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Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book

Jeanette Winter

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.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Clarion Books
  • Publish Date: Sep 1st, 2006
  • Pages: 48
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.24in - 8.00in - 0.21in - 0.38lb
  • EAN: 9780152059064
  • Recommended age: 04-07
  • Categories: Holidays & Celebrations - Other, ReligiousConcepts - AlphabetHispanic & Latino

About the Author

Winter, Jeanette: -

JEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many books for children, including MAMA, The Librarian of Basra, Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book, My Name Is Georgia, and Josefina. She lives in New York City.

Winter, Jeanette: -

JEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many books for children, including MAMA, The Librarian of Basra, Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book, My Name Is Georgia, and Josefina. She lives in New York City.

Praise for this book

"Visually exciting."--Kirkus Reviews
"This striking celebration of an intriguing tradition will be welcomed by teachers, librarians, and Mexican American families."--Booklist