Dia de Los Muertos Celebration - by Terrilyn M Trejo (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Where are Nacho and Lola off to now!

It's time for Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead, so Nacho and Lola hop in the RV with Tara Trejo to help a friend celebrate. When they arrive, Nacho is nervous about this Hispanic holiday and what it all means. With Lola's guidance, Nacho discovers that it's not scary or spooky at all, but a beautiful holiday to remember deceased loved ones. Join the two pups for The Traveling Tales of Nacho & Lola: Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead, and experience the festive skeletons, delicious foods, and beautifully colored decorations hung all around the town for this special celebration.

Review Quotes

"This picture book offers fun information that will enrich students with knowledge about the food eaten during this celebration, the meaning of the ofrenda (altar) filled with the photos of the deceased to welcome spirits, the type of house décor used, the skeleton costumes people wear, and more...A perfect addition to public and school library shelves to enhance seasonal story times with facts about the Day of the Dead." -Reviewed by Kathia Ibacache from School Library Journal

"This well-crafted story conveys the true meaning of the festival. As an adult reading this book, you will be amazed by this captivating story. These festivities are interpreted symbolically for the young reader and they may learn a few things in the process. Nacho and Lola are adorable pups that are relatable to young children. As a children's story, it educates and allows children to form their own opinions about culture. This is a beautifully illustrated and skillfully written book that offers a child's imagination an entirely new experience. This is a must-read story for youngsters and adults alike." -Reviewed by Angelique Papayannopoulos for Readers' Favorite