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"El Día de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, is here--a holiday for celebrating the lives of departed family and friends. Altars are decorated with sugar skulls and marigolds. Tamales and sweets are ready to eat. Soon it will be time for picnics, music, and a costume parade! Come join in these joyful and vibrant festivities that are a tradition in Mexico and throughout Latin America"--Dust jacket.
"It's Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and children...
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Explores Mexico's traditional holiday honoring departed ancestors, friends, and family. Each aspect of the multiday festival is discussed, from the journey to the cemeteries to spruce up neglected gravesites to the lively marketplace selling breads and candies in the shapes of skulls and skeletons and finally, the peaceful vigil as friends and families crowd the cemeteries to await the arrival of their loved ones through the long night.
11) Soccer cousins
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When David visits his cousin in Mexico, he not only celebrates the Day of the Dead but he also plays a big part in Miguel's soccer tournament.
14) Day of the dead
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Simple text and photos introduce this important holiday and what some of its most important traditions are.
15) Day of the Dead
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"The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs associated with it. A recipe for champurrado (Mexican drinking chocolate) and instructions to create a skeleton craft are also provided"--Provided by publisher.