Review by School Library Journal Review
PreS-Gr 1--In Skeletown, two young skeleton siblings with large, black, ball-like eyes and orange dot cheeks go through town engaging in various activities that portray the opposites "more" and "less" (más y menos). One skeleton collects a big pile of leaves, while the other stockpiles a small one; one has a big backpack, and the other skeleton has a smaller one. The humorous setting is emphasized by the expressive demeanor of the main characters who are always on the move. Skeletown is filled with an autumnal atmosphere where leaves fly; Mama Skeleton knits an orange sweeter; and the family dog chases a mischievous cat, causing havoc in town. This visually driven narrative has only two Spanish words, "menos" and "más," guiding the plot in an otherwise wordless picture book. The art cleverly uses only three colors--orange, white, and black--providing a creative and striking pictorial rendition. This book highlights the warmth of family life in a town where even the skeleton moon smiles back. VERDICT A picture book about opposites that will charm young children. Read this one in a Halloween story time at the public library or in a preschool classroom.--Kathia Ibacache
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