Latin American culture is deeply embedded in American culture as a whole. From the Latin rock scene in San Francisco to the hip-hop world of New York, Latin American artists have influenced every genre of modern music. Learn about the...

Students define the terms Hispanic and Latino and explain why most immigrants from Central and South America and teh Caribbean prefer one over the other. They define cultural identity, acculturation, and assimilation. Students explain...

Stereotypes can be painful if they are used to discriminate against others. Statistics, however, can be helpful in dispelling myths propagated by stereotypes. Using a thoughtful lesson plan, scholars complete graphic organizers...

What is a common stereotype people may think about you; is it true? Using a thought-provoking lesson, high schoolers analyze common stereotypes of the Latino-American population versus statistical data. Scholars review data and...

The intent of this resource is to explore Latin American accomplishments in baseball, recognizing the changes in demographics of players over the last century. Social studies classes begin with a discussion and brainstorm surrounding...

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Colombian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Costa Rican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Cuban Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ecuadoran Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Guatemalan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Honduran Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Mexican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Nicaraguan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Panamanian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Paraguayan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Peruvian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Puerto Rican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Salvadoran Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)