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
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GRADE 2 Reading LevelEstela's Swap GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 2 Reading LevelWhen This World Was New GuideAn 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelAmelia's Road GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelThe Birthday Swap GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelFirst Day in Grapes GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelHome at Last GuideAfter 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelThe Pot That Juan Built GuideWritten 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 |
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GRADE 2-3 Reading LevelUnder the Lemon Moon GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 3 Reading Level¡BÉISBOL! Latino Baseball Pioneers and Legends GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 3 Reading LevelConfetti: Poems for Children GuideThe 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 |
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GRADE 3 Reading LevelLove to Mamá GuideThirteen 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 |
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GRADE 3-4 Reading LevelAbuela's Weave GuideA girl in Guatemala learns about family tradition and trust from her grandmother.Themes: Family Traditions, Overcoming Fear, Grandparents Download Classroom Guide in PDF |
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GRADE 3-4 Reading LevelGet Set! Swim! GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 3-4 Reading LevelHow We Are Smart GuideA 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 |
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GRADE 3-4 Reading LevelSay Hola to Spanish Series GuideUsing 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 |
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GRADE 4 Reading LevelAlicia Afterimage Discussion QuestionsA 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 |
Our Active Learner Classroom Guides are designed to help you, the teacher, deliver useful and practical information to your students. So, PLEASE feel free to email your comments and suggestions. If you have ideas for lesson plans to implement with any LEE & LOW titles, send them to us and we will include them with an acknowledgment.
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