Bring in the cultures, rich heritage, and traditions of Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela into your learning space. From engaging books and hands-on activities to captivating visual presentations, you’ll find everything you need right here. These resources are perfect for creating a country study unit, honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, or simply sharing the essence of South America with children in an authentic and engaging way. This collection features ready-to-use educational materials including mini books, country-specific children’s books recommendations, and creative activities, all designed to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable.
21-Spanish Speaking Countries Series – Part 2 of 7
Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela
Educational Resources
Country Study Units: Presentation + Mini-Books
This no-prep photo presentation showcases the culture, landmarks, cuisine, and heritage of three South American Nations: Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela. An excellent resource for country units, celebrating Latin American holidays, sub plan or observing Hispanic Heritage Month.
Country Study: Spanish Presentation + Mini-Books
This no-prep Spanish-language photo presentation showcases the culture, landmarks, cuisine, and heritage of three South American Nations: Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela. An excellent resource for introducing regional studies or observing Hispanic Heritage Month.
Children’s Books & Resources
These are books about the country and/or written by an author of that country.
Ecuador
Books
Crafts and Activities
- Quito’s Middle of the World Monument Fun Kids Craft
- Discovering Ecuador with Kids: Espumillas Ecuadorian Street Food
- Miniature Figurines from Kid World Citizen
Colombia
Books
- I Am La Chiva: The Colorful Bus of the Andes
- The Enchanted Life of Valentina Mejía
- Feliz New Year, Ava Gabriela
- Shakira
- Waiting for Biblioburro/Esperando El Biblioburro
- Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia
- Vámonos: Bogotá
- Corre Año Viejo, Corre
- De la A a la Z Colombia (Spanish Edition)
Crafts and Activities
- Vulture (Andean Condor) Paper or Handprint Craft
- La Noche de las Velitas and Farolito Tutorial from Fun for Spanish Teachers
Venezuela
Books
- Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
- The Day you Begin
- How to Eat a Mango
- The Amazing Students of Venezuela
- Roberto’s Trip to the Top
- Zander pregunta
- Venezuela ABCs: A Book About the People and Places of Venezuela (Country ABCs)
- A to Z in Venezuela: El Alfabeto with a Venezuelan Twist
Crafts and Activities
- Venezuela’s Angel Falls Collage Kids Activity from Kid World Citizen
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