El dia de los muertos / The Day of the Dead

El dia de los muertos / The Day of the Dead by Barner, Bob. Hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780823422142.

Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors on this vibrant holiday. They offer marigolds, sugar skulls, and special bread, and make delicious foods. By spreading marigold petals, they guide the dead home to join the festivities. Finally, after singing and dancing, its time for bed. Bob Barners luscious collages incorporate the traditional symbols of Day of the Dead. His poetic text is both English and Spanish. An authors note provides additional information on the holiday.