family and memories together!

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Check out the video and learn more about the Day of the Dead and the Mexican Culture in your fav language!