Day of the Dead

By Tony Johnston, Jeanette Winter (Illustrator)

A family prepares to welcome spirits during Mexico's Day of the Dead.

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 227 ratings

48 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a vibrant Mexican town, a family readies for El día de los muertos, the Day of the Dead. As night falls, they join neighbors in a heartfelt journey to the graveyard, inviting the spirits of loved ones to return. This enchanting tale, rich with cultural traditions and Spanish phrases, offers a glimpse into a celebration of life and memory. What stories will the night reveal as the living and the departed reunite?

From the publisher

Above a small town in Mexico, the sun rises like a great marigold, and one family begins preparations for an annual celebration, El día de los muertos, the Day of the Dead. Soon they will go out into the night, join their neighbors, and walk to the graveyard to welcome the spirits of their loved ones home again. Framed by decorative borders and peppered with Spanish words, Day of the Dead is a glorious introduction to a fascinating celebration. A note at the end of the book provides factual information about the holiday.

At a glance

Format: Paperback
Pages: 48
Reading age: 4–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 540L

Themes & topics

Books about Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)Books about holidays Books about Mexico

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.3

out of 7

5.5

“While the story is fun, it's also simple. I think it's the colorful illustrations that really make this a great Day of the Dead title. Little kids will enjoy the anticipation the children in the experience as they watch all of the preparations building to the celebration and are finally able to enjoy all of the yummy food and treats.”

The Goodfather

Trusted reviewer

5.0

“This story follows two little children as they anticipate each of the exciting moments of the celebration of the Day of the Dead. They want to sneak a taste of this and a peak of that as their parents, and aunts and uncles prepare the food and activities. A fun and enlightening part of the book is the use of Spanish words. The English definition is included in a tactful way.”

Mom of Boys

Trusted reviewer

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