These giant puppets, animated by the dancers who wear them, are called mojigangas (moh-he-GAHN-gahs). In other parts of Mexico, they are sometimes known by names that are variations of giant or doll.

"The Herds" is the latest project from the team behind "Little Amal", a giant puppet of a Syrian girl that toured the world to highlight the plight of refugee children. Next year, the animal ...