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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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Despicable Me #2
Despicable Me 2: The Junior Novel
Annie Auerbach
The Minions are back to help Gru with everything from testing top-secret jelly recipes to attempting to steal the moon.
Ages 6–9
Across the Bay
Carlos Aponte
For the child curious about a missing parent or exploring their roots, this vibrant journey through San Juan honors the
Ages 3–7
Little Golden Book Biographies
Sonia Sotomayor
Silvia López
For the child who needs to see that big dreams are possible through hard work, regardless of where they start or the obs
Ages 4–8
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The Tía Lola Stories #3
How Tía Lola Saved the Summer
Julia Alvarez
For the child navigating a summer of family changes, Tía Lola's infectious spirit shows how embracing your roots and com
Ages 8–12
Theodore's Adventures
Theodore's Mexican Adventure
Ashlee Harding, Trent Harding
For the curious explorer ready to discover the world. Theodore's journey introduces young children to the vibrant sights
Ages 3–8
The House on Mango Street
Sandra Cisneros
Esperanza Cordero tells her story through poetic moments as she grows up in Chicago, dreaming of a house of her own and
Ages 12–18
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
Anika Aldamuy Denise
For the child who loves to create or feels their own traditions aren't reflected in the world around them.
Ages 4–9
The Cocalero Novels #1
I Am a Taxi
Deborah Ellis
Diego lives inside a Bolivian prison with his parents, running errands to survive. But a dangerous job in the jungle mig
Ages 10–14
The Distance Between Us
Reyna Grande
Waiting with her stern grandmother while her parents chase the American dream, Reyna prepares for her own journey to cro
Ages 10–14
How the García Girls Lost Their Accents
Julia Alvarez
Four sisters flee a dictatorship for a new life in America, navigating the complex journey of growing up and losing thei
Ages 14–18
Líderes como nosotros
Pura Belpré
Annette M. Clayton
For the child who loves visiting the library and needs to see how one person's passion for their own culture can change
Ages 7–11
Secret Stars, The
Joseph Slate
For the child feeling anxious about a missed celebration or worrying that a special tradition might be ruined by things
Ages 4–8
The Rainbow Tulip
Pat Mora
For the child who feels caught between two worlds or wonders if it is okay to stand out from the crowd.
Ages 4–8
When I Was Puerto Rican
Esmeralda Santiago
Sights and sounds of rural Puerto Rico collide with the concrete reality of Brooklyn as Esmeralda navigates a new langua
Ages 14–18
On the Wings of la Noche
Vanessa L. Torres
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family expectations and the quiet ache of grief while trying to carve out th
Ages 14–18
Bless Me, Ultima
Rudolfo Anaya
Young Antonio enters a world of medicinal herbs and ancient legends under the guidance of Ultima, a healer who protects
Ages 12–18
Uncle Mac's Barbershop
Tina Figueroa
For the child who loves the hum of a busy neighborhood hub or the special ritual of a family haircut. A warm look at com
Ages 4–8
Isla to Island
Alexis Castellanos
Marisol leaves the vibrant colors of Cuba for a cold, gray life in Brooklyn, learning that home is something you carry i
Ages 8–12
Never Look Back
Lilliam Rivera
For the teen processing the trauma of loss or displacement who needs to see their resilience reflected in a high stakes,
Ages 13–18
First Day in Grapes
L. King Pérez
For the child feeling nervous about being the new kid or struggling to fit in after a big move.
Ages 6–10
She Persisted #11
Pura Belpré
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton
For children who feel like their stories or language are missing from the world around them, this biography shows how on
Ages 6–9
Magic Windows / Ventanas mágicas
Carmen Lomas Garza
For children exploring their heritage or looking to connect with family history, these intricate paper-cut scenes celebr
Ages 6–12
I Am Not Alone
Francisco X. Stork
Alberto is an undocumented teen hearing voices he can't control; when he is accused of a crime, he and his friend Grace
Ages 14–18
Red Glass
Laura Resau
For children navigating complex family bonds and the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to someone they love as they
Ages 12–16
