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This Moment Is Special: A D

by John Parra Publisher: SIMON & SCHUSTER BOOKS YOU

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A day of preparation for Día de los Muertos

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Hardcover New English

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Awards & Recognition

  • Critical praise

    Publishers Weekly starred review praise: “comforting”

    The book is described as “comforting,” attributed to a Publishers Weekly starred review.

AlbakiReads Editorial

A day of preparation for Día de los Muertos

A boy’s preparations for a Day of the Dead celebration provide the thread through this 40-page picture book, moving across the small and significant moments of his day. The holiday setting gives the story a focus on remembrance and celebration, while its child-centered premise connects everyday activity with a cultural tradition. The supplied description offers a clear glimpse of the book’s scope without detailing the individual scenes or how the celebration unfolds.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring stories about Día de los Muertos
  • Families and educators seeking a picture book centered on holiday traditions and remembrance

Themes

Día de los MuertosRemembranceCelebrationEveryday moments

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Book overview

Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this "comforting" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) and "heartfelt...both gentle and profound" (School Library Journal) picture book from Pura Belpr
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