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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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Snapshots from the Wedding
Gary Soto
Maya the flower girl leads a vivid tour of a Mexican American wedding, from the solemn church procession to the last sle
Ages 4–8
Pablo Remembers: The Fiesta of the Day of the Dead
George Ancona
For the child curious about how different cultures honor those they have lost. This photographic journey explores the jo
Ages 6–10
Dancing Hands
Margarita Engle
For the child finding their way in a new place. This lyrical story shows how a young girl's passion for music helps her
Ages 4–8
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My Sweet Orange Tree
José Mauro de Vasconcelos
For the sensitive child who relies on their imagination to navigate a world that feels unkind, lonely, or overwhelming.
Ages 10–14
Piddy Sanchez #1
Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass
Meg Medina
Piddy Sanchez is targeted by a bully she doesn't even know and must figure out how to stay true to herself as the harass
Ages 14–18
Marisol McDonald #2
Marisol McDonald and the Clash Bash
Monica Brown
Spunky Marisol plans a birthday party as unique as she is while holding onto the hope that her grandmother will travel f
Ages 4–8
Knowing the Difference
Aztecs, Incas & Mayans
Baby Professor
Vast empires rise and fall as you compare the unique achievements, social structures, and cultural legacies of the Mayan
Ages 7–11
The Last Cuentista #1
The Last Cuentista
Donna Barba Higuera
Petra is the only person on a spaceship who remembers Earth. Now she must use her grandmother's stories to save humanity
Ages 10–14
I Remember Abuelito: A Day of the Dead Story
Janice Levy
For children processing the loss of a grandparent, this bilingual story offers a comforting way to celebrate lasting bon
Ages 5–8
Bird With the Heart of a Mountain
Barbara Mariconda
Amid the Spanish Civil War, sixteen-year-old Drina defies her mother's secrets to find her identity through the passiona
Ages 12–18
What Can You Do With... #1
What Can You Do With a Rebozo?
Carmen Tafolla
A red woven rebozo transforms into a baby cradle, a superhero cape, and a warm hug in this vibrant look at a traditional
Ages 3–7
Moon Was at a Fiesta, The (La luna se fue de fiesta)
Matthew Gollub
Jealous of the sun, the moon throws a Oaxacan fiesta so grand she forgets to leave the morning sky in this vibrant tale
Ages 4–8
Between Us and Abuela: A Family Story from the Border
Mitali Perkins
A young girl uses a kite to fly a Christmas gift over the border fence to the grandmother she misses dearly.
Ages 4–8
Beautiful Differences
Michelle G. Stratman
For the teen or family navigating the complexities of a new life in a different country and searching for where they tru
Ages 14–18
Beisbol en abril y otras historias (Baseball in April and Other Stories)
Gary Soto
Growing up in California brings a mix of humor and heartache in these eleven tales of Mexican American children navigati
Ages 9–12
Light for all
Margarita Engle
Hopes, dreams, and determination shine through in this vibrant tribute to the generations of immigrants who built and sh
Ages 4–9
Platanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris
Amidst the loud, joyful chaos of a big Latinx family visit, a young girl finds a magical way to embrace her own quiet na
Ages 4–8
Sofia Martinez #4
The Secret Recipe
Jacqueline Jules
For the child who wants to honor their family heritage while finding their own way to succeed. Sofia learns that love is
Ages 5–8
Paletas: A High Contrast Board Book
Aaron Bowersock
Support your newborn's developing vision with this high-contrast board book that introduces tasty paleta flavors through
Ages 0–2
The Notebook Keeper: A Story of Kindness from the Border
Stephen Briseño
While waiting at the border to enter a new country, Noemi and her mother find that simple acts of kindness can light the
Ages 4–8
Shadow of a Bull
Maia Wojciechowska
Manolo is torn between following in his famous father’s footsteps as a bullfighter or following his own dream to be a do
Ages 10–14
Ride the Wind
Nicola Davies
For the child processing the loss of a parent or struggling with a distant relationship at home, this story of healing a
Ages 7–10
My Dog Just Speaks Spanish
Andrea Cáceres
For children navigating two worlds, this story celebrates the unique bond between a bilingual girl and her dog who only
Ages 2–6
Mi Casa Is My Home
Laurenne Sala
For the family that moves between languages and cultures, this joyful tour of Lucía's home celebrates the warmth of inte
Ages 3–7
