Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May) is the celebration of Mexico's military victory over the French in 1862. This video investigates the holiday's history and observes preparations being made to make the occasion festive, highlighted by the spirited sounds of a traditional Mexican mariachi band. Children will also hear Mexican folk songs, learn about the Mayan myth of creation, Origin of the World, and make their own maracas from small cans to celebrate the sound of the fifth of May any time of the year. Available in Spanish tracks. .