Hispanic Heritage Month

 
Hispanic Heritage Month Collection

September 15th through October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month. Explore fiction and nonfiction books that celebrate the Hispanic experience, people, and culture. And discover activities, games, lesson plans and more aligned to each book.

FILTER

1-111 of 111 results for All Resources

The Astronaut With a Song for the Stars: The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa

Written by Julia Finley Mosca and Illustrated by Daniel Rieley

If you have a mission, a dream to explore, but no one like you has achieved it before...

Meet Dr...

Pre-K - 5th

Paletero Man/¡Qué Paletero tan Cool!

Written by Lucky Diaz and Illustrated by Micah Player

Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all!

What’s the best way to...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Yellow Handkerchief (El pañuelo amarillo)

Written by Donna Barba Higuera and Illustrated by Cynthia Alonso

My abuela wears an old yellow handkerchief that her grandmother gave to her.
I don’t like the yellow...

Pre-K - 3rd
17337

Alma and How She Got Her Name

Written and Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal

If you ask her, Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela has way too many names: six! How did such a...

Pre-K - 3rd

Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match/ Marisol McDonald no combina

Written by Monica Brown and Illustrated by Sara Palacios

Marisol McDonald has flaming red hair and nut-brown skin. Polka dots and stripes are her favorite...

Pre-K - 3rd

Maya's Blanket: La manta de Maya

Written by Monica Brown and Illustrated by David Diaz

Little Maya has a special blanket that Grandma stitched with her own two hands. As Maya grows, her...

K - 4th

Islandborn

Written by Junot Díaz and Illustrated by Leo Espinosa

Every kid in Lola's school was from somewhere else.
Hers was a school of faraway places.
 
So when...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Secret of the Plátano

Written by Luz Maria Mack and Illustrated by Stephany Mesa

Under the full moon, Abuela leads an enchanted dance, bows to the sky and the night winds, and helps...

K - 4th

Leo Messi (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and Illustrated by Florencia Gavilan

As a child, Leo developed his passion for soccer playing games with his brothers and cousins in the...

Pre-K - 2nd

Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir

Written by Pedro Martín

Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting...

5th - 9th

Twin Cities: (A Graphic Novel)

Written by Jose Pimienta

Being twins means having a best friend forever . . . But when one goes to middle school in Mexico...

5th - 8th

Veo, Veo, I See You

Written and Illustrated by Lulu Delacre

Marisol’s mami is the best cook at Rosita’s Cafe! But now, the restaurant is closed. A bad virus—too...

Pre-K - 3rd

Something Like Home

Written by Andrea Beatriz Arango

Titi Silvia leaves me by myself to unpack,
but it’s not like I brought a bunch of stuff.
How do you...

5th - 9th

Plátanos Are Love

Written by Alyssa Reynoso-Morris and Illustrated by Mariyah Rahman

A delicious picture book about the ways plantains shape Latinx culture, community, and family, told...

Pre-K - 3rd

Miles Morales: Shock Waves (Original Spider-Man Graphic Novel)

Written by Justin A. Reynolds and Illustrated by Pablo Leon

Miles Morales is a normal kid who happens to juggle school at Brooklyn Visions Academy while...

3rd - 7th

Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

Written by Aida Salazar and Illustrated by Molly Mendoza

Jovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. She wanted to scale...

1st - 4th

Bright Star

Written by Yuyi Morales

With the combination of powerful, spare language and sumptuous, complex imagery characteristic of...

Pre-K - 3rd

Señorita Mariposa

Written by Ben Gundersheimer (MISTER G) and Illustrated by Marcos Almada Rivero

Rhyming text and lively illustrations showcase the epic trip taken by the monarch butterflies. At...

Pre-K - K

The Notebook Keeper: A Story of Kindness from the Border

Written by Stephen Briseño and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora

Before, the sun drenched the yard. Our neighbor's laughter danced in the streets. Now, the streets...

Pre-K - 3rd
21102

Atariba and Niguayona: A Story from the Taino People of Puerto Rico (Tales of the Americas) (English & Spanish edition)

Written by Harriet Rohmer & Jesus Guerrero Rea and Illustrated by Consuelo Mendez Castillo

A Taino Indian legend about a young boy and his search for the healing caimoni tree.

2nd - 5th

They Call Me Güero: A Border Kid's Poems

Written by David Bowles

Twelve-year-old Güero is Mexican American, at home with Spanish or English and on both sides of the...

6th - 8th

Lovely Amelia Travels: Costa Rica

Written by Stephany Salazar Nelson and Illustrated by Michelle Baron

Amelia is a sweet, loving, curious and adventurous little girl. She loves to teach and tell other...

K - 4th

Manu: A Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Kelly Fernández

A funny and heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel adventure about friendship, defying expectations...

3rd - 8th

Still Dreaming/Seguimos Soñando (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Claudia Guadalupe Martínez and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora

In the first children's book to describe the long-forgotten chapter of U.S. history known as Mexican...

Pre-K - 2nd

The Coquíes Still Sing: A Story of Home, Hope, and Rebuilding

Written by Karina Nicole González and Illustrated by Krystal Quiles

A powerful story about home, community, and hope, inspired by the rebuilding of Puerto Rico...

Pre-K - 3rd

Magic: Once Upon a Faraway Land

Written by Mirelle Ortega

Growing up on a pineapple farm in Mexico, a girl discovers the true meaning of the word magic in...

Pre-K - 3rd
20800

Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You

Written by Sonia Sotomayor
In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor celebrates the different abilities...
Pre-K - 3rd
15184

Parrots Over Puerto Rico

Written by Susan L. Roth and Cindy Trumbore and Illustrated by Susan L. Roth
Long ago, Puerto Rican parrots raised their young, hunted for food, and made nesting holes in the...
2nd - 5th
15123

Diego Rivera: His World and Ours

Written and Illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh
This book tells the story of Diego Rivera, one of the most famous painters of the 1900s. He painted...
1st - 4th
17353

Stella Diaz Has Something to Say

Written by Angela Dominguez
Stella loves spending time with her mom and brother and her best friend Jenny. Trouble is, Jenny is...
3rd - 6th
15355

Esperanza Rising

Written by Pam Muñoz Ryan

Esperanza thought she'd always live with her family on their ranch in Mexico - she'd always have...

6th - 8th
15249

¡Olé! Flamenco

Written by George Ancona
This book explores the history of flamenco dancing and how it continues to thrive around the world...
3rd - 6th
15145

The Cazuela That the Farm Maiden Stirred

Written by Samantha Vamos and Illustrated by Rafael Lopez
Animals help the farm maiden cook up a special recipe. While the pot simmers, the friends dance and...
K - 3rd
15151

The Patchwork Garden/Pedacitos de huerto (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Diane de Ande and Illustrated by Oksana Kemarskaya

After finding her own patch of dirt to plant a garden, a young girl inspires her neighbors to follow...

K - 3rd
21157

La Princesa and the Pea

Written by Susan Middleton Elya and Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal
El príncipe knows this girl is the one for him, but, as usual, his mother doesn’t agree.

The queen...

Pre-K - 3rd
15262

Too Many Tamales

Written by Gary Soto and Illustrated by Ed Martinez

Christmas Eve started out so perfectly for Maria. Snow had fallen and the streets glittered. Maria's...

Pre-K - 3rd
20654

Merci Suárez Changes Gears

Written by Meg Medina

Merci has never been like the other kids at her private school in Florida, because she and her older...

4th - 7th

Federico and the Wolf

Written by Rebecca J. Gomez and Illustrated by Elisa Chavarri

With his red hoodie on and his bicycle basket full of food, Federico is ready to visit Abuelo. But...

Pre-K - 3rd
15185

Pele, King of Soccer/Pele, El rey del futbol (English & Spanish Edition)

Written by Monica Brown and Illustrated by Randy Gutierrez

Pelé goes from playing soccer for fun with his father and friends to being the King of Soccer. He...

Pre-K - 3rd
18964

Turning Pages: My Life Story

Written by Sonia Sotomayor and Illustrated by Lulu Delacre
As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the...
Pre-K - 3rd
15194

The Soda Bottle School: A True Story of Recycling, Teamwork, and One Crazy Idea

Written by Seno Laura Kutner and Suzanne Slade and Illustrated by Aileen Darragh
A Guatemalan village is overrun with trash. A young student named Fernando and his teacher come up...
3rd - 7th

Storm Runner, The-A Storm Runner Novel, Book 1

Written by J.C. Cervantes

A contemporary adventure based on Maya mythology from Rick Riordan Presents! Zane Obispo spends...

3rd - 7th
15219

Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez and Her Family's Fight for Desegregation

Written and Illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh
When Sylvia and her family moved from Santa Ana to Westminster in 1944, they were told that she and...
1st - 4th
15229

The Place Where You Live/El lugar donde vives

Written by James Luna and Illustrated by Thelma Muraida

Join a brother and sister as they take you on a tour of the people, places, and everyday activities...

Pre-K - 1st
15333

The Composition

Written by Antonio Skármeta and Illustrated by Alfonso Ruano
The story of Pedro and his family, who live under a dictatorship in Chile. Pedro goes to school and...
3rd - 5th
15346

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez

Written by Kathleen Krull and Illustrated by Yuyi Morales
The story of Cesar Chavez, a civil rights leader who fought for the rights of migrant farmworkers...
Pre-K - 5th
15402

Chato’s Kitchen

Written by Gary Soto and Illustrated by Susan Guevara
Chato, the cool cat from East Los Angeles decides to invite his neighbors ratoncitos, or little mice...
Pre-K - 3rd
15484

Waiting for the Biblioburro

Written by Monica Brown and Illustrated by John Parra
Ana loves to read, but she has already read all the books in her small village in Colombia. Then one...
K - 3rd
24590

My Year in the Middle

Written by Lila Quintero Weaver

In a racially polarized classroom in 1970 Alabama, Lu’s talent for running track makes her a new...

3rd - 7th
15137

Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes

Written by Roseanne Greenfield Thong and Illustrated by John Parra
A little girl discovers that shapes are all around her. They are part of the food she eats, games...
Pre-K - 1st
15237

Book Fiesta

Written by Pat Mora and Illustrated by Rafael Lopez

Children from around the world celebrate a love of reading throughout the year. Features text in...

Pre-K - 3rd

Gazpacho for Nacho

Written by Tracey Kyle and Illustrated by Carolina Farias
Nacho likes to eat only one thing―gazpacho! Nacho won’t even try other dishes―until he discovers miles and piles of mouthwatering vegetables at the market.
Pre-K - 2nd
15258

The Birthday Swap

Written and Illustrated by Loretta Lopez
Lori’s looking for the perfect gift for her older sister, but Lori’s the one who winds up with a...
Pre-K - 3rd
15264

Up and Down the Andes

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Aurélia Fronty
Explore the many regions of Peru, from Cuzco to Lake Titicaca, through rhyme. This book follows...
K - 3rd
15248

My Name is María Isabel

Written by Alma Flor Ada and Illustrated by K. Dyble Thompson
For María, switching to a new school is more difficult than usual when the teacher decides to call...
2nd - 5th
21089

Carmela Full of Wishes

Written by Matt de la Peña and Illustrated by Christian Robinson
When Carmela wakes up on her birthday, her wish has already come true–she's finally old enough to...
Pre-K - 3rd
24429

The Last Cuentista

Written by Donna Barba Higuera

Había una vez . . . There lived a girl named Petra Peña, who wanted nothing more than to be a...

5th - 8th
24581

Dancing Home

Written by Alma Flor Ada and Gabriel M. Zubizarreta

In this timely tale of immigration, two cousins learn the importance of family and friendship. A...

3rd - 7th
21167

The First Rule of Punk

Written by Celia C. Perez

There are no shortcuts to surviving your first day at a new school—you can’t fix it with duct tape...

4th - 7th
16076

Lou Lou and Pea and the Mural Mystery

Written by Jill Diamond and Illustrated by Lesley Vamos
Lou Lou Bombay and Peacock Pearl have been best friends since first grade. A series of small crimes...
4th - 7th

Mañanaland

Written by Pam Muñoz Ryan

Maximiliano Córdoba loves stories, especially the legend Buelo tells him about a mythical gatekeeper...

3rd - 7th
20644

Little Frida: A Story of Frida Kahlo

Written by Anthony Browne
Following a bout with polio at the age of six, Frida Kahlo’s life was marked by pain and loneliness...
Pre-K - 1st
17081

The House On Mango Street

Written by Sandra Cisneros

Acclaimed by critics, beloved by readers of all ages, taught everywhere from inner-city grade...

9th - 12th
16436

Song of the Swallows

Written and Illustrated by Leo Politi
Song of the Swallows, which won the Caldecott Medal when it was first published in 1948, was written...
1st - 4th
15614

Nine Days to Christmas

Written by Marie Hall Ets and Aurora Labastida and Illustrated by Marie Hall Ets
In this delightful Mexican story of Christmas, readers will follow Ceci as she awaits her Mexican...
Pre-K - 3rd
17925

Ellen Ochoa (Welcome Books)

Written by Pamela Walker

Readers are introduced to Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman astronaut.

This emergent-reader...

K - 2nd
16852

Roberto Clemente (Life Skills Biographies)

Written by Vicky Franchino
Roberto Clemente was the first Hispanic American elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Readers will...
4th - 8th
17439

Sonia Sotomayor (National Geographic Kids)

Written and Illustrated by National Geographic Kids
Explore one of the most recognized names in modern America with this biography of Supreme Court...
1st - 4th
17086

The Dreamer

Written by Pam Muñoz Ryan and Illustrated by Peter Sis

From the time he is a young boy, Neftalí hears the call of a mysterious voice. Even when the...

4th - 7th
15416

Just a Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book

Written and Illustrated by Yuyi Morales
When the trickster Senor Calavera comes to Grandma Beetle’s house and demands that she leave with...
K - 3rd

Tight

Written by Torrey Maldonado

Tight: Lately Bryan's been feeling it in all kinds of ways. He knows what's tight for him in a good...

5th - 8th
15710

Alphabet Times Four: An International ABC

Written by Ruth Brown
Beginning with the letter A through Z, the words in this alphabet book are offered in four languages...
1st - 2nd
15866

Martí's Song for Freedom

Written by Emma Otheguy and Illustrated by Beatriz Vidal
A bilingual biography of José Martí, who dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty, the...
3rd - 7th
17151

Abuela

Written by Arthur Dorros and Illustrated by Elisa Klevin
Rosalba imagines that she and her grandmother--abuela in Spanish--can fly over the city of New York...
Pre-K - 2nd
17516

Off We Go to Mexico

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
Swim in turquoise seas, admire grey whales and monarch butterflies, trek to native villages and sing...
K - 5th
18190

The Book of Seasons/El libro de las estaciones

Written by Alice & Martin Provensen

Easy-to-read descriptions of the changing seasons and their accompanying, kid-friendly activities...

Pre-K - 2nd
15397

The Bossy Gallito/El Gallo De Bodas: A Traditional Cuban Folktale

Written by Lucía M. González and Illustrated by Lulu Delacre
A new version of a traditional Cuban folktale featuring Gallito, a bossy rooster who runs into...
Pre-K - 2nd
18398

Oaxacan Folk Arts: ABeCedarios

Written by Cynthia Weill
In this enchanting, bilingual book, Mexican folk artists render a beautiful, hand-carved animal for...
K - K
18445

Oaxacan Folk Arts: Opuestos

Written by Cynthia Weill
Beautiful and whimsical authentic hand-painted animals from Oaxaca teach kids about opposites in...
K - K
19297

Oaxacan Folk Arts: Colores de la vida

Written by Cynthia Weill
Youngsters learn colors with the help of brilliantly painted Mexican folk art sculptures and...
K - K
15962

Golden Tales

Written and Illustrated by Lulu Delacre
Twelve classic tales of Latin America celebrate the literature, culture, and history of thirteen...
4th - 7th
18560

Say Hello!

Written and Illustrated by Rachel Isadora
Carmelita loves to greet everyone in her colorful neighborhood. There are people from so many...
Pre-K - 1st
18925

My Big Barefoot Book of Spanish and English Words

Written by Barefoot Books and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
A bilingual first words collection with a twist: this unique book combines storytelling with English...
Pre-K - 1st
19705

Abuelo and the Three Bears/Abuelo y los tres osos

Written by Jerry Tello
In this flip-over book containing complete English and Spanish texts, Grandfather tells his own...
Pre-K - 1st
19710

Arroz con leche

Written by Lulu Delacre
A collection of traditional Latin-American songs and rhymes, in Spanish and English, with the music...
Pre-K - 3rd
17024

Somos Adoptados ( We Are Adopted ) ( Que sabes acerca de....? )

Written by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos and Illustrated by Marta Fabrega
A great story for younger children in Spanish-speaking homes, this story is about a little girl who...
K - 1st
17021

The Story of Colors/La Historia de los Colores: A Bilingual Folktale from the Jungles of Chiapas (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Subcomandante Marcos (author) and Anne Bar Din (translator) and Illustrated by Domitila Dominguez

This beautifully illustrated folktale teaches us all about the value of diversity. Old man Antonio...

4th - 7th
20810

Besos for Baby: A Little Book of Kisses

Written by Jen Arena and Illustrated by Blanca Gómez
Everyone has kisses for Baby, from Mami and Papi to perro and gato. Using simple Spanish words, this...
Pre-K - K
20894

Carmen Learns English

Written by Judy Cox and Illustrated by Angela Dominguez
Carmen wishes she was back in Mexico, where everyone spoke Spanish and she didn't stand out. But a...
Pre-K - 3rd
21164

Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln

Written by Margarita Engle and Illustrated by Rafael Lopez
As a little girl, Teresa Carreño loved to let her hands dance across the beautiful keys of the piano...
Pre-K - 3rd
21187

Dolores Huerta: A Hero to Migrant Workers

Written by Sarah Warren and Illustrated by Robert Casilla
Dolores is a teacher, a mother, and a friend. She wants to know why her students are too hungry to...
1st - 4th
21219

Efren Divided

Written by Ernesto Cisneros
Efrén Nava’s Amá is his Superwoman—or Soperwoman, named after the delicious Mexican sopes his mother...
3rd - 7th
21180

Sal and Gabi Break the Universe

Written by Carlos Hernandez

Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents a brilliant sci-fi romp with Cuban influence that poses...

3rd - 7th

El cumpleaños de mi hermana Dulce/My Sister Dulce's Birthday (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Erika Said & Claudia Navarro and Illustrated by Claudia Navarro

Six-year-old Dulce loves sweets, which is fitting since her name means “sweet.” She especially...

Pre-K - 2nd

Abuela y el covid/Grandma and Covid (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Airy Sindik & Tony De Luz and Illustrated by Tony De Luz

A young boy’s grandmother lives far away, but they keep in touch using cell phones and other devices...

Pre-K - 3rd

Halloween, el día de las brujas/Halloween, a Day for Witches (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Maria L. Gutierrez and Illustrated by Nicole Montenegro

“Oh, what fun, it’s Halloween! / No witches or monsters can stop me / from having fun this Halloween...

Pre-K - 2nd
20708

The Adventures of Bella & Harry: Let's Visit Rio de Janeiro!

Written by Lisa Manzione
Join sibling Chihuahuas Bella and Harry as they travel to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and visit Christ...
K - 5th
20715

The Adventures of Bella & Harry: Let's Visit Barcelona!

Written by Lisa Manzione and Illustrated by Kristine Lucco
Join sibling Chihuahuas Bella and Harry as they travel to Barcelona with their family and spend time...
K - 5th
20718

The Adventures of Bella & Harry: Let's Visit Machu Picchu!

Written by Lisa Manzione and Illustrated by Kristine Lucco

Join sibling Chihuahuas Bella and Harry as they travel to Machu Picchu and hike the Inca Trail...

K - 5th

Grandma and Me at the Flea/Los Meros Meros Remateros (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Juan Herrera and Illustrated by Anita De Lucio-Brook

Every Sunday Juanito helps his grandmother sell old clothes beneath the rainbow-colored tents at the...

K - 3rd

Grandma's Gift

Written and Illustrated by Eric Velasquez

This prequel to Eric Velasquez's biographical picture book Grandma's Records is the story of a...

2nd - 5th

Xochitl and the Flowers/Xóchitl, la Niña de las Flores (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Jorge Argueta and Illustrated by Carl Angel

Miles away from their home in El Salvador, Xochitl (SOH-cheel) and her family make a new home in the...

1st - 4th
19348

Nadar, Saltar, Arrastrarse (Guided Science Readers en Español: Animals)

Written by Liza Charlesworth

This nonfiction series for beginning readers features concise on-level text and full-color...

Pre-K - 1st
20754

I Love Saturdays y domingos

Written by Alma Flor Ada and Illustrated by Elivia Savadier

Saturdays and Sundays are very special days for the child in this story. On Saturdays, she visits...

Pre-K - 3rd
20828

From Boriquén to Bethlehem: A Coquí and the Three Wise Men (English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Lara Mercado & Armando Valdés

"From Boriquén to Bethlehem: A Coquí and the Three Wise Men" is the story of a magical coquí (a tree...

2nd - 5th

A Bike Like Sergio's

Written by Maribeth Boelts and Illustrated by Noah Z. Jones

Finders keepers, right? When Ruben picks up someone’s lost money, he finds out how hard it can be to...

K - 3rd

¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat

Written by Raul the Third and Illustrated by Raul the Third and colors by Elaine Bay

Little Lobo is excited to take in a show with wrestling star El Toro in his bustling border town!

A...

Pre-K - 2nd

Cantora (Spanish Edition): Mercedes Sosa, la voz de Latinoamérica

Written by Melisa Fernández Nitsche

Cantora! With a stunning, graphic style and a melodious text, this picture book tells the story of...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Enchanted Life of Valentina Mejía

Written by Alexandra Alessandri

Encanto meets The Chronicles of Narnia by way of Colombian folklore in this middle grade fantasy...

3rd - 7th

Rizos (Frizzy, Spanish language edition)

Written by Claribel A. Ortega and Illustrated by Rose Bousamra

Una novela gráfica de grado medio sobre Marlene, una joven que deja de alisarse el pelo y acepta sus...

4th - 6th
20872

Food Fight Fiesta: A Tale About La Tomatina

Written by Tracey Kyle and Illustrated by Ana Gomez
"Off to the hills of Espana we go. Grab a tomato . . . get ready . . . now THROW!" Every year, the...
K - 3rd