This blog was developed as a resource for teachers who are looking to incorporate high quality and award winning trade books into their social studies curriculum. I have compiled and cited various reviews on these books, and additionally have listed online resources that will help teachers use these books for instructional purposes.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
Written and Illustrated by: Jeanette Winter
"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 ABC 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 and an author's note."
Publishers Synopsis
Web Resources:
http://www.azcentral.com/ent/dead/articles/dead-education.html
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