Count up to ten in this bilingual picture book celebrating Dķa de Muertos / Day of the Dead from award-winning author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh From award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes this celebratory bilingual picture book centering on a Dķa de Muertos ofrenda (Day of the Dead altar), constructed annually to honor the memory and welcome the spirit of a loved one. The book uses a counting structure, from one to ten, to focus on family members and their offerings, with a double-gatefold finale that opens to reveal the family gathered around the fully decorated ofrenda with all of their offerings. Included at the back of the book is a brief authors note that lends additional context on the holiday.
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***STARRED REVIEW*** "[ T]his tale will delight readers... A charming concept and holiday bookcount on this one to be a future favorite." * Kirkus * Tonatiuh has created a wonderful counting book that is visually appealing and educational...Written in Spanish and English, it presents many opportunities for readers to learn about the holiday and its rich traditions, as well as to learn counting...A great choice for libraries looking to add holiday or counting books to their collection for younger children. * School Library Journal * Tonatiuhs stylized mixed-media illustrations, inspired by the same pre-Columbian art traditions as his cultural and historical retellings will draw readers in.This clever counting book introduces this important part of Dķa de Muertos celebrations in an accessible and eye-catching format. * Horn Book *
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Count up to ten in this bilingual picture book celebrating Dķa de Muertos / Day of the Dead from award-winning author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh
Duncan Tonatiuh (toh-nah-tee-YOU) is an award-winning author-illustrator whose numerous accolades include the Sibert Medal and the Pura Belpré Award. Duncan is both Mexican and American. His artwork is inspired by Mesoamerican art. His aim is to create images and stories that honor the past, but are relevant to todays people, especially children. He grew up in and currently lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where he celebrates Dķa de Muertos with his wife and children every year. Learn more at duncantonatiuh.com.
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