first hispanic heritage camp
"Thank you for sharing your kids with me I had so much fun learning from them. We learn the numbers and colors with songs, traditional games from my childhood in Mexico ( which I found out that I am out of shape LOL), We made a unique kite but the most important was the Piñata and learning what represents in the Hispanic Culture.
Traditional Mexican piñatas are designed in the shape of a seven-point star; created with cardboard and paper mache; and decorated with crepe paper. The traditional Piñatas have seven points and represent the seven deadly sins that need to be destroyed by the ‘sinner’(us) who is blindfolded (signifying blind faith). Hoping to conquer sin, he attempts to hit the swaying piñata with a wood stick (representing Jesus) and break open the center, which bestows him with candy and fruit, representing the "blessings" that humanity receives for their good actions.
This tradition is more common during Christmas. Now days we do Piñatas all shapes to celebrate birthdays and special occasions because who doesn't like to hit a Piñata?" -Veronica Baleras, instructor
Traditional Mexican piñatas are designed in the shape of a seven-point star; created with cardboard and paper mache; and decorated with crepe paper. The traditional Piñatas have seven points and represent the seven deadly sins that need to be destroyed by the ‘sinner’(us) who is blindfolded (signifying blind faith). Hoping to conquer sin, he attempts to hit the swaying piñata with a wood stick (representing Jesus) and break open the center, which bestows him with candy and fruit, representing the "blessings" that humanity receives for their good actions.
This tradition is more common during Christmas. Now days we do Piñatas all shapes to celebrate birthdays and special occasions because who doesn't like to hit a Piñata?" -Veronica Baleras, instructor