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Día de los Muertos

Wondering what Día de los Muertos is all about? How is it different from Halloween? Start with these titles to learn more about this traditional Mexican holiday.

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  • The Latino Holiday Book

    From Cinco De Mayo to Dia De Los Muertos-- the Celebrations and Traditions of Hispanic-Americans

    Menard, Valerie
    A useful and educational guide for anyone who wants to learn about the holidays and festivals commonly celebrated throughout Latin America, including Día de los Muertos.
    Book, 2000New York : Marlowe & Co. ; [Berkeley, CA] : Distributed by Publishers Group West, c2000 — 394.26089 MENARD
  • Learn how Día de los Muertos can encompass various traditions depending on the region.
    Book, 2022North Mankato, Minnesota : Pebble, a Capstone imprint, [2022] — J394.266 SALAZAR
  • This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the story of a little girl and her beloved grandmother. Readers will learn about Remembering Day, known today as Día de los Muertos.
    Book, 2015Houston, TX : Piñata Books/Arte Público Press, [2015] — Sp JPB MORA,P
  • Celebrating Día De Los Muertos

    History, Traditions, and Activities : a Holiday Book for Kids

    Stuart-Campbell, Melanie,
    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.
    Book, 2021Emeryville, CA ; Rockridge Press, [2021] — J394.264 STUART-CAMPBELL
  • This picture book presents the bright decorations, twinkling lights and delicious foods associated with this day.
    Picture Book, 2015Chicago, Illinois : Albert Whitman & Company, 2015 — JPB THONG,R
  • This book discusses All Soul's Day and how it ties in to Día de los Muertos.
    Book, 2006Chanhassen, Minn. : Child's World, c2006 — J394.266 HEINRICHS
  • Day of the Dead may sound like a sad holiday, but it is actually a special time to remember loved ones and to celebrate life. This book for young readers includes informative sidebars, a glossary and included activities and poetry.
    Book, 2022Mankato, MN : The Child's World, [2022] — J394.266 HEINRICHS
  • The Day of the Dead

    El Día De Los Muertos

    Barner, Bob,
    This lively and colorful board book portrays children preparing offerings of flowers, sugar skulls and special bread for their loved ones.
    Board Book, 2019New York : Holiday House, [2019] — Sp JBB BARNER,B
  • This board book introduces Día de los Muertos for the youngest of readers. The illustrations are warm and inviting, reflective of the true sentiment of this holiday.
    Board Book, 2018New York : Little Simon, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division, 2018 — JBB ELIOT,H
  • In Spanish, calaca means skeleton. This bilingual picture book presents a friendly skeleton family, perfect for families wishing to introduce their little ones to Spanish vocabulary.
    Book, 2013El Paso, TX : Cinco Puntos Press, [2013] — Sp JPB WEILL,C