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Latino/Hispanic Classroom Guides

LEE & LOW BOOKS is committed to serving the needs of today's teachers and students. It is our goal to provide educators with books that address the experiences of people of all backgrounds, but especially children of color—who now make up more than half of the school population. Our diverse collection includes contemporary fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. In addition, we publish historical fiction and biographies, often focusing on lesser-known figures who have been ignored by traditional history books. Our books give these heroes their day in the sun and make their contributions known to a wider audience of readers.

Our books also satisfy the requirements of national standards. Our Active Learner Classroom Guides are FREE for classroom use and are available in both on-line format and as downloadable PDFs.

Active Learner Classroom Guide Common Features:

Reading Levels and Themes
Story Synopsis and Background Information
Special Teaching Tips
Pre-Reading Focus Questions
Exploring the Book
Setting a Purpose for Reading
Vocabulary
After-Reading Discussion Questions
Literature Circles
Reader's Response
Other Writing Activities
ELL/ESL Teaching Strategies
Interdisciplinary Activities
About the Author and Illustrator
Web Resources

	GRADE 2 Reading Level Estela's Swap Guide A Mexican American girl learns to value the act of giving when she attends her first swap meet. Themes: Culture and Tradition, Generosity, Compassion, Helping Others, Trading/Bargaining, Swap Meets/Flea Markets, Latino/Hispanic American Interest Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2 Reading Level When This World Was New Guide An uplifting story about a young boy overcoming his fears and embracing his new home in America. Themes: Immigration, Latino Americans, Overcoming Fear, Father-Son Relationships Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level Amelia's Road Guide A girl from a migrant worker family overcomes the hardship of moving by creating a special place for herself. Themes: Migrant Workers, Farming, Home, Mexican Americans Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level The Birthday Swap Guide A Mexican American girl looks for the perfect birthday gift for her sister and ends up with a big surprise of her own. Themes: Birthdays, Sisters, Cultural/Family Heritage and Traditions, Sharing and Giving, Community, Latino (Mexican American) Interest Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level First Day in Grapes Guide A boy from a migrant worker family grows in self-confidence when he uses his prowess in math to stand up to bullies in his new school. Themes: Self-esteem, Bullying, Conflict Resolution, Family Pride, Migrant Families, Making Friends, Latino Hispanic Interest Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level Home at Last Guide After moving to the United States with her family, a Mexican girl helps her mother adjust to their new surroundings by encouraging her to learn English. Themes: Mothers, Family, Overcoming Fear, Immigration, Latino/Hispanic Interest Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level The Pot That Juan Built Guide Written in the style of "The House That Jack Built," this cleverly crafted tale tells the story of Juan Quezada, the premier potter in Mexico. Themes: Latino/Hispanic Interest, History, Sharing/Giving, Pottery Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 2-3 Reading Level Under the Lemon Moon Guide A girl in Mexico learns about generosity and forgiveness when she discovers someone has stolen lemons from her tree. Themes: Forgiving, Sharing, Community, Mexico Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3 Reading Level ¡BÉISBOL! Latino Baseball Pioneers and Legends Guide A celebration of Latino baseball superstars from 1900-1960 who were pioneers of the sport. Themes: Baseball History, Sports, Prejudice, Excellence, Latino Heritage Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3 Reading Level Confetti: Poems for Children Guide The renowned poet celebrates the culture and landscape of the Southwest through the eyes of a Mexican American girl. Themes: Poetry, Latino Culture, Nature, Southwest Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3 Reading Level Love to Mamá Guide Thirteen Latino poets celebrate their bonds with their mothers and grandmothers. Themes: Intergenerational Relationships, Mothers, Grandparents, Latino/Hispanic Interest, Family Traditions Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3-4 Reading Level Abuela's Weave Guide A girl in Guatemala learns about family tradition and trust from her grandmother. Themes: Family Traditions, Overcoming Fear, Grandparents Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3-4 Reading Level Get Set! Swim! Guide A young Hispanic girl learns about the value of teamwork and family pride at her first big swim meet. Themes: Sports, Competition/Teamwork, Self-confidence, Family Pride, Love, Tradition Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3-4 Reading Level How We Are Smart Guide A multifaceted biography of twelve talented people that introduces readers to the eight ways people can be smart and the realization that intelligence is "not about how smart you are, but how you are smart." Themes: Learning, Creativity, Self-Esteem, Diversity, Occupations, Multiple Intelligences Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 3-4 Reading Level Say Hola to Spanish Series Guide Using rhymed text in a combination of English and Spanish, these books provide lively and colorful language lessons. Themes: Learning Spanish Download Classroom Guide in PDF
	GRADE 4 Reading Level Alicia Afterimage Discussion Questions A story of remembrance as well as an exploration of teen grief and healing, recounting the life and death of the author's sixteen-year-old daughter, as told through her parents' and friends' recollections, thoughts, feelings, and memories. Themes: Death, Teen Grief, Friendship, Family, Healing and Remembrance, Driver Safety Download Discussion Questions in PDF

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