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17 books about latin american culture
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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Middle Grade
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The Gold Coin
Alma Flor Ada
For the child who needs to see that true wealth comes from helping others. A weary thief discovers that kindness and com
Ages 5–9
Cousins in the Time of Magic #1
Cousins in the Time of Magic
Emma Otheguy
For the child exploring their family's roots, this magical adventure weaves together the bonds of cousinship and the dis
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Sonia Sotomayor
Claudia Romo Edelman, Nathalie Alonso
For the child dreaming of a big future, this inspiring biography follows Sonia Sotomayor's journey from a humble Bronx u
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Sylvia Rivera
Claudia Romo Edelman, J. Gia Loving
For the child who feels like an outsider and wants to see how standing up for your authentic self can change the world f
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Celia Cruz
Claudia Romo Edelman, William Alexander
For the child who loves to sing and dance but needs to see how passion and perseverance can turn a childhood dream into
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Claudia Romo Edelman, Sara E. Echenique
For the child who loves to sing, dance, and tell stories, this biography follows Lin-Manuel Miranda's path from a creati
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Ellen Ochoa
Claudia Romo Edelman, Nathalie Alonso
For the child who loves looking at the stars and needs to see that hard work and a passion for science can lead to a his
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star
Selena Gomez
Claudia Romo Edelman, Karla Arenas Valenti
For the child who loves the spotlight or struggles with big emotions, this biography follows Selena Gomez's rise to star
Ages 8–12
Before We Were Free
Julia Alvarez
For the child grappling with news of political unrest or the fear of leaving home. This story helps preteens process the
Ages 10–14
Lowriders #3
Lowriders Blast from the Past
Cathy Camper
For the child who feels like an outsider, this vibrant journey through Chicano history celebrates finding your crew and
Ages 8–12
My Name Is María Isabel
Alma Flor Ada
For the child who feels invisible when their identity is overlooked. A moving story about a girl reclaiming her name and
Ages 7–10
Dancing Home
Alma Flor Ada, Gabriel M. Zubizarreta
For the child navigating the complex feelings of belonging to two cultures and learning to find pride in their family he
Ages 8–12
Stella Díaz #5
Stella Díaz Leaps to the Future
Angela Dominguez
For the child navigating the nervous excitement of fifth grade while finding their voice to speak up for the planet and
Ages 8–12
Stella Díaz #3
Stella Díaz Dreams Big
Angela Dominguez
For the child finding their voice in a new language or school, this story celebrates the courage it takes to speak up fo
Ages 6–10
Hispanic Star
Bad Bunny
Claudia Romo Edelman, Ann Dávila Cardinal
For the child who loves music and wonders how a grocery store bagger became a global icon by staying true to his roots.
Ages 8–12
The Honorable Prison
Lyll Becerra de Jenkins
For the teenager grappling with the cost of doing the right thing and finding resilience when their family's safety is t
Ages 12–18
Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/latinos who Have Shaped the United States
Sabrina Vourvoulias
For the young dreamer who wants to see how people from their own community changed the world through courage, art, and l
Ages 8–12