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Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors in this bilingual introduction to el Día de los Muertos– the Day of the Dead!
They prepare offerings of flowers, sugar skulls, and special bread, and make delicious foods to eat and share. By spreading marigold petals, they guide the dead home to join the festivities. After hours of singing, dancing, and reminiscing, it’s time for bed.
The festivities are described in brief, lyrical text, presented in both Spanish and English. An author’s note provides more detail on the holiday, its historical context, and the inspiration behind the artwork.
Bob Barner’s signature collages incorporate the traditional Day of the Dead symbols and bright, bold colors to evoke the joyful atmosphere of this vibrant holiday.
Celebrate our ancestors on the Day of the Dead / Honremos a los antepasados en el Día de los Muertos!
Publisher : Holiday House
Publication date : June 1, 2011
Edition : Bilingual
Language : English
Print length : 32 pages
ISBN-10 : 0823423816
ISBN-13 : 978-0823423811
Item Weight : 5.6 ounces
Reading age : 4 – 7 years, from customers
Dimensions : 10.75 x 0.1 x 9.46 inches
Grade level : Preschool – 3
Lexile measure : AD530L
Customers say
Customers find the book’s illustrations colorful and cute, and appreciate its bilingual text that makes it easy to read. The story receives positive feedback for being simple, with one customer noting it provides a good understanding of Mexican traditions. Customers consider it a great book for children. The material quality receives mixed reviews, with one customer finding it not great.
