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Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mache skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta. From Angel and Doctor to Mariachi and Unicornio each letter of the alphabet has its own special calavera. Come dance with them in this unusual alphabet book inspired by a real Mexican family of artists and the many colorful folk-art traditions surrounding the celebration of the Day of the Dead. Includes a glossary of Spanish words.
6) Mexico
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"This book explores the exciting culture and many festivals that are celebrated in Mexico"--Provided by publisher.
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It's fiesta time! Cinco de Mayo is a fiesta day in Mexico and the United States. It's celebrated on the fifth of May. This colorful holiday honors Mexico's victory over the French army at the Battle of Pueblo in 1862. People march in parades, dance, and set off fireworks. Families enjoy traditional Mexican food and drink. Then they watch people act out the famous battle. Find out more about this joyful celebration of Mexican culture.
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Bright piñatas, colorful costumes, festive parades-colors are everywhere during Cinco de Mayo! This book explores the customs and culture that make Cinco de Mayo a joyous celebration full of color. Crayola ® colors and a reproducible coloring page inspire readers to notice and celebrate the colors of their world.
10) Day of the dead
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"In Day of the Dead, early readers will learn about this Mexican festival and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique celebration"--Provided by the publisher.
11) Day of the Dead
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"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to Day of the Dead through simple, predictable text and related photos"--provided by publisher.
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Christmas is a major holiday celebrated in many different ways from culture to culture, and even from family to family. This book takes readers on a colorful adventure through the way different countries in Latin America celebrate this holiday. The text especially highlights the unique tradition that honors the Three Wise Men and the nine-day celebration that honors Mary and Joseph's search for a place for Jesus to be born. Beautiful, vivid photographs...
13) Cinco de Mayo
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In Mexico and the United States the fifth day of May is celebrated with the colorful holiday Cinco de Mayo. In this celebration of the fiesta day, the traditions and history of the holiday are explained in a clear and festive manner.
14) Mexican heritage
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"Mexican Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Mexico in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Mexican heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning."--Provided by publisher....
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.
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The Day of the Dead is a holiday with an incredible history. The celebrations that became this holiday started more than 3,000 years ago. Today, the Day of the Dead is an important celebration for people throughout Latin America, especially in Mexico. Children will love reading about the many traditions of the holiday and learning how Day of the Dead celebrations have changed over time. Vivid images on each spread encourage young readers to make connections...
17) A family mystery
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Join Miguel and his dog, Dante, as they solve a family mystery.
18) Mexico
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Introduces the history, land, culture and economy of Mexico.
20) Cinco de Mayo
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Cinco de Mayo, or the Fifth of May, honors an important battle fought by the Mexican army in 1862. On this day, people celebrate with Mexican food, music, and dancing. Sing along as you explore Holidays in Rhythm and Rhyme! Includes online music access.
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