Book Summary
Mexico’s fight for independence began in the 1500s, soon after the arrival of the Spanish explorer Hernandez de Cordova. For almost the next 150 years, Mexico was ruled by Spain. It wasn’t until September 16, 1810, that Mexicans organized a revolt against Spanish rule. Eleven years later, Mexico was a free and independent country. In this informational book, readers will learn why Spain wanted to rule Mexico, and why Mexico was determined to be self-governing. Photographs and a timeline support the interesting and fact-filled text. 

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Summarization

Objectives

• Use the reading strategy of summarization to understand and remember informational text
• Organize and sequence events
• Identify plural possessives
• Recognize and use content vocabulary

Materials

• Book – Mexico’s Fight for Independence (copy for each student)
• Chalkboard or dry erase board
• Sequence organizer, content vocabulary acrostic worksheets

    Indicates an opportunity to use the book interactively (All activities may be completed with paper and pencil if books are not consumable.)

Vocabulary

• Content words: anthem, civilization, compromise, Creoles, fiesta, independence, immigrants, maize, republic, revolution