Bring in the cultures, rich heritage, and traditions of Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama 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 3 of 7
Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama
Educational Resources
Country Study Units: Presentation + Mini-Books
This no-prep photo presentation showcases the culture, landmarks, cuisine, and heritage of three Central America Nations: Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. 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 Central America Nations: Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. 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.
Nicaragua:
- Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds by Jorge Argueta
- Dennis Martínez, el chavalo relámpago by María López Vigil
- Leyendas Increíbles: Tomo I: Leyendas tradicionales de Latinoamérica con ilustraciones by Sergio Bustamante
- Manu, el valiente mono araña | Manu, the brave spider monkey: Cuento para niños (Bilingual edition) by Sergio Bustamante
Costa Rica:
- Costa Rica ABCs: A Book About the People and Places of Costa Rica (Country ABCs)
- El Loro Tico Tango and The Parrot Tico Tango by Anna Witte
- Fernando’s Gift / El Regalo de Fernando (English and Spanish Edition)
- After A While Crocodile: Alexa’s Diary by Dr. Brady Barr
Activities and Crafts
- Carreta Craft from All Done Monkey
- Lantern Craft from All Done Monkey
- Parrot Tico Tango from All Done Monkey
Panama:
- Silver People: Voices from the Panama Canal by Margarita Engle
- Hands of the Rain Forest: The Emberá People of Panama by Rachell Crandell
- VÁMONOS: Panama City (Bilingual: English/Spanish)
- Conejito: A Folktale from Panama by Margaret Read MacDonald
- Mariano’s First Glove / El Primer Guante de Mariano by Robert Casilla
- Danilo Was Here: A Middle Grade Story of Baseball, Family, and Resilience for Children by Tamika Burgess
Activities and Crafts
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