Baby's First Day of the Dead

Author DK
Perfect for story time, this first board book introduces babies and toddlers to the colorful Mexican festival of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos).

From sugar skulls and sparkly skeleton costumes to sweet tasting pan de muerto bread and altars adorned with marigold flowers, all the elements of this fun festival are included. This classic first picture book for babies and toddlers has simple language and engaging, real life photos that bring out the warmth and joyous nature of the Day of the Dead festival.

The book is clear and easy for babies and toddlers to follow, with one main image per page they can focus on, while the short text is enjoyable to read aloud and share with young children. Specially made for little hands, this hard-wearing board book has a soft padded cover and safe rounded corners. Babies and toddlers will soon be turning the pages themselves, naming objects, joining in with the text, and learning all about this joyous festival that celebrates the living and the dead.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Perfect for story time, this first board book introduces babies and toddlers to the colorful Mexican festival of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos).

From sugar skulls and sparkly skeleton costumes to sweet tasting pan de muerto bread and altars adorned with marigold flowers, all the elements of this fun festival are included. This classic first picture book for babies and toddlers has simple language and engaging, real life photos that bring out the warmth and joyous nature of the Day of the Dead festival.

The book is clear and easy for babies and toddlers to follow, with one main image per page they can focus on, while the short text is enjoyable to read aloud and share with young children. Specially made for little hands, this hard-wearing board book has a soft padded cover and safe rounded corners. Babies and toddlers will soon be turning the pages themselves, naming objects, joining in with the text, and learning all about this joyous festival that celebrates the living and the dead.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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