Traditions Comparison

Students compare three traditions from Esperanza’s life in Mexico with their own family traditions. The worksheet includes traditions such as birthday fiestas, crocheting with Abuelita, and harvesting grapes. For each, students describe a similar or different tradition in their own family and determine whether the traditions align or differ. A reflection prompt asks students to consider why traditions matter for families and how they shape identity and belonging. This activity encourages cultural awareness, personal connection, and thematic understanding.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies / ELA – Cultural Traditions and Identity

Text-to-Self Connections

Comparative Analysis

Reflective Writing

This worksheet is part of our Esperanza Rising Worksheets collection.