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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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Allie, First at Last
Angela Cervantes
Fifth-grader Allie Velasco is tired of coming in second, so she stakes everything on a photography project about her tow
Ages 8–12
The Gold Coin
Alma Flor Ada
A young thief's plan to steal an old woman's gold coin takes an unexpected turn as he follows her through the countrysid
Ages 5–9
The Old Man and His Door
Gary Soto
A literal misunderstanding leads an old man to carry a heavy wooden door all the way to a party in this charming, humoro
Ages 4–8
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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
Ages 13–18
Smack Dab in the Middle
Anita Riggio
Life in a big family is full of love, but Rosie sometimes feels invisible while living right in the center of the househ
Ages 4–8
High Spirits
Camille Gomera-Tavarez
For teens exploring their roots or navigating family secrets, these stories blend magical realism with the complex reali
Ages 14–18
Crazy Loco
David Rice
Nine stories capture the vibrant, everyday lives of Mexican American kids growing up in the Rio Grande Valley of souther
Ages 10–14
Don't Date Rosa Santos
Nina Moreno
For the teen navigating the tug-of-war between family expectations and their own dreams while searching for a sense of b
Ages 12–18
Signature Lives
Cesar Chavez: Crusader for Social Change
Brenda Haugen
For the child curious about how one person can change the world, this biography explores the power of nonviolent protest
Ages 10–14
Let's Look at Countries
Let's Look at Cuba
Nikki Bruno Clapper
For the curious child eager to explore the world, this vibrant introduction to Cuba brings the island's colorful streets
Ages 5–8
Sal and Gabi #1
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe
Carlos Hernandez
Cuban mythology meets high-stakes science fiction in this award-winning tale of a boy whose unique talents might just un
Ages 8–12
I Am Latino: The Beauty in Me
Myles C. Pinkney, Sandra L. Pinkney
Striking photographs and sensory language honor the vibrant music, delicious foods, and rich traditions that make up the
Ages 3–8
Heat
Mike Lupica
Twelve-year-old Michael has a legendary pitching arm, but he must hide his talent to keep his family secret from being e
Ages 10–14
Hill of the Hawk
Scott O'Dell
For the reader grappling with the weight of shifting loyalties and the complex morality of territory and home during tim
Ages 12–18
History Comics
Ellis Island: Immigration and the American Dream
Felipe Galindo Feggo
For the student curious about their family roots or the history of new beginnings, this graphic novel explores the hopes
Ages 10–15
DK Super World
Brazil
DK
For curious kids who want to travel the globe from home. This photographic guide introduces the animals, rainforests, an
Ages 5–8
The Princess and the Warrior: A Tale of Two Volcanoes
Duncan Tonatiuh
A warrior's promise and a princess's devotion transform into the smoke and peaks of two great volcanoes in this reimagin
Ages 6–10
How Many Days to America? A Thanksgiving Story
Eve Bunting
A family flees the danger of war in their homeland, huddled on a crowded boat as they count the days until they find saf
Ages 4–9
Mijos #2
The Fiesta Face-Off
David Gonzales
The Mijos must band together and use their collective voice to protect their beloved local park from being paved over by
Ages 8–12
Countdown for Nochebuena
Adriana Hernández Bergstrom
For families wanting to share the vibrant traditions of Nochebuena, this rhythmic countdown captures the warmth and exci
Ages 0–4
Who Was?
Who Is Pope Francis?
Stephanie Spinner
For the child curious about leadership and kindness, this biography explores how a boy from Argentina became a global sy
Ages 8–12
Stella Díaz #1
Stella Díaz Has Something to Say
Angela Dominguez
Stella wants to make friends and speak up in class, but her nerves make her mix up Spanish and English until her face tu
Ages 8–12
The Magic Shell
Nicholasa Mohr
Jaime carries a special shell from the Dominican Republic to New York City to help him hold onto happy memories of the h
Ages 7–10
Journey of the Nightly Jaguar
Burton Albert
As night falls in the jungle, Maya legend tells of the sun transforming into a powerful jaguar to stalk through the tree
Ages 4–8
