Stories of Strength & Celebration: Honor Hispanic Heritage Month

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Explore Homegrown Stories of Latinx Americans

Explore Stories of Latinx Americans

Immerse your classroom in the diverse cultures and experiences of Hispanic and Latinx Americans with this special collection of stories that highlight their voices and contributions! You can help your students explore influential Latinx stories, like author/poet Julia Alvarez’s, and how their experiences inform the broader American narrative and illuminate our country’s history.

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Think it Through with Alma’s Way

Follow along with 6-year-old Alma Rivera, a proud and confident Puerto Rican girl who lives with her family in a diverse community in the Bronx. As Alma learns about families, friendships, and communities, she discovers that challenges and conflicts sometimes arise. In these moments, Alma stops and thinks things through!

Use the video clips, group discussion, and visual cards provided in this resource to encourage your young learners to practice Alma’s “think through” strategy, which can be used in the classroom throughout the year. You can find more resources from the Alma’s Way collection.

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Learn the Origins of Hispanic American Heritage Month

In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. But do you know why we honor this important month or how we recognize the contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities? Check out this video to learn more! Note: This resource is also available in Spanish.

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