Although Los Gatos Black on Halloween is not my favorite book I've read for this class, I do think it is a fun book that could be very beneficial to young students in a classroom. It approaches a much loved holiday by children, Halloween, from a totoally different standpoint that many students may be accustomed to. The Mexican culture celebrates "Day of the Dead" and this book is about monsters who throw a ball in the Haunted Hall. Once again, this book brings Spanish words into the text and offers a glossary at the end. I think what is important to realize in relation to this book is that "Day of the Dead" is a real celebration that people take part in and it is celebrated with honor and respect. This is not done just for fun, but to actually honor the dead. I think the book is tastefully done and not any scarier than other books that have monsters and ghosts, etc. I love the artwork and the fact that the story is written in a poem format takes away the edge of being too scary. I think children would really get into this book and would show once again that there is more than one way to celebrate Halloween.
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