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Reviewed on June 1, 2025 | Holiday Roundup
Gr 2–5—A heartfelt journey through grief, memory, and celebration. Centered on young Cala, the story unfolds during the Day of the Dead as she grapples with the recent loss of her grandfather. What begins as a somber walk through her family's offerings and traditions transforms into a magical and emotional voyage, guided by four symbolic horsemen. Each encounter offers Cala a profound moral lesson—not just about death, but about what it means to live, to feel, and to ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More