The United States alone has over 60 million people who identify as Hispanic and/or Latino, according to the 2021 U.S. Census. That’s equivalent to nearly one fifth of the U.S. population. These numbers underscores why it’s so important for educators to how important it is to build an inclusive classroom where diverse histories, experiences, and cultures are taught, engaged with, and respected. During Hispanic Heritage Month (also referred to as National Hispanic American Heritage Month), there’s also a timely opportunity to take the learning one step further. Read on for classroom activities to help you teach during Hispanic Heritage Month and the rest of the school year.
Classroom Activities About Hispanic History, Culture, and Experiences
These lessons and classroom activities will help your students learn more deeply about Hispanic culture, history, and individuals all year-long.
Research and discuss the achievements of Hispanic leaders.
Teach your students about Hispanic leaders with these research activities, posters, and coloring pages.
Hispanic Heritage Month Spanish Posters and Coloring Pages Bundle by Mrs Cabello Spanish Class
PreK-2nd Grades
Hispanic Heritage Month – Gary Soto – Worksheets and Readings-Dual by Ready to Teach Bilinguals
1st-5th Grades
100 Hispanics in World History Research Packet (100th Day) by MommyMaestra
5th-8th Grades
Notable Hispanic People: Poster Set and Project Research BUNDLE by Brighter Day Classroom
8th-12th Grades
Take a spin around the globe.
Hispanic Americans come from many different nations — each with their own unique set of cultures and histories. Use these activities to introduce your students to some (or all!) of these places.
All About Hispanic Countries / Hispanic Countries Booklets by Learning with Mrs. Fresh
2nd-4th Grades
Mi Pasaporte al Mundo Latino by Middle School Maestra
5th-10th Grades
Read books and watch films by and about Hispanic individuals.
Celebrate Hispanic heritage in your classroom by sharing books that are either about or written by Hispanic individuals.
Danza! by Duncan Tonatiuh Book Companion by LisaTeachR’s Classroom
3rd-5th Grade
Book Companion to Alma and How She Got Her Name Speech Therapy by Talking About Talking-Speech Therapy
K-5th Grade
Cesar Chavez Film Viewing Guide by Barraug Books and Curriculum
9th-12th Grades
Explore cultural traditions.
Learning about cultural traditions is one way to spark students’ curiosity and supplement your lessons around Hispanic heritage and history.
Spanish Non Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages | Puerto Rico Food by La Misi de Español
6th-8th Grades
Discover more classroom activities and resources to help you teach during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond.
This blog post, originally published in 2020, was updated for 2023.
