15 books to read with your child for Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month occurs from September 15-October 15. Hispanic heritage month begins on September 15 because five Central American countries (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua) declared their independence on Sep. 15, 1821. It is a time to remember and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic Americans.

There are many great books that celebrate the Hispanic culture, people and important events in American History. Visit your local library or purchase books to read with your child. Here are 25 books I recommend for reading and discussion with your child this month.

1. "What is Hispanic Heritage Month?" by Danny Lenof: Read about Hispanic Heritage month with Sofia. She is curious about her culture and discovers how others in her community celebrate.

2. "Round is a Tortilla" by Roseanne Thong: This book is a great book that explores shapes and Hispanic foods. Learn about some new foods and read about ones you have already love.

3. "Green is a Chile Pepper" by Roseanne Thong: Another books that explores Hispanic foods along with colors. Great way to reinforce colors with your child.

4. " Dreamers" by Yuyi Morales: Is a story about making a home in a new place without the things you cannot bring. You can always bring dreams, cultures and traditions anywhere you go.

5. " Separate is Never Equal" by Duncan Tonatiuh: This story is about the Menendez family who face challenges with school in California. They were turned away from school and told they had to go to a Mexican school. The family's efforts to led to an end to segregation in California schools.

6. " Big Fiesta" by Julian Gimenez: This book takes you inside a fiesta where children are celebrating Hispanic heritage, including music, dance, food and family.

7. "Abuela" by Arthur Dorros: This magical story is a classic, where Rosalba goes on an adventure flying over New York City with her Abuela. There are Spanish words mentioned throughout this book as well.

8. "Arroz Con Leche" selected by Lulu Delacre: This book contains popular songs and rhymes from Latin America. Great way to share this music with children, contains music and songs.

9. "Paletero Man" By Lucky Diaz: Your child will love this story as the main character goes in search of the paletro man in his neighborhood. Will he get his ice cream or miss out?

10. "Platanos Go with Everything" By Lisette Norman: Learn all about delicious plantanos, Yesenia's favorite food. This book includes Spanish text next to the English text too!

11. "Where Are You From?" by Yamile Saied Mendez: Where are you from, is a tough question to answer. Join our character as she talks with her abuelo about the best answer.

12. "A Crown for Corina" by Laekan Zea Kemp: This story is about a girl who is excited for her birthday. She gets to wear a beautiful crown full of flowers from her abuela's garden. Each flower tells a special story about Corina's family

13. "Alma and How She Got her Name" by Juana Martinez-Neal: Find out about Alma's six names, Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela and how she got them.

14. " Be Bold! Be Brave" by : you will enjoy this great collection of 11 important Latinas.

15. " The Boy from Mexico" By Edward Dennis: Read is story of Luz, as he travels to America all alone.

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