Readings for Teachers: 

Latino Peoples in the New America: Racialization and Resistance edited by José A. Cobas, Joe R. Feagin, Daniel J. Delgado, and Maria Chávez

This book covers topics from historic oppression and misracialization of the Latino community in the United States and around the world to how the community has resisted and survived this oppression.

 

Finding Latinx: In Search of the Voices Redefining Latino Identity by Paola Ramos

Ramos’s book explores how the term Latinx has created a community and solidarity for Latino Americans in the United States throughout modern history.

 

War Against All Puerto Ricans: Revolution and Terror in America’s Colony by Nelson A. Denis

A comprehensive history of the colonial effect all rulers have had on the island of Puerto Rico from a culturally, economic, and legal perspective.

 

Teaching Gloria E. Anzaldúa: Pedagogy and Practice for Our Classrooms and Communities edited by Margaret Cantú-Sánchez, Candace de León-Zepeda, and Norma Elia Cantú

A collection of essays from educators on how they implemented Anzaldúa’s theories on bettering society in both communities and classrooms.

 

Latino Images in Film by Charles Ramirez Berg

A book synthesizing narratives of stereotyping, resistance, and survival of Latinos in popular culture.

 

American Latino Theme Study by Victori-María MacDonald

A National Park Service essay covering Latinx resistance from the Colonial Era to the present.

 

Readings for Students: 

Latino USA: A Cartoon History by Ilan Stavans, illustrated by Lalo Alcaraz

A collection of comics share the serious and dark history of Latino experiences within the United States while weaving in representations of Hispanic culture through stereotypes.

 

Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States by Sabrina Vourvoulias, illustrated by Gloria Félix

This series of case studies highlights 30 unique individuals who are recognized for their contributions to the United States in-depth on their backgrounds and journeys.  Vourvoulias also includes guiding questions and a glossary for teachers looking to create a more representative and inclusive history curriculum.

 

Tertulia by Vincent Toro

A collection of poems that references the Latin American concept of “tertulia,” or a gathering, and applies it to the Latinx community in the United States from a social justice lens.