Books About Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) · 36 titles considered

The Best Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead)

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Día de los Muertos

By Roseanne Greenfield Thong, Carles Ballesteros (Illustrator)

Celebrate life and honor the departed with vibrant Day of the Dead traditions.

32 pages· 384 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 459 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2008

Uncle Monarch and the Day of the Dead

By Judy Goldman, Rene King Moreno (Illustrator)

Lupita discovers the true meaning of Día de Muertos when her uncle can't join the celebration.

32 pages· 1,249 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 48 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

Just a Minute

A surprise guest demands Grandma Beetle leave, but she has a clever plan.

36 pages
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,529 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2018

Día de los Muertos

Discover the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos, honoring ancestors and celebrating life's cycle.

24 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 303 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

A shy ghost named Gustavo tries to make friends by inviting other monsters to a violin concert.

34 pages· 381 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,006 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

Day of the Dead

By Tony Johnston, Jeanette Winter (Illustrator)

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

48 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 227 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2024

The Ofrenda That We Built

Join a family in building an ofrenda, celebrating life and memory on Día de Muertos.

48 pages
4.5/5 Goodreads · 262 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Abuelita's Gift

A girl seeks the perfect gift for her grandmother's spirit on Día de Muertos, discovering true tributes come from the heart.

40 pages
4.5/5 Goodreads · 226 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2012

The Dead Family Diaz

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

40 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 267 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Lou Lou and Pea and the Mural Mystery

Two friends unravel mysteries in their quirky neighborhood during Día de los Muertos.

272 pages· 39,904 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 143 ratings
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Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about dia de los muertos (day of the dead) for the youngest readers and listeners.

La Catrina

Ages 0–4 · 2017

Discover emotions and bilingual words through the vibrant world of Dia de Muertos.

The Day of the Dead / El Día de los Muertos

Ages 2–5 · 2010

Children guide ancestors home for a vibrant Day of the Dead celebration.

Día de Los Muertos

Ages 1–4 · 2022

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with dancing, counting, and playful puppets.

Celebrate the Day of the Dead!
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Celebrate the Day of the Dead!

Ages 2–4 · 2023

Join a family as they celebrate Día de los Muertos, honoring loved ones with vibrant traditions.

Coco

Ages 2–5 · 2017

A boy defies a family ban on music, uncovering secrets in the Land of the Dead.

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Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about dia de los muertos (day of the dead) for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Funny Bones

Ages 6–10 · 2015

Uncover the origins of Día de Muertos skeletons and the artist who defied censorship with humor.

Rosita y Conchita

Ages 6–10 · 2010

Celebrate a sister's memory with a Day of the Dead altar.

I Remember Abuelito

Ages 4–8 · 2007

A girl eagerly awaits her grandfather's spirit on the Day of the Dead.

Calavera Abecedario

Ages 4–7 · 2004

Discover the vibrant world of calaveras, where each letter of the alphabet comes to life.

Our Day of the Dead Celebration

Ages 3–7 · 2022

A family celebrates the Day of the Dead, bridging past and present with stories and traditions.

The Festival of Bones

Ages 4–7 · 2002

Join the skeletons' lively dance in a vibrant Day of the Dead celebration.

Clatter Bash!

Ages 4–8 · 2004

Skeletons rise to celebrate Day of the Dead with music and dance.

Un Barrilete / A Kite for the Day of the Dead
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Un Barrilete / A Kite for the Day of the Dead

Ages 5–9 · 2012

Can Juan honor his grandfather by flying the giant kite alone?

Felipa and the Day of the Dead
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Felipa and the Day of the Dead

Ages 6–8 · 2004

A girl seeks her grandmother's soul during the Day of the Dead.

Daniela's Day of the Dead
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Daniela's Day of the Dead

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A girl honors her late grandpa on the Day of the Dead.

Miguel's Music (Disney/Pixar Coco)

Ages 4–6 · 2017

A boy defies a family ban on music, uncovering secrets in the Land of the Dead.

Day of the Dead

Ages 0–7 · 2014

Discover the vibrant traditions of Dia de los Muertos.

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Dia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about dia de los muertos (day of the dead) for developing and independent readers.

Skeletitos

Ages 2–4 · 2019

Join the Skeletitos for a lively, time-twisting Day of the Dead adventure.

The Day of the Dead Mystery

Ages 7–10 · 2018

Mysterious events threaten a Dia de los Muertos celebration. Can the kids save the day?

Lola's First Day of the Dead

Ages 6–8 · 2023

Lola faces her food fears at a Day of the Dead celebration.

Coco: The Essential Guide

Ages 5–8 · 2017

A boy's quest in the Land of the Dead reveals family secrets.

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