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** FACTS ABOUT DAY OF THE DEAD: **

 * Celebrated in Mexico, Ecuador, Guatemala, and other areas in Central and South America populated with Latino ethnic background.
 * Celebrated in areas of United States, such as California, Texas, and many others, in which the Mexican/American heritage exists.
 * Novembers 2nd is the offical date for the "Dia de los Muertos," but celebrated between October 31st and Novermber 2nd.
 * This celebration is associated with death, but it is not portrayed as morbid or a depressing time, but rather a period full of life, happiness, color, food, family, and fun.
 * This celebration has a complex history that corresponds to Catholic clebrations of All Saints Day and All Souls Day and has been transformed through the years.

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__Questions to consider__
 * **What is Day of the Dead and where is it celebrated?**
 * **What are some offerings brought to the alter or shrine?**
 * **Is Day of the Dead a happy event or a happy and joyous celebration?**
 * **How do you feel about this celebration?** **What are your thoughts?**
 * **How would you want to be remembered?**
 * **What things might people bring to your grave? (Think of things that you like or represent who you are)**
 * **Do you know someone who views death in a similar way?**
 * **Remember it is fine to not agree with a belief, but remember to try to understand why others believe in what they believe in and respect that belief.**

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