Happy Cinco de Mayo from Books Are Fun!

In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has taken on a significance beyond that in Mexico. The date is perhaps best recognized in the United States as a date to celebrate the culture and experiences of Americans of Mexican ancestry,

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People today in Mexico and America celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a big way.

Cinco de Mayo incorporates festivals, fiestas, special dances and special foods all throughout the day. People play special music on special instruments, take part in sporting events, make piñatas, wear clothes of red and green, the colors of the Mexican flag.

One of the largest celebrations is outside the City Hall of Los Angeles, where more than 500,000 people gather every year. Small family gatherings are also popular. Mexican flags are everywhere you look. So are pictures of General Ignacio Zaragoza, who won the Battle of Puebla in 1862. This battle was on May 5, after all, and May 5 is Cinco de Mayo!

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo is a chance to honor the memory and bravery of the Mexican soldiers who fought for their country. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the culture of Mexico itself. Happy Cinco de Mayo!

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