Da de Muertos: Nmeros: A Day of the Dead Counting Book

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From award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes this celebratory bilingual picture book centering on a Da de Muertos ofrenda (Day of the Dead altar), constructed annually to honor the memory and welcome the spirit of a loved one. The book uses a counting structure, from one to ten, to focus on family members and their offerings, with a double-gatefold finale opening to reveal the family gathered around the fully decorated ofrenda with all of their offerings. Included at the back of the book is a brief authors note that lends additional context on the holiday.

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***STARRED REVIEW***
"[T]his tale will delight readers... A charming concept and holiday bookcount on this one to be a future favorite."

* Kirkus *
Tonatiuh has created a wonderful counting book that is visually appealing and educational...Written in Spanish and English, it presents many opportunities for readers to learn about the holiday and its rich traditions, as well as to learn counting...A great choice for libraries looking to add holiday or counting books to their collection for younger children. * School Library Journal *
Tonatiuhs stylized mixed-media illustrations, inspired by the same pre-Columbian art traditions as his cultural and historical retellings will draw readers in.This clever counting book introduces this important part of Da de Muertos celebrations in an accessible and eye-catching format. * Horn Book *

Author Bio

Duncan Tonatiuh (toh-nah-tee-YOU) is an award-winning author-illustrator whose numerous accolades include the Sibert Medal and the Pura Belpr Award. Duncan is both Mexican and American. His artwork is inspired by Mesoamerican art. His aim is to create images and stories that honor the past, but are relevant to todays people, especially children. He grew up in and currently lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where he celebrates Da de Muertos with his wife and children every year. Learn more at duncantonatiuh.com.

Duncan Tonatiuh es un galardonado autor e ilustrador. Ha recibido mltiples premios, entre ellos la medalla Sibert y el Premio Pura Belpr. Duncan es mexicano y estadounidense. Sus ilustraciones se inspiran en el arte mesoamericano. l creci en San Miguel de Allende, Mxico donde actualmente vive y celebra el Da de Muertos con su esposa e hijos todos los aos. Aprende ms en ducantonatiuh.com.