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Calavera Abecedario
A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
Jeanette Winter
HarperCollins · Print & ebook · September 1, 2006
Reading lane: Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead
Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mâché skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta.
At a Glance
Why This Clicks
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
Book Details
- Authors
- Jeanette Winter
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- September 1, 2006
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead · Mexico for Kids
- Reading lane
- Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead
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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
Holidays & Celebrations / Other, Religious
About This Book
Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mâché skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta. From the A ngel and D octor to the M ariachi and U nicornio, 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
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