Roseanne Greenfield Thong was born in California, but lived abroad for 18 years (Hong Kong, Taiwan, Guatemala and Mexico). Her multicultural children’s books have received international recognition in the Hispanic and Asian communities. Her book, Green Is a Chile Pepper was a 2015 Pura Belpre honor book.Carles Ballesteros was born near Barcelona, Spain. He now lives in Chile, where he teaches art classes and illustrates picture books and greeting cards.
Ballesteros's vibrant and child-friendly art bursts off the page,
sometimes overcrowding the tableau in a way that marries well with
the partylike atmosphere...A jovial primer on the Latin American
holiday for the uninitiated and a fiesta for those who already
partake.--School Library Journal
Spanish words are so seamlessly woven throughout the text that
readers unfamiliar with the terms will easily grasp their meanings
through context and accompanying illustrations...A great choice for
readers who celebrate the holiday and those wanting to learn more
about it.--Booklist Online
STARRED REVIEW! Thong once again proves her mastery at creating a
multicultural picture-book text that engages all readers...The
rhyme is rhythmic and effortless, making it a delightful
read-aloud...This enchanting presentation of the Dia de los Muertos
holiday will resonate with both those who are new to its traditions
and those who have been celebrating for generations.--Kirkus
Reviews starred review
Thong smoothly incorporates Spanish words into her playful verse:
'We share in the foods that our guests loved to eat--/ fresh fruit
and tamales, a holiday treat.'--Publishers Weekly
2015 Gelett Burgess Children's Book Award: Multicultural
Celebrations
Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2016--CBC/NCSS
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