Day of the Dead

The Day of the Dead is a special holiday celebrated in many places like Mexico and parts of the United States to honor people who have died. It's celebrated between October 31 and November 2 and there are costumes, but no one says, "trick-or-treat." There is candy, but this candy is shaped like coffins and skeletons. People picnic in cemeteries, go to parades, set off fireworks, and bake special breads and meals to remember friends and family members who have died.

Encourage understanding of diverse cultures. Featuring full-page illustrations, these beautiful editions look at the history and customs associated with various holidays and present early readers with high-interest offerings.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: First Avenue Editions (Tm)
Published: 08/01/2003
ISBN: 9781575055817
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.23lbs
Size: 8.55h x 5.90w x 0.20d

Review Citations: Poder Hispanic 09/01/2003 pg. 88
PW Notes and Reprints 11/03/2003 pg. 76
School Library Journal 11/01/2003 pg. 127
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2003 pg. 131 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2004 pg. 131 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Publishers Weekly 11/03/2003
School Library Journal 10/01/2004

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 77058 / Day of the Dead
Reading Level: 3.7 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5