Children's Books That Celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we've put together this list of books to add to your child's bookshelf to help keep the conversation about the history and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx culture going all year long. 

Here are our top five favorite books (in no particular order), chosen with input from the Winnie Community.

Alma and How She Got Her Name or Alma y cómo obtuvo su nombre  (Ages 4-8)  

Alma thinks her name is way too long but when her father tells her the story of Sofia, her grandmother who loved flowers and books; Esperanza, her great-grandmother who longed to travel and José, her artist grandfather- she starts to realize how perfect her name really is!

 Dreamers or Soñadores (Ages 2-9)

A memoir and story about family, Dreamers contains an autobiography of the author’s own move from Mexico to the United States. She may have entered the US empty-handed, but she had everything that was truly important with her. 

Separate Is Never Equal: Sylvia Mendez and Her Family’s Fight for Desegregation (Ages 6-10)

Nearly a decade before Brown v. Board of Education, the Mendez family fought to end segregation in California schools. Their story incredible story is documented in this book. 

Frida or Frida (Spanish Edition) (Ages 4-8)

Featuring paintings of young Spanish artist, Ana Juan, Frida tells the story of how Frida Kahlo overcame the obstacles in her life and turned her challenges into art. 

I love Saturdays y domingos or Me encantan los Saturdays y los domingos (Ages 7-9)

A tale of a girl straddling two worlds, through visits with her Grandma and Grandpa on Saturdays and her Abuelo and Abuelita on Sundays. Both sets of grandparents may seem different, but have a great deal in common- including their love for their grandchild. 

My Sister's Quinceañera (Ages 4-8)

Natalia eagerly helps prepare for her older sister's quinceañera, but once the celebration begins she feels left out as the older guests capture her sister's attention. This book is a touching reminder that family traditions and sibling relationships can grow stronger through kindness, reassurance, and shared celebrations.

Please Pass the Tamales! (Ages 4-8)

Children from countries including Mexico, Venezuela, and Ecuador come together with their families to make tamales, each following unique traditions and recipes. The story highlights the shared values of family, culture, and community found across Latin America.

The Women Before Us: Weaving Stories in My Huipil (Ages 4-8)

A young girl learns about her Guatemalan heritage through her huipil, a traditional woven garment. As she discovers the stories of the women who came before her, the audience is introduced to the importance of craftsmanship, cultural traditions, and honoring generations of family history.

Luisa, at Your Service! (Ages 4-8)

Readers follow Luisa as she gives readers a tour of her hometown in Colombia, sharing everything from well-known landmarks to local favorite spots. Along the way, children experience Colombian culture, family life, and the joy of discovering the places that make a community feel like home.

Tíos and Primos (Ages 4-8)

When a young girl visits family in Honduras, she worries because she doesn't speak the same language as many of her relatives. As they spend time together, she discovers that love, laughter, and shared experiences can bridge language barriers, making this a beautiful story about family, belonging, and cultural identity.