Describes the history and traditions of the holiday Cinco de Mayo, discussing the Battle of Puebla, carnivals and fairs, and U.S. cities that have official Cinco de Mayo celebrations; and includes a recipe for Mexican hot chocolate and instructions for making a pi?ata.
Traces the history of the Mexican celebration of Cinco de Mayo and examines how people celebrate on this day. Features full-color photographs and a glossary.
Explores the origins of Cinco de Mayo, the Mexican holiday that honors the first battle in the struggle to keep the French from taking control of Mexico, and describes the foods, music, and symbols associated with the Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Describes the commemoration of the victory of the Mexican army over the French army on May 5, 1862, which signaled the end of foreign invasions of North America.
Provides background on the people and events that are commemorated on two important Mexican holidays, Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo, and describes how these holidays are celebrated.
