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“Day of the Dead Memorial for José”
In this activity, students will take inspiration from the Día de los Muertos to build a memorial for José acknowledging his sacrifice for the people of Behala.
When people celebrate the Day of the Dead, they often create memorials to remember their loved ones. Create a memorial for José and his sacrifice to the community. Use symbolic items from the novel to represent José and what he means to Behala. You may also use some traditional symbols from el Día de los Muertos in your presentation.
Use the questions below to guide your selection of items.