Day Of The Dead Dia De Los Muertos

Explains what All Souls' Day is, describes the rituals and customs practiced on this day in Oaxaca de Juárez, Mexico, and includes photographs of decorated altars, people's homes, food, and gifts that express the sorrow and joy of the festival.

Crayola presents a special bilingual Day of the Dead coloring book in both English and Spanish just in time for Halloween and Día de los Muertos! Discover the traditions families practice on this special day to celebrate their loved ones. The details and traditions of Día de los Muertos are celebrated in this fantastic bilingual coloring book from Crayola. Kids can color and decorate special sugar skulls that represent their families and discover the treats enjoyed during this special tradition. Beautiful illustrations and simple text in both English and Spanish come together in detailed black-and-white art, perfect for coloring. This is a treat that can be enjoyed by the whole family!

Examines how Day of the Dead celebrations among America's Latino communities have changed throughout history, discussing how the traditional celebration has been influenced by mass media, consumer culture, and globalization.

Day of the Dead - El Día de Muertos is a holiday for celebrating the lives of departed family and friends. Altars are decorated with sugar skulls and marigolds. Breads and sweets are ready to eat. After there will be music, dancing and parades! Learn all about the traditions of Day of the Dead - Día de los Muertos with this bilingual book which highlights the customs and traditions of this festive holiday. The festivities are described in brief, easy to read text, presented in both Spanish and English. Come join in these joyful and vibrant festivities that are a tradition in Mexico, the United States, and throughout Latin America. Continue the celebration with 10 bonus pages for children to color on their own!

An ancient spirit grapples with the new spirit of youth and greed for control over the season of the dead. A woman and her lover take a romantic trip to Mexico where she learns that both love and death are more than she believes. And a dead writer discovers an opportunity for the ultimate revenge. Featuring the work of Dru Pagliassotti, Ron Savage, Gerri Leen and others, Dia de los Muertos provides 29 tales based on the days of the dead, that time of year when the dead are permitted to return to walk again amongst the living.

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In this unique work, the authors explore both the historic origins of the Day of the Dead and its colorful present-day celebrations in Mexico and the United States.

The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, may sound a bit scary. However, this enlightening book explains to readers how this special holiday is actually a day of joy as well as remembrance for millions of people in Latin America and the United States. The symbols, customs, and origins of the holiday are discussed in accessible text, while vivid photographs illustrate the presented concepts.