May 7, 2013 by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman | Learning Resources, Reading
Below are some fun books that children from grades K-12 can read to learn more about Cinco de Mayo, Mexican and Mexican-American culture.
K-1:
Cinco de Mouse-O! by Judy Cox: Humorous story about an adventurous mouse & an easy introduction to the Cinco de Mayo holiday.
Off We Go to Mexico by Laurie Krebs: Picture book that follows a family as they discover Mexico.
2-3:
Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating the Traditions of Mexico by Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith: Follow Rosa, a Mexican-American girl from California, as she learns about the true meaning of Cinco de Mayo.
Mexico by Elaine Landau: Nonfiction book with fun facts & pictures about Mexico.
4-5:
Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo: with Fiestas, Music, and Dance by Carolyn Otto: Easy text to read aloud with color photos about Cinco de Mayo.
Mexico!: 40 Activities to Experience Mexico Past & Present by Susan Milord: Discusses the history & daily life of Mexico, using a variety of activities to reinforce the information.
6-8:
The Best Mariachi in the World by J.D. Smith and Dani Jones: Gustavo wants be in a mariachi band & become the best mariachi singer in the world.
Mexico & Central America: A Fiesta of Cultures, Crafts, and Activities for Ages 8-12 by Mary C. Turck: Multicultural activity book celebrates cultures of Mexico & Central America.
9-12:
The Latino Holiday Book: From Cinco de Mayo to Dia De Los Muertos: The Celebrations and Traditions of Hispanic-Americans by Valerie Menard: Covers Latino holidays & traditions including Cinco de Mayo.
Laughing Out Loud, I Fly by Juan Felipe Herrera: Poems by author about growing up Mexican-American.
What fun books do you recommend for Cinco de Mayo?
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