A Video Lesson on Mardi Gras, Carnival, and Lent
Learn about Carnival celebrations around the world with this Edpuzzle Original video lesson that covers Mardi Gras, Carnival, and Lent.
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Celebrate Fat Tuesday with a feast for your mind in the form of a video lesson on Mardi Gras from Edpuzzle Originals!
Many traditional celebrations of the Carnival season typically happen from January through March. This year, in 2023:
- Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, Feb. 21st.
- Carnival lasts from Jan. 6 through Feb. 21st.
- Lent lasts from Wednesday, Feb. 22nd through Friday, April 6th.
Learn more in this video lesson that can be adapted to grade levels from elementary through high school!
A Mardi Gras Video Lesson
In this lesson, students will examine Mardi Gras and Carnival by exploring the history and traditions of the religious season of Lent.
For example, did you know that every year throughout January, February, and sometimes March, the city of New Orleans, Louisiana hosts roughly 70 parades? Each one has its own special theme, and they all lead up to the single-day celebration of Mardi Gras.
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