Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration in the United States that takes place from September 15th to October 15th. It recognizes and honors the contributions, culture, and history of Hispanic and Latinx communities. It is important to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month for students and families because it promotes cultural diversity, fosters inclusivity, and provides an opportunity to learn about the rich heritage and achievements of Hispanic and Latino individuals. It helps to create a sense of pride, belonging, and understanding among students and families from these communities, while also encouraging cross-cultural appreciation and awareness among all individuals. This activity honors Hispanic and Latino heroes along with providing students an opportunity for representation and seeing themselves reflected in the classroom and therapeutic spaces.
Therapists, Teachers and/or students read through each slide about a Hispanic or Latino Hero’s profession. Student then select the things that belong or go with that profession. This resource also includes Hispanic Heritage Month Worksheets that provide more information about each of the heroes and follow up comprehension questions. Also, as an added bonus Hispanic Heritage Month Agenda slides are included.
Heroes in the resource: Guillermo González Camarena, Frida Kahlo, Cesar Chavez, Celia Cruz, Evelyn Cisneros, Jaime Escalante, Selena Quintanilla, Aaron Sanchez, Ellen Ochoa, Oscar de la Hoya, Sonia Sotomayor, Miquel Cardona, Laurie Hernandez, Leonel Messi, Antonia Novella, Oscar de la Renta, Lin Manuel Miranda, Fernando Valenzuela, Carlos Santana, Fernando Botero, Judy Baca, Jose M. Hernandez, Eva Peron, Gloria Estefan, Quino, Rigoberta Menchu, Dolores Huerta, Pablo Picasso, Jorge Ramos.
This resource may be used as a whole class presentation from a projector or printed out.
Culturally responsive practices and identity safe environments for our student extend beyond the month honoring a particular culture. Through thoughtful reflection, practitioners can foster student representation throughout the school year.