Celebrate Hispanic heritage through the people, places, traditions, and stories that have helped shape America and the world.
Hispanic Heritage Month for Kids takes young readers on an engaging journey through Hispanic and Latino history, culture, music, food, language, and achievement. Beginning with the story behind Hispanic Heritage Month and its September 15 starting date, this accessible guide travels across Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Central America, South America, and Spain.
Along the way, kids will:
• Discover the difference between Hispanic, Latino, Latina, and Latinx
• Explore the Spanish-speaking world and its diverse cultures
• Meet inspiring figures such as Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, Sonia Sotomayor, Roberto Clemente, Frida Kahlo, Celia Cruz, Ellen Ochoa, and Mario Molina
• Learn how salsa, mariachi, merengue, bachata, tango, flamenco, and reggaetón developed
• Explore beloved foods and traditions from across Latin America
• Discover Spanish words already hiding in everyday English
• Learn about immigration, identity, heritage, and Hispanic contributions to American life
• Find practical ideas for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at home or in the classroom
Written especially for curious young readers, this book makes a broad and diverse subject approachable without treating Hispanic and Latino culture as one single experience.
Perfect for independent reading, classroom learning, homeschool studies, cultural heritage projects, and Hispanic Heritage Month activities.
Open the book and discover a vibrant world of history, creativity, courage, and culture worth celebrating all year long.