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Papel picado is colorful cut out paper used to decorate during celebrations in Mexico like Día de muertos. We'll watch a video on how papel picado is traditionally made. After we watch the video together, do the activities below.
1) Make your own papel picado
- Use tissue paper and scissors to cut out shapes. Be careful and take your time! We may be able to decorate with them.
2) Answer the questions below:
Write the color in Spanish.
Example: Mi papel es azul.
A) Mi papel es...
B) What shapes did you use?
Look at the list below and check (✓) the shapes you used. If you did use the shape in the row, write the number that you made.
| Shape (English) | Shape (Español) | Did you use it? (✓) How many? |
|---|---|---|
| Circle | círculo | |
| Square | cuadrado | |
| Triangle | triángulo | |
| Star | estrella | |
| Cross | cruz | |
| Heart | corazón | |
| Diamond | diamante | |
| Flower | flor | |
| Sun | sol | |
| Moon | luna |
Reflection
C) Think about your design. Write about it in English below. Consider these questions as you write: What was fun about making it? What was difficult? What did you learn about Mexican cultural symbols like papel picado from the video examples?
| Criteria | 3 — Great | 2 — Almost there | 1 — Needs attention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shapes, Color, Reflection | Shapes and color are labeled correctly in Spanish on the worksheet and match the submitted papel picado. | Most shapes or colors labeled, a few missing or incorrect. | Many shapes OR color missing or incorrect AND/OR reflection missing or off topic. |
| Cultural Elements | Work shows connection and respect to tradition and use of papel picado. Interesting aesthetic/design | Design has little to do with papel picado cultural elements from videos/class discussions | "Balled up" OR distroyed OR disrespectful artistic elements |
| Workmanship | Neat and complete. | Somewhat neat; could be more organized. | Messy OR hard to read OR incomplete. |