Examines how All Soul's Day is celebrated in the Latin American culture, describing the history and traditions that allow individuals to pay respect to loved ones who have passed away.
Examines the traditions and celebrations occurring around the world on Halloween, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day, festival days at the end of October and beginning of November that bring fire and mystery to the onset of winter.
In the Andes Mountains, Felipa misses her grandmother Abuelita, and goes in search of her soul, only to find the celebrations of the Day of the Dead to be the perfect way to feel close to Abuelita again.
Explores the history and modern-day observances of the Day of the Dead in Mexico, a holiday celebrated in early November with feasting, cleaning and decorating graves, dancing, and making music.
Describes the Day of the Dead, an important holiday in Mexico. On this day relatives and friends who have died are honored and their spiritual return to earth to share a feast with the living is celebrated.
Provides information about Day of the Dead, a holiday on which Mexican families remember people who have died, discussing the origins, symbols, and traditions associated with the annual celebration.