Today is Día de Reyes or Three Kings Day! The holiday represents the wise men’s visit to baby Jesus. Also, it marks the end of the Christmas season for many Hispanic families.
In Ecuador, Día de Reyes is seldomly celebrated so it wasn’t until I moved to the United States and had kids when my family started participating in this meaningful celebration. In fact, last night was my children’s first time leaving their shoes outside the door for the wise men to bring them presents!
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10 Bilingual Books for Día de Reyes
Whether you’re passing this tradition onto your children or if it’s your first time celebrating Día de Reyes, the following Three Kings Day bilingual books are going to help you to join this fun celebration that is beloved by many children.
Tres Reyes Magos: Colors – Colores
This is a bilingual book for a toddler. The beautiful illustrations are captivating and the text is entertaining for the little kids.
Un Coquí de Boriquén con los Reyes a Belén
“From Boriquén to Bethlehem: A Coquí and the Three Wise Men” is the story of a magical coquí (a tree frog native to Puerto Rico) who traveled with the Magi to the first Christmas.
The author describes the three kings as very wise and kind characters from the East who didn’t know each other.
Ya llegan los reyes magos / The Three Kings are Here! (Spanish Edition)
This beautifully illustrated poem voices the excitement of Three Kings’ Day from a child’s perspective.
Las estrellas de los Reyes Magos (Spanish Edition)
The story is centered around Benjamin and his grandfather and the meanings behind the Three Kings gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to baby Jesus.
Celebrate Christmas and Three Kings Day with Pablo and Carlitos
Carlitos writes a letter to the Three Kings asking for lots of presents. Later, he decides to write a new letter and gives up some of the things in his wish list in exchange for a bigger gift for his older brother, who is teaching him how to ride a bike and lets him use his own big kids bike.
Los Tres Reyes Magos / The Three Wise Men
Written in both Spanish and English, this book is perfect for families looking to celebrate the richness of their cultural heritage while fostering bilingualism. As children follow the wise men’s journey across deserts and mountains, they learn about the values of faith, generosity, and the joy of giving.
La Flor del Día de los Tres Reyes Magos (Spanish Edition)
Written entirely in Spanish, La Flor del Día de los Tres Reyes Magos is a perfect addition to any home looking to honor Latino holiday traditions and inspire young readers to embrace the values of generosity and love.
Luisito Celebrates Three Kings’ Day, Luisito Celebra El Dia De Los Reyes
This is a charming bilingual story that introduces children to the joy and excitement of Día de Reyes through the eyes of a young boy named Luisito.
Si los Reyes Magos no tuvieran sus camellos
Si los Reyes Magos no tuvieran sus camellos is a delightful and imaginative story that invites children to reimagine the journey of the Three Kings in a fun and creative way.
Carta de los Tres Reyes Magos Free Template
It’s part of the Día de Reyes tradition for children to write a letter to Los Reyes Magos (or their favorite king). On the eve of January 6, the letter is left with their shoes, and hay for the camels to snack on. Here is a free template for a letter to the three kings.
Check out these FREE Printables in Spanish for Día de Reyes
Another tradition of Three Kings Day is eating Rosca. Family and friends get together to cut the rosca or roscón, and the person who finds a miniature baby Jesus in their slice of bread, must make tamales for everyone on Día de la Candelaria, February 2.
Wondering how to make Rosca de Reyes? Check out this recipe!
Día de Reyes is a reminder of how rich and beautiful our culture is. It’s about more than just the gifts; it’s about the spirit of giving, the importance of family, and the preservation of our traditions. This year, as we celebrate Día de Reyes, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to share these special moments with my children, and I look forward to seeing how they will carry these traditions forward in their own lives.
I encourage you to find a moment this January to introduce your own children to the magic of Día de Reyes and to create new memories that will be passed down through generations. Whether it’s through books, special treats, or simply spending time together, this holiday holds so much meaning—especially when we celebrate it as a family.
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