Da de los Muertos

(Board book)

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Learn all about the traditions of Da de los Muertos with this second book in the brand-new board book series Celebrate the World, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.

At the end of October each year, its time to celebrate an ancient tradition: Da de los Muertos! With vibrant illustrations by Golden Globewinning Mexican illustrator Jorge Gutierrez, this festive board book teaches that Da de los Muertos honors ancestors and loved ones who have passed. From sugar skulls to papel picado, this is a holiday that truly commemorates the cycle of life.

Author Bio

Hannah Eliot is a childrens book editor who lives in Manhattan, New York. Her favorite activities include editing (of course), writing, painting, and doodling all over every piece of notebook paper she uses.

Jorge R. Gutierrez is a Mexican animator, painter, writer, and director who, along with his wife, Sandra Equihua, created the multiple Annie and Emmy Awardwinning animated television seriesEl Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Riverafor Nickelodeon. Born in Mexico City and raised in Tijuana, Gutierrez has completed various films, cartoons, illustrations, and paintings exploring his love affair with Mexican pop and folk culture. He won two Annie Awards (Best TV Animated show & Best TV Character Design) and one Emmy Award (Best TV Character Design) forEl Tigre. He was also nominated for an Annie for DisneysThe Buzz on Maggie.Most recently, he cowrote and directed the animated featureThe Book of Life,which earned him a 2014 Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Animated Feature Film.