Sugar Skulls are confections made in remembrance of lost loved ones. Use Crayola® Chalk, Glitter Glue, and dark paper to make symbolic sugar skulls for your Mexican Day of the Dead celebration.
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Locate images of the sugar skulls used in observances Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations. Obtain authentic sugar skulls, if possible. Observe their details and bright, colorful ornamentation. Why does Mexico celebrate this multi-day holiday? What other countries have similar holidays? What do these holidays have in common?
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Use Crayola Colored Drawing Chalk to draw a large skull on black paper.
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Decorate the skull with Crayola Washable Glitter Glue. Use Crayola School Glue to attach sequins, metallic paper, or other recycled shiny craft items. Dry.
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