Día de los Muertos!
Check out these books to learn about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)!
Celebrate the Day of the Dead!
De Anda, Diane, author
2023
Introducing little ones to he Day of the Dead--a day to remember loved ones who are no longer with us-- this vibrant board book follows siblings Cristina and Carlos as they prepare for the celebration with their family.
Celebrating Día de los Muertos : history, traditions, and activities
Stuart-Campbell, Melanie, author.
2021
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday that celebrates loved ones who have passed on. This engaging book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of Día de los Muertos and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities. A variety of activities: from baking pan de muerto (or "bread of the dead") to creating paper marigold flowers, kids can explore hands-on ways to get festive. Fun facts and illustrations: colorful pictures and thought-provoking facts help kids discover new things about Día de los Muertos. Celebratory traditions: kids will learn how Día de los Muertos is celebrated across the world, with parades, storytelling, music, and food.
Chicano Jr.'s day of the dead adventure
Jiménez, Raúl, author
2020
"Travel back to Mexico with Chicano Jr, and his family to learn about the symbolism and history of Day of the Dead." --Back cover.
Coco
2018
Despite his family's baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector, and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history.
Coco
2020
When Miguel defies the family rule and tries to become a musician, he is lost in the land of the dead and must receive a blessing from one of his dead family members in order to return to the land of the living.
Day of the Dead = Día de los Muertos
Boan, Marisa, author
2021
"Day of the Dead - El D??a de los Muertos is a holiday for celebrating the lives of departed family and friends. Altars are decorated with sugar skulls and marigolds. Breads and sweets are ready to eat. After there will be music, dancing and parades! Learn all about the traditions of Day of the Dead - D??a de los Muertos with this bilingual book which highlights the customs and traditions of this festive holiday. The festivities are described in brief, easy to read text, presented in both Spanish and English. Come join in these joyful and vibrant festivities that are a tradition in Mexico, the United States, and throughout Latin America" -- Provided by publisher.
The Day of the dead = El Día de los muertos
Barner, Bob, author
2019
With sugar skulls, sweet-smelling marigold petals and joyful songs, Hispanic families welcome back ancestors on this holiday.
Day of the Dead
Dittmer, Lori, author
2020
"A kindergarten-level introduction to the Day of the Dead, covering the holiday's history, popular traditions, and such defining symbols as marigolds and skulls"-- Provided by publisher.
Day of the dead
Oviedo, Claudia, author
2023
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Day of the Dead, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including setting up altars, making sugar skulls and papel picado, and visiting cemeteries and graves of loved ones, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. A Take a Look! infographic features common altar offerings, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Day of the Dead using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Day of the Dead also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Día de los Muertos
Pajaro, Rosie, author
2022
"On Día de los Muertos we dance and decorate! Come along and let's count all the ways we celebrate!"--Back cover.
Día de muertos : a papel picado lift-the-flap book
Elys, Dori, author.
2023
"With vibrant illustrations and flaps die-cut to look like papel picado, the intricately designed sheets of tissue paper, this joyful board book teaches young ones how to honor loved ones around us and those who have passed on."--Publisher marketing.
Día de Muertos números = A Day of the Dead counting book
Tonatiuh, Duncan, author, illustrator.
2023
"Count up to ten in this bilingual picture book celebrating Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead from . . . author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh"--Provided by publisher.
Gustavo, the shy ghost
Drago, Flavia Z., author
2020
Gustavo is good at doing all sorts of ghostly things: walking through walls, making objects fly, and glowing in the dark. And he loves almost nothing more than playing beautiful music on his violin. But Gustavo is shy, and some things are harder for him to do, like getting in a line to buy eye scream or making friends with other monsters. Whenever he tries getting close to them, he realizes they just can't see him. Now that the Day of the Dead is fast approaching, what can he do to make them notice him and to share with them something he loves?
Huesos : a bilingual literary calaverita
San Vicente, Luis, author
2023
Huesos is Abuelo's four-legged travieso, a rambunctious troublemaker with a constant ball of energy and a big bite. Nothing and no one is safe from Huesos' mischief and chomping teeth, from Grandpa's slippers to the neighborhood's mailman. Until on day, Calaca Pascuala knocks on his door and takes him on a journey through the afterworld. But even there, Huesos can't contain himself. Will he be able to knock, tumble, and chew his way back to Grandpa, or will he begin to create new forms of chaos from beyond the grave?
La Catrina : emotions = emociones
Rodríguez, Patty, author.
2017
"Inspired by one of the most recognized symbols of Dia de Muertos or "Day of the Dead," a holiday that celebrates life and remembers te dearly departed, this books will introduce little ones to emotional expressions and their first English and Spanish words"--Page 4 of cover.
Little monster, what pan dulce do you want? = Monstruito, ¿Qué pan dulce quieres?
Esparza, Ana C., author, artist.
2022
Little monster, do you want a pan dulce? What about a beso? Maybe a concha or an oreja? A gaggle of little monsters politely decline the narrator's offerings, floating and swirling and twirling away when it's not the pan dulce they are craving for tonight's spooky festivities. It takes a few tries for the narrator to finally guess right - just in time to celebrate the end of Halloween and the beginnings of Dia de Muertos.
My family : celebrating the Day of the Dead = Mi familia : celebrando el Dia de los Muertos
Tamaddon, Anahita, author, illustrator
2022
Seven-year-old Valentina and her loving family introduce little readers to Valentina's favorite celebration of the year: the Day of the Dead. Together with her family she visits the cemetery, decorates her home, bakes pan de muerto, listens to her grandfather's singing, and goes to festivals with her sister Sofia. But the most important part of the celebration for Valentina is when her family shares stories about her great-grandparents over dinner. She loves those stories because family is everything.
An ofrenda for Perro
Valdés B., Judith, author.
2023
"Benito loves Perro. But when Perro passes away, Benito is heartbroken. During the Day of the Dead celebration, he tries to understand the meaning of the flores de cempasuchil, candles, pan de muertos, photographs, and sharing memories of departed loved ones. By creating his own special altar for Perro, he realizes that his love for his beloved companion, and the happiness Perro gave him, will always remain. Told with honesty and hope, this heartfelt book is the perfect story for any child coping with loss, and for those who celebrate--or want to learn more about--Día de los Muertos."-- Provided by publisher.
Our Day of the Dead celebration
Aranda, Ana, author, illustrator
2022
A family honors their living and dead relatives as they celebrate the Day of the Dead with shared food and stories.
Remembering
González, Xelena, author
2023
"On Día de los Muertos, a family prepares an ofrenda for their favorite furry family member, remembering all the ways that their beloved pet brought love and comfort to their lives"-- Provided by publisher.
Skeletitos : make every moment count
Jaramillo, Susie, author.
2017
Presents an English language version of a traditional Latin American song about skeletons rising from the grave on each hour, with art inspired by the famous Mexican "calavera" woodcut prints.