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“In this vibrant fictional world, there are near-infinite details, references, and jokes to notice on every bursting-with-life spread; every Halloween costume, every altar and ofrenda. Spanish is naturally incorporated. A glossary and a Día de los Muertos activity are appended.”

– Horn Book, Starred Review

“A colorful exploration of Halloween and Día de los Muertos. Raúl the Third masterfully incorporates Spanish phrases throughout the narrative, making it accessible for readers to pick up new words through context clues. The illustrations burst with energy and charm. Every page is a feast for the eyes. A must-read.”

– School Library Journal, Starred Review

¡Vamos! Let’s Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos

Written by Raúl the Third
Illustrated by Raúl the Third
Published by Versify

Little Lobo is celebrating two big holidays this fall!

On Halloween, Little Lobo and his friends dress up in costumes, trick-or-treat for candy, and share spooky stories. Then everyone in the town prepares food, drinks, and other gifts and decorates the cemetery with ofrendas so they can enjoy Día de los Muertos with the spirits of the people they love. Join Little Lobo and his friends as they celebrate!

Full of easy-to-remember Spanish vocabulary and packed with cultural details, this colorful story of two fall holidays brings the celebrations of this border town to readers everywhere!

Primary ISBN: 9780063277137
Publication Date: July 2024
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older

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Setting: US/Mexican Border Crossing

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country, Immigrant

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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