Día de Muertos: Números

Name: Día de Muertos: Números
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419764462
Price: 29.99 NZD
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A Day of the Dead Counting Book

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Summary

Día de Muertos: Números is a vibrant children's book celebrating the Day of the Dead, designed to introduce young readers to basic numbers. Through vivid illustrations and engaging text, it explores the rich cultural traditions of this festive holiday while providing an educational experience in counting.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a vibrant and educational introduction to both numbers and the Día de Muertos celebration. It offers a playful way to engage young children with counting while exploring Mexican culture and traditions.

Description

From award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes this celebratory bilingual picture book centring on a Día de Muertos ofrenda (Day of the Dead altar), constructed annually to honour the memory and welcome the spirit of a loved one.

Día de Muertos: Números uses a counting structure, from one to ten, to focus on family members and their offerings. The book features 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 author’s note that provides additional context on the holiday.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Día de Muertos: Números is widely praised for its enchanting retelling of Día de Muertos traditions through a clever and visually appealing counting format. Reviewers commend its bilingual approach in Spanish and English, making it both educational and culturally enlightening. The book’s mixed-media illustrations, inspired by pre-Columbian art, add an engaging and accessible dimension that captivates young readers, making it a highly recommended addition for learning about holidays and numbers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419764462

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Appleseed

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

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Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Duncan Tonatiuh (toh-nah-tee-YOU) is an award-winning author-illustrator whose numerous accolades include the Sibert Medal and the Pura Belpré 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 today’s people, especially children. He grew up in and currently lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where he celebrates Día de Muertos with his wife and children every year. Learn more at duncantonatiuh.com.

Duncan Tonatiuh es un galardonado autor e ilustrador. Ha recibido múltiples premios, entre ellos la medalla Sibert y el Premio Pura Belpré. Duncan es mexicano y estadounidense. Sus ilustraciones se inspiran en el arte mesoamericano. Él creció en San Miguel de Allende, México donde actualmente vive y celebra el Día de Muertos con su esposa e hijos todos los años. Aprende más en ducantonatiuh.com.