Calavera Abecedario
A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
HarperCollins · Print & ebook · September 1, 2006
Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mâché skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta.
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- Who it’s for
- An alphabet of lively calaveras makes the Day of the Dead fiesta an inviting seasonal read.
- Themes
- Day of the Dead, Alphabet learning, Family tradition
- Genres
- Day of the Dead Stories, Alphabet Books, US: Hispanic & Latino Stories
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Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mâché skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta. From the Angel and Doctor to the Mariachi and Unicornio, there's a special calavera for each letter of the alphabet. Come dance with them! Includes a glossary of Spanish words and an author's note. - ?Perfect for Halloween reading - A charming cozy seasonal pick
A Festive Alphabet
An alphabet of lively calaveras makes the Day of the Dead fiesta an inviting seasonal read.
Come here for
- Meet a papier-mâché calavera for every letter
- A festive way into Day of the Dead traditions
Expect
- Alphabet-book structure, from Ángel and Doctor to Mariachi and Unicornio
- A Spanish-word glossary and author's note
Where it sits
| Alphabet Books | 58% |
|---|---|
| Day of the Dead Stories | 56% |
| US: Hispanic & Latino Stories | 55% |
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Publisher categories
- Art & Architecture
- Alphabet Books
- Word Books
- US: Hispanic & Latino Stories
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- Family Stories
- Holiday & Celebration Stories
- Halloween Stories
- Religious Holiday Stories
- Authors
- Jeanette Winter
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- September 1, 2006
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Day of the Dead · Alphabet learning · Family tradition
- Reading lane
- Art & Architecture