During Latinx Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), we see the same shortlist of influential figures. How often do we hear the names of Afro-Latinos, Central Americans, and contemporary activists? Check out books on the lists below to fill these gaps.
We also encourage you to join us for Teach Central America Week October 6–10. We are hosting an online workshop on Central America lessons for elementary on October 6.
Visit our booklist for recommendations related to themes, including Afro-Latinx, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Mexican American / Chicana / Chicano, Spanish / Bilingual, and more.
Visit Teaching for Change’s website TeachingCentralAmerica.org for more resources to teach about Central America, including lessons, films, websites, biographies of noted historical figures, and readings for free use by classroom teachers.
Visit our booklist for links to related titles on El Salvador, Panama, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.
Our booklist features titles we recommend on immigration policy and politics, the immigrant experience, and human displacement due to many factors, including climate injustice, capitalism, and militarism, with a focus on the United States.
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