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Poster Design Competition: The Spanish-Speaking World

Create a digital poster dedicated to one of the countries that are members of the Spanish-speaking world.

Your poster must include the name of the country and the names and pictures of at least the following items:

• Map

• Flag

• Capital city (name and picture)

• National bird

• National flower

• National dish

Guidelines:

• Be neat, creative, and organized.

• Use the elements and principles of design you studied in your Visual Arts class.

• Remember that any words displayed on the poster must be large enough to be read from a distance.

• Your classmates will vote for the best three posters. These chosen posters will be printed and displayed in the hall.

• The winners of this competition will be invited to a pizza party: Classroom A213 @ 11: 30 am on Fr., Oct 10/ 2025.

• Your participation is required.

NOTE: 

Please check the poster posted here as a modest example or reference. You can create a much better design.

✅ Student Checklist – Poster Design Competition

Make sure your poster includes:

• Country name
  
  

• Map (with label)
  
  

• Flag
  
  

• Capital city (name and picture)
  
  

• National bird (name and picture)
  
  

• National flower (name and picture)
  
  

• National dish (name and picture)
  
  

• Words large enough to read from a distance
  
  

• Neat, creative, and organized design

When voting, give 1–5 points in each category:

1. Content (1–5) – All required items are included.
   
   

2. Creativity (1–5) – Poster shows originality and artistic effort.
   
   

3. Neatness (1–5) – Work is clean, organized, and easy to read.
   
   

4. Design (1–5) – Good use of elements and principles of design (balance, color, space, etc.).
   
   

5. Overall Impact (1–5) – Poster is eye-catching and effective at representing the country.
   
   

Maximum Score: 25 points

El Día de los Muertos

El Día de los Muertos Reading Task:

1. What is the main purpose of Día de Muertos?
   A) To celebrate the arrival of spring
   B) To honor and remember deceased loved ones
   C) To celebrate the independence of Mexico
   D) To prepare traditional Mexican food
   
   

2. When is Día de Muertos celebrated?
   A) October 31st
   B) November 1st and 2nd
   C) December 25th
   D) January 6th
   
   

3. Which of the following items are typically found on an ofrenda?
   A) Gifts and candy
   B) Flowers, candles, food, and photographs
   C) Fireworks and lanterns
   D) Toys and letters
   
   

What is the overall mood of Día de Muertos according to the text?

A) Sad and quiet

B) Festive and colorful, but also reflective and respectful

C) Fearful and mysterious

D) Serious and solemn only

Calaca Mask Project

STEAM Portfolio: Spanish-dedicated page - Wear your mask and take a selfie photo. Copy and paste the information included in the G-doc attached here.

Mask-Making Instructions (Easy and fun)

Materials

• Mask template (printed on cardstock)

• Scissors

• Pencil and eraser

• Glue or tape

• Elastic band or ribbon (to wear the mask)

• Paints, markers, or colored pencils

• Tissue paper flowers, sequins, glitter, buttons, lace (optional)

Steps

Print the mask template on cardstock or glue it onto thicker paper.

Cut out the shape of the mask and the eye holes. Ask for help if needed.

Paint or color the base (white, black, or light color).

Add traditional Day of the Dead designs — flowers, hearts, dots, swirls, and symmetrical patterns.

Glue on decorations like paper flowers, sequins, or lace around the eyes.

Punch a hole on each side and attach elastic or ribbon to fit your head.

Try it on and take a photo for the class display!

Design Ideas

• Traditional skull: white base, flower eyes, heart-shaped nose, teeth details.

• La Catrina style: elegant design with large flowers and bright colors.

• Animal mask: combine Day of the Dead patterns with an animal shape (bat, cat, etc.).