The Dead Family Diaz

Written by P.J. Bracegirdle · Illustrated by Poly Bernatene

A skeleton boy fears the living until a surprising friendship changes everything.

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·3.9/5 Goodreads · 267 ratings

40 pages· AD690L

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Bookroo's summary

In the Land of the Dead, Angelito dreads meeting the Living, thanks to his sister's tales of their bulgy eyes and squishy skin. When he gets lost among them, his fears seem justified—until he befriends a boy equally scared of skeletons. But when Angelito discovers his new friend is alive, he flees in terror. Can the Day of the Dead traditions bridge their worlds and fears, leading to unexpected holiday fun? This vibrant tale of facing fears and embracing differences promises a delightful adventure for young readers.

From the publisher

A fresh, funny take on the Day of the Dead that’s packed with kid appeal! Every skeleton in the Land of the Dead is excited to celebrate el Día de los Muertos with the Living. But not Angelito. His big sister has told him all about their horrifying bulgy eyes and squishy skin. So when Angelito is separated from his family in the Land of the Living, he’s petrified—until he makes a new friend who is just as terrified of THEM as Angelito is. Then his new buddy turns out to be (gulp!) a living boy! Angelito runs as fast as his bony feet can carry him. Fortunately the traditions of the Day of the Dead reunite the two boys, just in time for some holiday fun. Full of wild, Tim Burton-esque art, this clever tale is sure to become un libro favorito for the Day of the Dead, Halloween season, and beyond.

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