latin americans
La feria de Chichicastenango by Antonio Coche
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In this strand, we will study and explore the experience of Latina/o Americans both historically and in terms of contemporary issues.
Essential Questions: What are the cultural and political similarities/differences between South Americans, Central Americans, Caribbeans, and Mexicans? What role did Latinos play in the growth and development of the United States? How did political power develop within the Latin American community and how has this power evolved to work effectively with changing power structures in the United States? To what extent has immigration impacted the political, social, and economic realities of Latin Americans? What challenges continue to face Latin Americans? What opportunities do students have to enact positive change for Latin Americans? |
Famous Latino/a Figures
Below is a selection of some well known and not-so-well known Latino/a figures. This list is by no means exhaustive.
Below is a selection of some well known and not-so-well known Latino/a figures. This list is by no means exhaustive.
Below are some great links you can explore that tell some of the stories of Latinos in the Unites States.
La Experiancia America from the National Archives offers a wonderful exposition of Hispanic experiences in 20th century America. Follow this link.
Diane Guerrero, star of the Netflix show Orange is the New Black, tells the powerful story about the day her family was deported. Follow this link.
Celebrating our Latinidad, a rich cultural exploration of Latino foodways and traditions. Follow this Link.
Latinos in news and entertainment. Follow this link.
“People think of Latina women as being fiery and fierce, which is usually true”, says Zoe Saldaña, “but I think the quality that so many Latinas possess is strength.” From Selena to Sylvia Rivera, Latinas have shown their strength, fortitude and skill in every discipline and field, including science, the arts, law, and politics. Here we take a look at a handful of the inspiring Latinas who have made history, shaped the society we live in, and changed our world for the better. Follow this link.
La Experiancia America from the National Archives offers a wonderful exposition of Hispanic experiences in 20th century America. Follow this link.
Diane Guerrero, star of the Netflix show Orange is the New Black, tells the powerful story about the day her family was deported. Follow this link.
Celebrating our Latinidad, a rich cultural exploration of Latino foodways and traditions. Follow this Link.
Latinos in news and entertainment. Follow this link.
“People think of Latina women as being fiery and fierce, which is usually true”, says Zoe Saldaña, “but I think the quality that so many Latinas possess is strength.” From Selena to Sylvia Rivera, Latinas have shown their strength, fortitude and skill in every discipline and field, including science, the arts, law, and politics. Here we take a look at a handful of the inspiring Latinas who have made history, shaped the society we live in, and changed our world for the better. Follow this link.
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