The Day of the Dead / El Día de Los Muertos: A Bilingual Celebration

by Bob Barner

Book Overview

Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors in this bilingual introduction to el D a 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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823423816
• ISBN13: 9780823423811
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Holiday House
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 10.8" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3