Feliz Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo for Kids

May 5, Monday

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with exciting activities designed especially for children. Dive into a world of culture, fun, and learning!

歡迎一起來參加我們充滿活力的 Cinco de Mayo 慶祝活動!這一天將有為孩子們準備的精彩活動,帶大家一起探索文化、樂趣與學習的美好時光!

Discover the Joy of Cinco de Mayo

What Is Cinco de Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo, or the “Fifth of May,” is a celebration that honors the Mexican army’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. While it’s a meaningful moment in history, today the holiday is widely celebrated as a joyful tribute to Mexican culture, music, food, and traditions.

Learning Mexican Culture through Celebration

At Little Tree, we view Cinco de Mayo as a wonderful opportunity for children to explore and appreciate cultures beyond their own. Our celebration is designed to be both educational and entertaining, providing children with a deeper understanding of the history and significance of Cinco de Mayo while engaging them in joyful activities that highlight the richness of Mexican heritage.

什麼是Cinco de Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo(西語意思為「五月五日」)是為了紀念墨西哥軍隊在 1862 年普埃布拉戰役中的勝利而設立的節日。雖然這是一段具有歷史意義的事件,但如今這一天也被廣泛視為慶祝墨西哥文化、音樂、美食與傳統的重要節日。

透過慶祝活動認識墨西哥文化

在小樹苗,我們將 Cinco de Mayo 視為一個寶貴的機會,讓孩子們有機會接觸並欣賞不同於自己文化的多元世界。我們設計的慶祝活動兼具教育性與趣味性,透過歡樂的互動體驗,引導孩子們了解 Cinco de Mayo 的歷史背景與文化意義,並感受墨西哥文化的豐富與魅力。

Exciting Cinco de Mayo Activities

🎉 Piñata Fun!

One of the most exciting parts of our Cinco de Mayo celebration is the piñata! Children will take turns swinging at a colorful, festive piñata filled with treats and small surprises. As the piñata bursts open, laughter fills the air and little hands rush to gather goodies. This joyful tradition encourages anticipation and a whole lot of fun—all while introducing children to a vibrant part of Mexican culture!

在我們的 Cinco de Mayo 慶祝活動中,最令人期待的環節之一就是皮納塔(Piñata)遊戲!孩子們將輪流敲打這個色彩繽紛、充滿節日氣氛的皮納塔,裡面藏有小驚喜和小點心。當皮納塔打開的那一刻,歡笑聲四起,孩子們開心地收集掉落的驚喜!這項傳統不但充滿趣味,也讓孩子們在快樂中體驗墨西哥文化的熱情與活力。

🇲🇽 Water Tattoo🇲🇽

In this creative and interactive session, our teachers will introduce children to symbols of Mexican culture. After learning about these festive icons, each child will get to choose a water tattoo featuring Mexico images and apply it to their hand with a little help. It’s a safe, exciting way to celebrate culture through art, while letting kids express themselves with a colorful keepsake to wear all day!

在我們的 Cinco de Mayo 慶祝活動中,最令人期待的環節之一就是皮納塔(Piñata)遊戲!孩子們將輪流敲打這個色彩繽紛、充滿節日氣氛的皮納塔,裡面藏有小驚喜和小點心。當皮納塔打開的那一刻,歡笑聲四起,孩子們開心地收集掉落的驚喜!這項傳統不但充滿趣味,也讓孩子們在快樂中體驗墨西哥文化的熱情與活力。

 

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Wonderful Parents

We are truly grateful to all the parents and families who make events like our Cinco de Mayo celebration possible. Your continued support allows us to create joyful, meaningful learning experiences for our children.

Celebrating cultural traditions together helps children develop curiosity, respect, and a deeper appreciation for diversity—values that are at the heart of a Montessori education and essential for growing into compassionate global citizens.

Thank you for being an essential part of the Little Tree community. We’re so glad to have you with us on this journey of joyful learning!

我們衷心感謝所有家長對 Cinco de Mayo 活動的支持與參與。您們的鼓勵與信任讓孩子能在充滿歡樂與意義的學習環境中成長。

透過一起慶祝不同文化的節日,孩子們能學習到尊重、包容與欣賞多元文化的重要性,這不僅是蒙特梭利教育的核心理念,也是未來世界公民不可或缺的素養。

感謝您一直以來的陪伴與支持,很開心能和您一起陪伴孩子走在充滿喜悅的學習旅程中!