Carlos Fuentes was a Mexican novelist and essayist
Born: November 11, 1928, Panama City, Panama
Died: May 15, 2012, Mexico City, Mexico
Quote~Writing is a struggle against silence.

In Mexico, Día de Los Reyes is celebrated on January 6 to honor the Three Wise Men. This holiday represents the day the Three Wise Men gave gifts to Jesus Christ. The day closes the Christmas festivities and is the day the people of Mexico exchange gifts.

Poverty and wealth inequality are huge challenges in Mexico. About 18% of the country lives in extreme poverty, and among poor communities, school dropout rates, absences, and grade repetition are serious problems. Among OECD countries, Mexico has one of the lowest rates of school enrollment among 15 to 19-year-olds, possibly because poverty drives them to find jobs rather than complete their education

62.8% of families are described as. two parents and their children.
20% of families are described as one parent

To most people mariachi is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Mexican traditional music.

Chilaquiles are known as a popular traditional breakfast dish.It features lightly fried corn tortillas cut into quarters and topped with green or red salsa.

Schools in Mexico are no cost after "middle school" its no longer. Mandatory only 45% of student graduate.

A celebration of a girls fiveteen birth day and her transition from childhood too adulthood typically a large party!

Traditional/ most common sport played in Mexico is soccer. Sport is played everywhere around the house backyard school ect.

Dia de los muertos is celebrated November 2nd. A Mexican celebration to remember and prepare special foods in honor of those who have departed.