Name: This Moment Is Special
ISBN: 9781665948241

At a Glance

Who It's For

Good for readers interested in family traditions and Día de Muertos celebrations

Book Details

Authors: John Parra
Publisher: A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books
Published: July 15, 2025
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead · Stories Set in Mexico
Reading lane: Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead

Affinity

Publisher Categories

Family Stories
Holidays & Celebrations / Day of the Dead
Values & Virtues

About This Book

Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this “comforting” ( Publishers Weekly , starred review) and “heartfelt…both gentle and profound” ( School Library Journal ) picture book from Pura Belpré Honor–winning author-illustrator John Parra. A single day in a boy’s life is filled with family, love, and inspiration as he prepares for the Día de Muertos celebration and remembers that all moments are special. Each...

Read full description

Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this “comforting” ( Publishers Weekly , starred review) and “heartfelt…both gentle and profound” ( School Library Journal ) picture book from Pura Belpré Honor–winning author-illustrator John Parra. A single day in a boy’s life is filled with family, love, and inspiration as he prepares for the Día de Muertos celebration and remembers that all moments are special. Each moment reminds us of our family and those who have gone before us. Today holds a special promise, u na promesa especial.

Similar Books