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Latin American Culture
Latin American Culture
Latin American Culture Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
1,274 books about latin american culture
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Little Gold Star
Robert D. San Souci
A sparkling Spanish American retelling of Cinderella where a kind girl mistreated by her family receives help from the V
Ages 5–10
Pajaro Verde / The Green Bird
Joe Hayes
Rooted in the folklore of the American Southwest, these bilingual stories bring traditional tales of magic and wisdom to
Ages 7–11
Green Was My Forest
Edna Iturralde
For children discovering that our planet's diversity is worth protecting. These stories connect young readers to the liv
Ages 8–12
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Cesar Chavez
Eric Braun
For children starting to notice when things aren't fair at school or in their community, this book shows how one person'
Ages 8–12
Outlaw Saints #1
Ballad & Dagger
Daniel José Older
For the teenager grappling with their cultural roots while trying to find their own rhythm in a world that feels both fa
Ages 12–18
Capoeira
George Ancona
Vibrant photos capture the energy of Capoeira, a unique blend of martial arts and dance born from African slave culture
Ages 7–11
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Meg Medina
For the child facing the bittersweet reality of a best friend moving away, this story offers comfort and a way to proces
Ages 5–8
Building an Orchestra of Hope
Carmen Oliver
For the child who needs to see how creativity and perseverance can transform a community's challenges into a beautiful s
Ages 5–9
Ole! Flamenco
George Ancona
Step into the world of young dancers in New Mexico as they master the rhythmic footwork, emotional songs, and intricate
Ages 7–11
Inca Government and Society
Baby Professor
For the curious student building a foundation in world history, this guide simplifies the complex social and political s
Ages 9–12
Pedro & Daniel
Federico Erebia
For the teen navigating the complexities of identity and brotherhood while facing systemic hurdles and family expectatio
Ages 14–18
Josefina
Jeanette Winter
For the child who loves making things with their hands, this book celebrates the joy of folk art and the vibrant colors
Ages 3–7
American Girl: Girl of the Year
Marisol
Gary Soto
Moving from Chicago to the suburbs leaves Marisol heartbroken without her dance troupe, until she finds a way to keep he
Ages 8–12
Cemetery Boys #1
Cemetery Boys
Aiden Thomas
For the teen seeking to be seen for who they truly are while navigating the weight of family tradition and the ache of n
Ages 13–18
Surrender Tree, The
Margarita Engle
Rosa, a healer, navigates the late-nineteenth-century Cuban struggle for independence in this moving verse novel based o
Ages 10–14
Viva Frida!
Yuyi Morales
The vibrant world of Frida Kahlo comes to life through lush illustrations that show how the artist transformed laughter,
Ages 4–8
The Lightning Queen
Laura Resau
A lifelong friendship begins in the mountains of Mexico when a young Mixtec boy meets a girl who calls herself the Gypsy
Ages 8–12
Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote: A Migrant's Tale
Duncan Tonatiuh
For the child wondering why a loved one must travel far for work, or navigating the bittersweet reality of a family memb
Ages 6–10
Diego Rivera: His World and Ours
Duncan Tonatiuh
For the child curious about how art can tell a story, this vibrant biography explores Diego Rivera's legacy and how he w
Ages 6–10
All the Way to Havana
Margarita Engle
For the child who loves tinkering and machines, this rhythmic journey celebrates the ingenuity and deep family bonds fou
Ages 4–8
Dreamers
Yuyi Morales
A mother and child navigate a new country and find a sanctuary of stories and strength within the walls of a public libr
Ages 4–8
Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras
Duncan Tonatiuh
For children curious about the history behind the skeletons of Day of the Dead, this vibrant biography explores how one
Ages 6–10
Mi papá es un agrícola/My Father, the Farmworker
J. Román Pérez Varela
For the child whose parent works long, grueling hours away from home. This bilingual tribute builds pride and dignity in
Ages 4–8
Dear Primo: A Letter to My Cousin
Duncan Tonatiuh
For the child curious about family far away, this vibrant exchange between cousins shows how two different worlds can fe
Ages 4–8
