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Latin American Culture Books for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Latin American Culture Books for Ages 12–18

As your teen begins to navigate the complexities of their identity and place in the world, these stories offer a profound connection to the vibrant history and diverse voices of Latin America. This collection of 562 books provides the emotional depth they need to explore challenging themes of heritage and belonging during these pivotal years. We hope these narratives help your young adult find both a mirror for their own experiences and a window into the expansive beauty of Latino cultures.

562 books

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Hispanic Star #9

Claudia Romo Edelman, Karla Arenas Valenti

For the child who loves movies but needs to see that even the biggest stars faced move-related challenges and worked har

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Letisha Marrero

For the child curious about their family's past and the spiritual traditions that connect generations across the ocean.

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Leyendas/Legends

Mónica Mancillas

For the family looking to connect with Latin American roots through the magic of storytelling. These bilingual myths off

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Hispanic Star #10

Bad Bunny

Claudia Romo Edelman, Ann Dávila Cardinal

For the child who loves music and wonders how a grocery store bagger became a global icon by staying true to his roots.

Ages 8–12

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Marisol and Magdalena: The Sound of Our Sisterhood

Veronica Chambers

Thirteen-year-old Marisol leaves Brooklyn for a year in Panama, where she explores her grandmother's world and begins a

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Celia C. Pérez

Twelve-year-old Adela seeks out her estranged father, a professional luchador, to learn what it truly means to belong to

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Under the Royal Palms: A Childhood in Cuba

Personal memories and vivid impressions recreate the sights and sounds of a young girl's childhood growing up in Cuba.

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Nine stories capture the vibrant, everyday lives of Mexican American kids growing up in the Rio Grande Valley of souther

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Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna

For the child grappling with sudden change or family responsibility, Petra's journey through the Mexican Revolution offe

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For the child navigating the complex waves of grief after losing a parent and trying to reconnect with those who are sti

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Camille Gomera-Tavarez

For teens exploring their roots or navigating family secrets, these stories blend magical realism with the complex reali

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Margarita Engle's Memoirs #1

Margarita Engle

For the child navigating a multicultural identity or feeling caught between two worlds. This moving memoir explores find

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Mani Semilla Finds Her Quetzal Voice

For the middle schooler navigating the messy intersection of body changes, family secrets, and the discovery that they c

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Lowriders Blast from the Past

For the child who feels like an outsider, this vibrant journey through Chicano history celebrates finding your crew and

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Days of the Dead

Mexican families welcome back the spirits of their loved ones with beautiful traditions, colorful altars, and joyful cel

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Don't Date Rosa Santos

For the teen navigating the tug-of-war between family expectations and their own dreams while searching for a sense of b

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Geraldine McCaughrean

For the child grappling with how greed can change a community, this evocative story explores the impact of a gold rush o

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Land of the Cranes

For the child grappling with the reality of unfair systems or family separation, this verse novel offers a poignant look

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Piñatas and Paper Flowers

Lila Perl, Alma Flor Ada

For children curious about their heritage or classmates' traditions, this bilingual guide brings the vibrant holidays of

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Island Creatures

Margarita Engle

For the teen navigating the complexities of heritage and home. This lyrical verse novel explores the deep emotional ties

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National Geographic Countries of the World

For the young explorer curious about the world beyond their backyard, this guide brings the vibrant landscapes and rich

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The Immortal Boy

Francisco Montaña Ibáñez

For the teen or mature reader exploring the harsh realities of social neglect and the profound strength found in sibling

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Graphic Library: Biographies

For the young reader curious about how a child from Argentina became a global leader, this graphic biography highlights

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This Train Is Being Held

Ismée Williams

For the teen balancing high expectations and cultural identity while navigating a first love that bridges two different

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Latin American Culture for Other Ages

Latin American Culture Books for Ages 0–3(113)Latin American Culture Books for Ages 4–7(646)Latin American Culture Books for Ages 8–11(903)

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