The Day of the Dead

Author: Shawn D. Haley
Publisher: Berghahn Books
ISBN: 9781845450830
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
The Day of the Dead is the most important annual celebration in Oaxaca, Mexico. Skillfully combining textual information and photographic imagery, this book begins with a discussion of the people of Oaxaca, their way of life, and their way of looking at the world. It then takes the reader through the celebration from the preparations that can begin months in advance through to the private gatherings in homes and finally to the cemetery where the villagers celebrate together -- both the living and the dead. The voices in the book are of those people who have participated in the Day of the Dead for as long as they can remember. There are no ghosts here. Only the souls of loved ones who have gone to the Village of the Dead and who are allowed to return once a year to be with their family. Very readable and beautifully illustrated, this book provides an extensive discussion of the people of Oaxaca, their way of life and their beliefs, which make the Day of the Dead logical and easily comprehensible.

Day of the Dead in the USA, Second Edition

Author: Regina M Marchi
Publisher: Rutgers University Press
ISBN: 1978821638
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 239

Book Description
Examines how Day of the Dead celebrations among America's Latino communities have changed throughout history, discussing how the traditional celebration has been influenced by mass media, consumer culture, and globalization.

Day of the Dead

Author: Carrie Gleason
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778742791
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
Explores the various traditions associated with All Soul's Day, describing the food, practices, and costumes used to celebrate.

Daniela's Day of the Dead

Author: Lisa Bullard
Publisher: Millbrook Press
ISBN: 1467701211
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28

Book Description
Daniela is preparing for the Day of the Dead—the first one since her grandpa died. She makes an ofrenda with Grandpa's favorite things and toy skeletons. Her family has a party to remember Grandpa.

The Day of the Dead

Author: Déborah Holtz
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
ISBN: 084787267X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 334

Book Description
A tribute to Mexico’s most important holiday, this extraordinary and definitive volume documents the immense creativity displayed by this popular annual celebration. While there have been other books about the Day of the Dead, most are long out of print and aridly academic. This book features both exceptional “traditional” Indigenous material—such as vibrant folk art and crafts, flamboyant costumes and masks, special food and drink—but also a much more funky, modern approach that blends lively music and dance, colorful parades, cutting-edge contemporary street art, and a festive atmosphere that engages all of the senses with handmade altars, flowers, painted skulls, toys, paintings, murals, and other art objects. Featuring hundreds of specially commissioned photographs and voluminous in-depth research, the book is lavishly illustrated and designed with an aesthetic that draws on both traditional material as well as Mexico’s contemporary street art style. Blending visual elements inspired by the country’s pre-Hispanic heritage, European influences, and modern art trends, the book explores the evolution of the Day of the Dead and the special role it plays. This book is the definitive, authentic resource for all things Day of the Dead.

My Family Celebrates Day of the Dead

Author: Lisa Bullard
Publisher: Lerner Publications TM
ISBN: 1728446996
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24

Book Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Day of the Dead is a holiday when families celebrate their loved ones who have died. Learn all about the customs of this holiday with text feature questions. Extend learning with a downloadable reading organizer.

Llewellyn's Little Book of the Day of the Dead

Author: Jaime Gironés
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738762857
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 141

Book Description
Celebrate the revered Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos with this beautiful little book. Packed with activities, recipes, spells, and rituals, this pocket-sized guide is a must-have tool for honoring the sacred dead. Author Jaime Gironés shares authentic ways to respectfully enjoy this holiday, from creating an altar to baking pan de muerto (bread of the dead). Sharing his personal experiences and recommendations, Jaime guides you through the Day of the Dead's origins, history, and modern celebrations. Discover how to build an altar, set out your ancestors' favorite foods, and invite the spirits to a feast. Explore the significance of marigolds, sugar skulls, and monarch butterflies. You'll also learn how to say goodbye when celebrations are over. This book provides everything needed to honor the dead and share your love and abundance with them.

Three day for the dead

Author:
Publisher: hoanggia
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 6

Book Description
Welcome to the mini story for Day of the Dead. In the mini story I will do 3 things. I will make a statement. For example, “I arrived in Guatemala.” When you hear a statement, a sentence, you just say, “Ah,” or, “Oh.” You need to say that. Show that you understand this is not a question. A state- ment is not a question, so when you hear a statement say, “Ah.” For example, “I arrive in Guatemala.” “Ah.” The second thing I will do is ask a question you know the answer to. For example, “Where do I arrive?” I will stop. You say the answer. You must say the answer to every question. I say, “I arrive in Guatemala. Where did I arrive?” You say, “Guatemala.” Easy. And No. 3, I might ask a question you don’t know the answer to. If you don’t know the answer just guess. Say any answer, but you must answer every question. Use your pause button if necessary. Let’s begin. Here we go.

Day of the Dead

Author: Amanda Doering
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9780736853880
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28

Book Description
Provides a brief description of what the Day of the Dead holiday is, how it started, and ways people celebrate it.

Day of the Dead

Author: Linda Lowery
Publisher: Millbrook Press
ISBN: 0822589354
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52

Book Description
The Day of the Dead is a special holiday celebrated in many places like Mexico and parts of the United States to honor people who have died. It's celebrated between October 31 and November 2 and there are costumes, but no one says, "trick-or-treat." There is candy, but this candy is shaped like coffins and skeletons. People picnic in cemeteries, go to parades, set off fireworks, and bake special breads and meals to remember friends and family members who have died. Encourage understanding of diverse cultures. Featuring full-page illustrations, these beautiful editions look at the history and customs associated with various holidays and present early readers with high-interest offerings.