A great addition to a multicultural unit or curriculum study, use the set of questions based on Pam Muñoz Ryan's Mice and Beans to engage learners and enhance their reading experience. As youngsters read, they...

Describes the structure of Mexican society in the 19th century and the cultural clashes that resulted in their dealings with Americans in Texas.

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Mexicans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Mexican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the culture of Mexico. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....

The story of "El Dia de los Muertos" (The Day of the Dead) in Mexico, with emphasis on the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs, the blending of Spanish and native Mexican cultures, and even American influence upon this Mexican tradition.

This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information and photos about Jose Clemente Orozco.

Site provides information on the major concepts that fueled the Chicano Movement: focus on politics, economic change, education reform, challenging the Catholic Church, cultural renaissance, and Chicano expression.

ArtCyclopedia's chronological list of muralists from the 19th and 20th centuries. There are links to the artists' biographies and works.

Get up close and personal with the language and culture of Mexico. Multimedia presentation includes video clips with Spanish transcripts and English translations. A valuable resource for anyone considering a trip to Mexico City! Requires...

A biography of artist Carmen Lomas Garza, known for her positive depictions of the Chicano culture through her work.

A series of short descriptions of Mexican holidays and traditions.

The story of a Christmas tradition in Mexico, "Feliz Navidad". Recipes are also provided for some traditional Mexican holiday treats.

This collection of essays about the United States - Mexico border is useful in studying how living along a border affects people.

Latinos, also referred to as Hispanics, lived in North Carolina in relatively small numbers until the 1980s, when many people of Mexican and Central American descent began coming to the state in search of seasonal farm work. By the end...

This homepage provides links to much information concerning Mexican society, including ethnicity and language, income distribution, structure of society, education, health care, and more.

Learn about the people of Texas by searching through passenger arrival records, Mexican border crossing records, and other documents.

Read about the actor Mexican-American Anthony Quinn who was an icon of masculinity in Hollywood and also won fame as a sculptor and painter.

This resource provides Gary Soto's brief autobiography in which he discusses his writing. Also the transcript to an interview with Soto is given along with book reviews by students.

A description of the Easter celebration in Mexico.

This is a great site that talks about changes in the U.S.-Mexico border. It also discusses the meaning of the border, the people that live there, and border regions. Click "next" at the bottom of the page for more information on the...

Describes the different types of headdresses worn by Native American groups across North, Central and South America. (Note: some links to larger images no longer work.)