Christmas in Mexico

by Cheryl L. Enderlein

Describes the customs, songs, food, and activities associated with the celebration of Christmas in Mexico.

Genres: Christmas, Nonfiction

24 pages, Library Binding

First published August 1, 1997

Reviews

[Rose Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Mexico, Christmas lasts from December 16 to February 2. On the 16th, they celebrate with posadas, the children going from door to door looking for a place to stay. The children break open pinatas. They go to church on Christmas Eve. Gifts are left on the altar, often poinsettias. Afterwards bells rings and fireworks are set off. On Christmas Day, they have a big meal of tortillas, sweet bread, turkey, and a fruit and vegetable salad. At bedtime on January 5th, he children put their shoes on the windowsill.. The next morning, on January 6th, the Feast of the Epiphany, their shoes have been filled with gifts and candy by the Three Kings. A sweetbread called Rosca de Reyes is also made on Epiphany. It is ring-shaped and topped with candied fruit. A small figure of the baby Jesus is baked inside. The person who finds it hosts a party on February 2nd.

Includes instructions on how to make a pinata. Third- or fourth-grade reading level.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful illustrations and lots of good information about Christmas in Mexico. We love celebrating Christmas around the world!

[One Sentence Audio Critic · Rating 5 out of 5]

24 pages. Good for ESL teachers.

[Christine Turner]

Bright red poinsettias decorate homes and churches. Families gather together and sing songs during posadas. Children set out their shoes, hoping they will be filled with presents. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in Mexico. Come explore the many Mexican traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.