Washoe County Library System

Introduces the holiday, Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, and describes how it is celebrated in Mexico and in the United States.

Counts from one to ten while presenting popular Day of the Dead activities and objects, as it is celebrated in Mexico and throughout the world.

Discusses the history of All Souls' Day and how it is celebrated.

"Help your little ones find all the special items they need to place on their Day of the Dead ofrenda! To remember is to never forget! Day of the Dead, or Día de Los Muertos, has finally arrived. Can you find your way to your family’s ofrenda? Using seemingly everyday items, like shoes from Abuelito’s closet and seeds from Mamá’s kitchen, you will collect them one-by-one to organize your ofrenda. Our search-and-find book will let little...

"Losing a pet is hard, but this picture book told through a Day of the Dead celebration will show readers that the love they have for their beloved companion will always remain. Benito loves Perro. But when Perro passes away, Benito is heartbroken. During the Day of the Dead celebration, he tries to understand the meaning of the flores de cempasuchil, candles, pan de muertos, photographs, and sharing memories of departed loved ones. By creating his...

"Catrina, a Mexican skeleton, searches for just the right outfit to wear to a Day of the Dead dance in this bilingual picture book for children ages 5-8"--

Contains color photographs and text that look at how the Day of the Dead is celebrated in Mexico City, Mixquic, and Morelos. Presented in English and Spanish.