

Bring culture and colour to your Spanish lessons this November with this engaging reading comprehension all about El Día de los Muertos!
Learners will explore one of Mexico’s most iconic celebrations through a short, accessible text, supported questions, and fun vocabulary activities. Designed for KS2/3 / CfE Level 2-3, this task helps pupils develop reading skills while deepening their cultural awareness in a meaningful way.
It’s the perfect mix of language learning and cultural discovery - ideal for whole-class lessons, independent work, or cover activities.
What’s included
1 printable reading worksheet (El Día de los Muertos: Una celebración de la vida y la memoria)
Pre-reading and after-reading tasks (image prompts, cognates, comprehension questions, translations)
Vocabulary and picture-matching activity (flor, vela, comida, tumba …)
Teacher answer version included
Ideal for KS3 / grade 6-8 / beginner Spanish learners
Learning focus
Read for gist and detail using cognates and context clues
Recognise key cultural vocabulary linked to Día de los Muertos
Translate short sentences and identify word meanings
Reflect on how Spanish-speaking cultures celebrate life and memory
Perfect for
Cultural units and festival lessons
Independent or group reading practice
Quick, no-prep cover work
Homework, comprehension revision, or seasonal displays
**Celebrate life, language, and culture with this vibrant Día de los Muertos resource from Studio Lingua - where learning Spanish is always fun, relevant, and totally you. **
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