Hispanic Heritage Month Social Studies: El Santo Reading Passage

Step into the ring with this thrilling Hispanic Heritage Month reading passage about El Santo (Rodolfo Guzmán Huerta), Mexico's most legendary luchador! This resource explores how the silver-masked wrestler became a cultural icon through sports, film, and comic books. Perfect for grades 3-8, this high-interest lesson combines pop culture, Mexican folklore, and literacy skills while celebrating Latino contributions to entertainment.

Objective:

• Introduce students to a unique aspect of Mexican popular culture

• Strengthen reading comprehension through biography analysis

• Explore themes of heroism, folklore, and cultural identity

• Examine how lucha libre reflects Mexican values and storytelling

• Engage reluctant readers with high-interest content

Order:

1. Download the passage

2. Hook with a clip of El Santo wrestling or from his movies

3. Read the biography

4. Complete comprehension questions

5. Extend with art or performance projects

More Details:

• Format: PDF file

• size: 11*8.5 Inches

• Number Of Pages: 8 pages

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