A very fun counting book where a cute grandma outwits senor calavera in order to prepare for and celebrate her birthday. Bright colors and playful perspectives give this book a joyful quality. ( )

This book would be good for primary aged students. This book goes through the Latino culture of Grandma Beetle and the things she has to do before she goes with Senor Calavera. Before she goes the book goes through the things that she has to do in counting order in both Spanish and English. This book would be good to use in the classroom as a bilingual read aloud. ( )

A great translingual counting book for young students up to first grade. It reads in English, but can be used to tach some Spanish words to nonnative speakers as well. It was aquick, fun read, and the illustrations enhance the writing.

Summary: a grandma prepares for her birthday celebration with her family and Senor Calavera arrives at her door. She delays her final days deliberately to spend time with her family.

I love seeing opportunities for math in literature because I think it makes it so much more approachable. This is a great kinder, colorful read. ( )