Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Remote K-8 while you earn PBIS Points and More! by Carla Corall

Introduction to Hispanic Heritage Month

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Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 to October 15 each year. It's a time to celebrate people whose families come from places like Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. We do this by learning about their music, food, and fun traditions!

Why Do We Celebrate?

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We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to honor the amazing things Hispanic and Latino people have done, and to learn more about the cultures and traditions that make the community so special!

Where does your family or your last name come from?

History of Hispanic Heritage Month

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Did you know Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 because it’s the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries?

Can you name one of them?

Cesar Chavez

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Cesar Chavez was a Mexican-American leader and activist who fought for farmworkers to be treated fairly in the United States. He co-founded the National Farm Workers Association and believed everyone should be kind and work together to make the world a better place.

How can you help someone you know or at home to make the world a better place? Comment below!

Frida Kahlo Museum Virtual Tour

carlacorall — 2025-09-11 14:22:43 UTC

Frida Kahlo was a famous artist from Mexico. She painted pictures that showed her feelings and used lots of bright colors.

Click on the link to take a virtual tour of her house and answer one of the following questions:

What colors did Frida use?
What emotions do you think the color blue would be? What about yellow?
How do the colors in Frida's house make you feel?
Can you describe something you liked in her house?

Sonia Sotomayor

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Sonia Sotomayor is Puerto Rican-American and the first Hispanic and Latina Supreme Court Justice in U.S. history!

Click on the link to learn more about her story.

Ellen Ochoa

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Ellen Ochoa is Mexican-American and the first Hispanic woman to go to space! She is an engineer, former astronaut, and she showed everyone that they can reach for the stars!

If you could go to space like Ellen Ochoa, what would you want to see?

Mexican Museum of Art Virtual Tour

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Click on the link to explore the Mexican Museum of Art.

What do you see? Comment below!

Traditional Foods

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From tacos to tamales, Latin America is famous for delicious food!

Comment a Hispanic dish you'd try and why.

Explore Puerto Rican Instruments and Sounds with Alma!

carlacorall — 2025-09-11 14:22:47 UTC

Hispanic cultures are known for music and dances. In this fun game, you can mix sounds using Puerto Rican instruments and rhythms. Try different beats and create your own music, just like Alma and her friends!

What instrument was your favorite and why?

Make Your Own Papel Picado

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Papel picado is a colorful Mexican decoration made by cutting designs into paper.

Try making your own with this tutorial!

Write a Short Story

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Imagine you are a famous Hispanic hero. Write or draw a short story about how you made a difference! Share your story on this board.

Learn a Spanish Word Each Day

carlacorall — 2025-09-11 14:22:50 UTC

Let’s learn! Try saying 'Hola' (Hello), 'Gracias' (Thank you), and 'Amigo' (Friend) this week. Share your favorite Spanish word here!

Hispanic Heritage Celebration at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

carlacorall — 2025-09-13 20:37:14 UTC

Come enjoy music, dancing, and art on September 20th from 12–4 PM. It’s free and fun for everyone! Click on the link for more information.

What is the Day of the Dead (Día de los muertos)?

carlacorall — 2025-09-15 12:14:27 UTC

This Mexican holiday is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, and honors loved ones who have passed away with colorful altars, food, music, and art.

Watch this 2 minute video to learn more and comment something new you learned.

Celia Cruz

carlacorall — 2025-09-15 15:44:49 UTC

Celia Cruz is an Afro-Cuban singer known as the "Queen of Salsa." Salsa is a type of dance music that mixes Afro-Cuban music with Caribbean styles. She is the first Afro-Latina that will be on the U.S. quarter!

Zoe Saldana

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Zoë Saldaña-Perego is an Oscar-winning actress and trained dancer who was born in the Dominican Republic and has starred in several blockbuster franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Avatar. She's appeared in four of the highest-grossing films of all time, including the top three, and her movies have grossed over $11 billion worldwide. Saldaña's acting career began with guest spots on Law & Order in 1999 and her film debut in the 2000 dance drama Center Stage.

Created by Ms. Banks