Explore the impactful lives of Hispanic activists advocating for social justice and their enduring legacy. Now more than ever, it is so important to teach our children about social justice and notable Hispanic activists. Have you been watching the news? Social media? Then you know! Many Latinos adults can relateRead More →
Julia de Burgos is known as Puerto Rico’s most famous Latina poet. She was born on February 17, 1914, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and died on July 6, 1953, in Harlem, New York. She was a teacher, writer, and civil rights activist for women and African/Afro-Caribbean writers. Also known asRead More →
“Art is food for the soul” Fernando Llort Today’s post is on El Salvador’s most famous artist: Fernando Llort. About Fernando Llort Fernando Llort was born on April 7, 1949, and he is known as “El Salvador’s National Artist” by the Foundation for Self-Sufficiency in Central America. His art isRead More →
José Campeche is Puerto Rico’s first and most significant painter of the 18th century. He was born on January 6, 1751, to Tomás Campeche a freed slave who purchased his freedom, and to María Jordán originally from the Canary Islands. Of Afro-Caribbean descent, Campeche learned his father’s trade of decoratorRead More →
It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and I have a treat for you! Looking for easy South American crafts for kids? Here you’ll find Hispanic-inspired crafts for kids from countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain! With 50+ kids’ crafts, you’re sure to find a favorite for your kids to make.Read More →
Hispanic Heritage Month is about celebrating the history and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans. For the past couple of years we have been celebrating it at little one’s school and community. If your school and/or community doesn’t celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month why not bring it to them? Celebrating HispanicRead More →