Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

Discover Hispanic culture around the world with these library resources. Explore stories of rich traditions and history, and learn about customs celebrated throughout the year.

Book recommendations for All ages

Hispanic Heritage Month

Check out these books & audiobooks from the Hispanic American experience.

Hispanic Heritage Month Books for Upper Elementary Students

Here are a variety of chapter books. Some feature adventure or magic, and others focus on real-world situations.

Picture Books for Hispanic Heritage Month

Let these bright and thoughtful books introduce you to engaging stories about young children and their Hispanic heritage.

Hispanic Voices for Teens

These coming-of-age stories are set in fantastic worlds, as well as our own, and feature Hispanic main characters.

Grow a Reader Special: Hispanic Heritage

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with bilingual stories and songs!
For children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Hispanic Heritage GAR Special

Learning About Hispanic Heritage & Culture

Learn More About Heritage & Culture with Online Resources

Explora Public Libraries

Designed to meet the unique needs of its users, Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction.

Britannica Library

The classic encyclopedia, plus Internet Guide, Merriam Webster Dictionary & Thesaurus, video and media collection, and more.

JSTOR

Academic journal articles covering most disciplines, including arts, history, humanities, science, medicine, and law.

Explora Middle & High School

Supports both student research and classroom instruction. For Grades 6-12. Provided by Find it Virginia.

Other Online Resources

The Hispanic Heritage Foundation
Identifies, inspires, prepares, and connects Latino Leaders in the community, classroom, and workforce.

Hispanic Heritage Month in Virginia
Virginia.gov's website on Hispanic Heritage Month events, notable Hispanic Americans, and more.

hispanicheritagemonth.org
Dedicated to raising awareness of the contributions of Americans with Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American, and other Latin American heritage.

National Museum of the Latino American
Creates transformative experiences, fosters a deeper understanding of American history and culture, and connects communities nationwide.

 

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