Countries in the News: Mexico - Shanesa

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Countries in the News: Mexico
by Kieran Walsh

Review by Shanesa

Mexico is a country just south of the United States.  It comes in contact with Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California.  The two major bodies of water that surround Mexico are the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.  One of the world's famous rivers known as the Rio Grande, flows right through Mexico.  Mexico's climates are warm.  During the months of April and May, the temperature hovers around 80 degrees.

The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.  Not only is it one of the world's largest cities, it is also known as one of the oldest.  Mexico city was built on top to the ruins that were once known as Tenochtitlan.

Out of the Mexicans that live in Mexico, 60% of them are Mestizos and 30% of them are Amerindra.

Everywhere you go, you'll hear different types of music.  Out of all the known music, you will hear mariachi the most.  Bull fighting is known as the most popular sport in Mexico.  Mexico also has special celebrations for the following events in history.  Cinco de Mayo, the celebration of their victory against France.  Dieciseis de Septiembre is the celebration of winning the war against Spain for their independence.

I recommend this book to all the people in the world who want to learn more about other countries and to those who want to know what other cultures are like.  I recommend this book for ages 9 and up.