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Finished Día de Muertos ofrenda with candles, marigolds, and family photos
Cultural Celebrations

Build a Día de Muertos Ofrenda

Create a bright and welcoming altar together. This printable kit explains the meaning behind each layer, supplies cut-and-color decorations, and sparks conversations that honor loved ones with care.
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  • ✓Step-by-step instructions for assembling every layer
  • ✓Printable papel picado, marigolds, photo frames, and offering labels
  • ✓Conversation prompts that help kids talk about remembrance
  • ✓Ideas for extending the lesson with music, food, and storytelling

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What you get

  • Illustrated guide covering the symbolism of candles, flowers, salt, water, and meaningful belongings
  • Printable decorations and labels kids can color, cut, and arrange
  • Planning worksheet to gather treasured memories ahead of time
  • Discussion starters that help children speak about loved ones respectfully

Ways to use the kit

Set up an ofrenda as a family project, anchor a Día de Muertos lesson in your classroom, or invite co-op learners to work in small groups. Pair it with our Día de Muertos for Kids article for story-based background and additional activities.

Download the PDF kit to begin building together.