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An Ofrenda for Perro

By Judith Valdés B, Illustrated by Carlos Vélez Aguilera

$18.99 US / $25.99 CAN

Losing a pet is hard, but this picture book told through a Day of the Dead celebration will show readers that the love they have for their beloved companion will always remain.

Benito loves Perro. But when Perro passes away, Benito is heartbroken. During the Day of the Dead celebration, he tries to understand the meaning of the flores de cempasuchil, candles, pan de muertos, photographs, and sharing memories of departed loved ones. By creating his own special altar for Perro, he realizes that his love for his beloved companion, and the happiness Perro gave him, will always remain.

Told with honesty and hope, this heartfelt book is the perfect story for any child coping with loss, and for those who celebrate-or want to learn more about–Día de los Muertos.

 

*2024 NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book*

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Book Details

ISBN9781499813876
Page Count32
FormatHardcover
SubformatPicture Book
Trim size8.25 x 9.75
Age range4 to 8
Publication dateSeptember 5th, 2023
Publication seasonFall 2023

Author/Illustrator Bio

  • Judith Valdés B is a Mexican-American writer and illustrator who holds degrees in Illustration (BFA), Business Administration (BA), and International Affairs (MA). She is a Children's Book Academy graduate, as well as a student at the Institute of Children's Literature. Born in Sinaloa, Mexico, she has lived in five countries across three continents and currently lives in Bangkok, Thailand with her husband and their three children. Find out more about Judith at judithvaldesb.com.
  • Carlos Vélez Aguilera is an illustrator based in Mexico City, Mexico. He graduated from the National School of Plastic Arts and has illustrated more than twenty children's books including his graphic novel Salón Destino.

Product Description

Losing a pet is hard, but this picture book told through a Day of the Dead celebration will show readers that the love they have for their beloved companion will always remain.

Benito loves Perro. But when Perro passes away, Benito is heartbroken. During the Day of the Dead celebration, he tries to understand the meaning of the flores de cempasuchil, candles, pan de muertos, photographs, and sharing memories of departed loved ones. By creating his own special altar for Perro, he realizes that his love for his beloved companion, and the happiness Perro gave him, will always remain.

Told with honesty and hope, this heartfelt book is the perfect story for any child coping with loss, and for those who celebrate-or want to learn more about–Día de los Muertos.

 

*2024 NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book*

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