National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15)

 

For 30 days, we recognize the influence of people from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Many Hispanic individuals have made important contributions to the arts, science, politics, and even the foods we enjoy. How about Love! Yummy!

 

So kids -What can you do to celebrate? Learn about famous Hispanic Americans like astronaut Ellen Ochoa or Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.

You could try making a traditional Hispanic dish or explore music styles like salsa and mariachi! It's a great way to appreciate the richness of different cultures and how they shape our world.

Hispanic Kids Book Authors.

Pat Mora
A celebrated Mexican American author known for writing bilingual children’s books. Some of her works include "Book Fiesta!" and "Tomás and the Library Lady," which share cultural experiences and encourage a love of reading.

Meg Medina
A Cuban American writer, her books often feature strong Latino characters and themes of family, friendship, and culture. One of her well-known books is "Mango, Abuela, and Me," which explores family connections across generations and languages.

Duncan Tonatiuh
A Mexican American author and illustrator, his books are rich with history and culture. Such as "Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez and Her Family's Fight for Desegregation" and "Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote," often feature unique artwork inspired by Mexican art styles.

Juana Martinez-Neal

A Peruvian author and illustrator, writes books with themes of identity and heritage. Her book "Alma and How She Got Her Name" is a touching story about family history and the significance of names.

Go to your local library and check out a book or two! Enjoy the reading.

 

Working Parents Day (September 16)
The day honors all the moms and dads who work hard to provide for their families. Many parents have jobs outside of the home and still take care of cooking, cleaning, and making sure you have everything you need. It’s like having two jobs at once!

So, what can you do? One big way to help is by pitching in with chores around the house, like taking out the trash, cleaning up after yourself, and even helping with dinner! Also, getting your homework done without being asked helps take a load off your parents' shoulders.

Note: Hey Kids,

When you help, you're showing your parents how much you appreciate everything they do!