Feliz Cinco de Mayo! You don't have to have a drop of salsa in your blood to celebrate this Mexican holiday. Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexican Independence Day. Instead, it commemorates a great Mexican army victory in 1862 and is celebrated more widely in the US than it is in Mexico itself. To many Americans, it's a great excuse to drink a margarita or two and let loose with the guacamole -- and that's okay, too!

Here's a list of some fun online resources if you want to share a little "ole" with your family. Do all or just one or two to make your Cinco de Mayo fun:

Food. One of the easiest ways to celebrate today is with some Mexican goodies. This site has everything from easy guacamole to Mexican hot chocolate, to Mexican sugar cookies. DLTK's Recipes

Activities. After eating your fill of salsa roja, try some of these fun activities, including the Mexican Hat Dance, Pass the Chili Pepper, and Musical Chairs. (Note: Most of these activities aren't authentic, but are rather traditional kids' party games with a Latin flair). Kaboose

Crafts. What's a fiesta without a pinata? You can buy one at the store, or if you're really ambitious, make your own. Here's how, from Kiddy House. Or make an easy paper flower, or Ojo de Dios (God's Eye).

Information. Why not use the holiday as a way to impart a little information about our neighbor to the south? This site has geographic and cultural information about Mexico. A to Z Kids Stuff

Music. Kids love to sing and dance, and nothing livens up a party like some festive music! Popular songs in Spanish and English from Mama Lisa, with words, music, and sheet music.

Famous People. Teach your kids about some famous Mexicans, including Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Salma Hayek, Pancho Villa, Cesar Chavez, and many more.