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Hispanic Heritage books for kids
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items Books that remind us of our culture, upbringing and just fun relatable books for kids and even adults to enjoy and read
Join Pepe as he celebrates his Mexican-American heritage by participating in a Hispanic Day parade. Children will delight in seeing many Hispanic cultures proudly honored in this joyous picture book.
Pepe and the Parade: Hispanic Heritage
Paletero Man meets Fry Bread in this vibrant and cheerful ode to plátanos, the star of Dominican cuisine, written by award-winning poet Lissette Norman, illustrated by Sara Palacios, and translated by Kianny N. Antigua.
Plátanos Go with Everything: Bilingual
When a girl is asked where she’s from—where she’s really from—none of her answers seems to be the right one.
Where Are You From? by Méndez, Saied & Kim
A heartfelt picture book based on the author-illustrator's own experiences, about a boy who moves to the U.S. mainland from Puerto Rico and realizes that New York City might have more in common with San Juan than he initially thought.
Coquí in the City
A young girl and her abuela (grandmother) celebrate their home and relationship in this magical story.
Abuela (English Edition with Spanish Phrases)
Gloria is a little girl with a great talent, she can speak both Spanish and English! Every summer she visits Mexico and stays with her grandma. Her grandma teaches her all about Mexican cultures, traditions and gives her new foods to try. She has man...
The Mexiglish Girl / La Chica Mexiglish: Bilingual Children's Book
I actually had this book when I was a little girl!! A collection of traditional Latin-American songs and rhymes, in Spanish and English, with the music included.
Arroz con leche: canciones y ritmos populares
Almost 10 years before Brown vs. Board of Education, Sylvia Mendez and her parents helped end school segregation in California.
Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez's Fight
Meet award-winning engineer and veteran astronaut Ellen Ochoa―once just a girl from Los Angeles, California.
Hispanic Star: Ellen Ochoa
Story of Lola who remembers life back on the island for her school assignment.
Islandborn by Junot Díaz, Leo Espinosa
We Are All Connected is a lyrical picture book that reminds kids to celebrate differences, stand up for each other, and work together to make the world a better place.
We Are All Connected / Todos Estamos Conectados
Frida Kahlo is one of the most famous and celebrated artists who has ever lived. Before she made history with her beautiful paintings and brave spirit, she went through a life-changing accident that would have made many people want to give up. Instea...
The Story of Frida Kahlo: Inspiring Biography
With the English and Spanish text side by side on the page, this bilingual edition of the vibrant picture book celebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer is ideal for bilingual readers as well as Spanish speakers learning English ...
Paletero Man/¡Que Paletero tan Cool! Bilingual
This endearing story stars Maria, a young girl who is now old enough to help her mother make the traditional Christmas tamales. While kneading the masa, she spots her mom's precious ring lying on the table. Just to see what it feels like, she slips i...
Too Many Tamales: Soto, Gary, Martinez, Ed
With whimsical illustrations by Paulette Bogan, Aaron Reynolds has created a hilarious picture book about one rooster's quest for culinary delight.
Chicks and Salsa: Aaron Reynolds, Paulette Bogan
A charming story about a girl who learns a beloved family tradition and the symbolism behind the Mexican flower crown, from two Pura Belpré award-winning creators.
A Crown for Corina by Kemp, Zea & Chavarri
A laugh-out-loud rhyming adventure for kids ages 3-7, packed with fun, mischief, and Spanish words to learn!
The Gato Taco: A Hilarious Rhyming Kids Book