Middle School Latinx Studies Resources (by price, low to high)

Celebrate Mexican history and culture with this engaging 90-minute classroom lesson about Cinco de Mayo! Using a short, informative video by History channel, students will learn the true story behind May 5th, exploring key historical events like the Battle of Puebla, the role of General Ignacio Zaragoza, and the resistance against French invasion.

This lesson clears up common misconceptions about the holiday and dives into important vocabulary, critical thinking, and creative writing. A printable student worksheet is included with a variety of activities:

✔️ Vocabulary matching
✔️ Comprehension questions
✔️ Timeline sorting
✔️ Map labeling
✔️ Diary-style creative writing

An answer key is provided for easy grading. This resource is ideal for Grades 4–8, Social Studies, History, or ESL classes, and is perfect for cultural celebration weeks or May-themed lessons.

Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to Latin American Revolutions! Answer Keys included!

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to review key terms relating to life in the early Americas! Answer Keys included!

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This is a nonfiction biographical reading passage about Rigoberta Menchú as a Latina Changemaker and a Female Leader. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Hispanic Heritage Month and Women's History Month.

DIFFERENTIATED LEVELS FOR ALL LEARNERS

- Early elementary (1-3)

- Upper elementary (4-6)

- Complex Readers (7-12)

*Each newsletter is 2 pages.

Information on...

➡️ Early Life

➡️ Career

➡️ Interesting Facts

➡️ Influence

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

❤️Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and Hispanic Heritage in your classroom this October? Your students will love learning about this important holiday and how it is celebrated, while making beautiful alebrije (calavera, sugar skull) writing craft projects!

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✏️Great to use in Spanish classrooms! Writing projects can be written in English or Spanish.

✏️Day of the Dead writing prompts allow your student to choose from a variety of topics and writing types (expository, descriptive, persuasive, narrative, poetry etc.)!

✏️Graphic organizers encourage students to brainstorm their ideas before writing!

✏️Use the cultural guide (included) to teach (social studies / history) about Día de los Muertos and the activities traditionally practiced during the celebration.

✏️Crafts are differentiated! Students can color or decorate their craft, choose from a variety of writing prompts, and writing sheet options (dotted vs. single lines etc.)

✏️Use the arts and craft writing projects (sugar skull, cat, or dog) to meaningfully decorate your bulletin board, classroom, or hallway, while displaying your students' festive creativity!

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⭐️Great for centers (literacy, writing, art), Day of the Dead parties, whole group lessons, independent work, partner work, indoor recess, sub tub, intervention programs and more!

⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go!

⭐️Create a writing bulletin board, door, or hallway by displaying craftivities!

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✅ Includes: (31 pages)

☑ Teaching materials (1 page)

☑ Craft directions (1 page)

☑ Writing prompts (1 page)

☑ Graphic organizers (6 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - single lines - thick (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - dotted lines - thin (2 pages)

☑ Sugar skull writing craft pieces - (8 pages)

☑ Cat skull writing craft pieces - (4 pages)

☑ Dog skull writing craft pieces - (4 pages)

✅ Bonus: (3 pages)

☑ What you need to know (1 page)

☑ Table of contents (2 pages)

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Dive into the World of the Aztec Empire with this Interactive World History Reading Assignment!

This comprehensive Aztec Empire reading assignment provides an in-depth exploration of Aztec society, culture, religion, and achievements, perfect for middle and high school world history students. Crafted to engage students in learning about the fascinating aspects of Aztec life, this resource combines engaging reading material with thought-provoking comprehension questions to deepen historical understanding.

Engage Students in the Fascinating World of the Inca Empire with this Interactive Reading Assignment!

Take your students on a journey through the rich history and culture of the Inca Empire with this ready-to-use interactive reading assignment. Perfect for your middle school and high school world history classes, this resource immerses students in one of the most powerful and advanced civilizations in the Americas, all while reinforcing critical reading comprehension and analytical skills.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passage: A detailed, multi-paragraph passage that covers key aspects of the Inca Empire, including their rise to power, government structure, societal roles, achievements, and the impact of Spanish conquest.
• Comprehension and Analysis Questions: Thought-provoking questions that challenge students to recall key facts and think critically about the Inca civilization’s influence on history.
• Key Terms and Definitions: Important vocabulary words bolded throughout the text with clear definitions to enhance student understanding.
• Interactive Elements: Encourage student engagement with activities like mapping the empire’s geography, exploring the significance of Incan engineering, and analyzing primary sources.

Key Features:

• Aligned with World History Topics: This assignment ties directly into your world history curriculum, making it a seamless addition to lessons on pre-Columbian civilizations or global empires.
• Engages Critical Thinking: Students will go beyond simple fact recall, diving into higher-order thinking with questions that prompt analysis, comparison, and historical perspective.
• No Prep Needed: Simply print or upload to your learning platform, and your students are ready to explore the legacy of the Inca Empire.
• Suitable for Multiple Learning Styles: Visual learners will appreciate the maps and images, while textual learners can dive deep into the reading and analysis.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for classwork, homework, distance learning, or even as a substitute teacher resource.

How It Works:

Students will read through a detailed passage on the Inca Empire, complete comprehension questions, and engage with interactive activities that foster a deeper understanding of this significant historical era.

Bring the history of the Inca Empire to life in your classroom with this engaging, no-prep Interactive World History Reading Assignment!

Engage students with this interactive reading assignment that details the history, culture, and achievements of the Maya civilization! Perfect for virtual learning or independent work! Have students follow along while teaching the material, or assign a copy to each student on Google Classroom as an assignment!

Bring the captivating world of legends to your Spanish classroom with this comprehensive Legends Project. Perfect for exploring Spanish-speaking cultures, this project helps students learn about famous legends from different countries, while developing critical skills in identifying themes, understanding story elements, and honing their writing.

What’s Included:

• Legend Sign-Up Sheet: A pre-made sign-up list featuring suggested legends from various Spanish-speaking countries, making it easy to assign diverse topics.
• 4 Interactive Activities: Designed to deepen students' understanding, these activities guide them through analyzing themes, recognizing story characteristics, and exploring cultural significance.
• Rubric for Assessment: Clear and detailed, this rubric provides guidelines for evaluation to help students focus on essential elements.
• Warm-Up Page: A perfect introduction to legends, where students review cultural background and build anticipation.
• Characteristics Identification Page: An engaging activity that invites students to explore and document key features of legends.

This Spanish legends project is ideal for language practice, cultural enrichment, and reinforcing Spanish reading comprehension. With everything from printable worksheets to project rubrics, this resource offers a fun, educational experience that’s both engaging and easy to use!

Perfect for Spanish Teachers Seeking:

• Cultural exploration in the classroom
• Interactive Spanish projects
• High-quality Spanish teaching materials
• Creative Spanish writing activities

A fun approach for Day of the Dead.

It's an easy Escape Room that contains various tasks for students.

Middle School-High school level appropriate.

Inside is a Self-checking quiz of Latin-American countries plus a printable activity for students to fill-in.

Latin America is made up of 6 major regions: the (1) Mexico Region, (2) the Latin Caribbean Region, (3) the Central American Region, (4) the Andean Region, (5) the Brazil Region, and (6) the Southern cone Region. The Latin American region is a diverse and vibrant area of the world with a rich cultural heritage that has greatly influenced global society.

By studying Latin America, middle and high school students can gain a deeper understanding of the history, politics, economy, and social issues of the region, as well as the connections between Latin America and the rest of the world. Additionally, learning about Latin America can help students develop a greater appreciation for the cultural diversity and unique perspectives that exist within the region. Overall, studying Latin America regions can broaden students' knowledge and foster a more inclusive and informed worldview.

☑ For secondary — middle school and high school students

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INCLUDES:

• Teacher-Detailed Instructions
• 6 Stand-Alone Jigsaw Reading Passages, One on Each Region of Latin America
• Map of Latin America
• Doodle Notes
• Optional Choice Board Activity
• Exit Cards
• Students will need access to the Internet at each station.

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OTHER RESOURCES YOU MAY LIKE:

✧ South & Central American Resources

✧ Central & South America Geography Bundle

✧ Central America Tic-Tac-Toe Activity

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The Most Dangerous way to school- Mexico

The Most Dangerous way to school- West Mexico

The Most Dangerous way to school- Sierra Madre and Mexico City

Coming soon The Most Dangerous way to school- South and West Mexico

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Documentales

de la Inmigración

☀️**¿Buscas exponer a tus estudiantes a la verdadera experiencia de inmigración para algunas personas? Estos documentales hablan de aspectos importantes que a veces los libros de textos no incluyen.**

Una compilación de documentales que tratan de la inmigración.

☀️Videos incluyen:

• El Darién Documental
• Águilas del Desierto
• México País destino de migrantes
• Cnn video de la frontera
• España y el desbordo de migrantes
• Bono: sugerencias
• Preguntas y respuestas incluidas

Most Americans don’t even know the Pan-American Highway exists.

The lesson begins with a short introductory PowerPoint presentation that gains students' interest in the highway. Students will work together in cooperative groups or individually to learn about the longest highway in the Western Hemisphere, that has ultimately been forgotten. They will trace the route through an interactive reading activity. Students will then work together to plan a road trip along the highway along the Pan American Highway, stopping at 14 different destinations along the route.

Starting in Alaska and stretching to Argentina, this is the Western Hemisphere’s longest highway. (Relative Location) Studying the Pan-American Highway in geography is essential for understanding the interconnectedness of the North and South American continents.

The Pan-American Highway spans over 19,000 miles. It is the longest road in the world. By examining the highway’s route, geographers gain insight into diverse landscapes, climates, and cultures. (Place: Physical Characteristics) This helps us appreciate the geographical features that shape the regions it traverses. It also reveals how human activities have influenced the environment. (Human-Environment Interaction)

Moreover, the Pan-American Highway plays a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce between countries in the Americas. (Movement of goods and services) It serves as a major transportation artery, connecting economies and promoting economic growth in the region. Studying the highway provides valuable insights into the patterns of trade and migration within the Americas. (Movement of people and ideas) It also uncovers the challenges and opportunities from its construction and maintenance. Understanding the highway’s significance in globalization and regional integration helps geographers. This is an amazing route to study running through North America, Central America, and South America.

☑ For secondary — middle school and high school students

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🟢 Teacher-Detailed Instructions 🟢 The Forgotten Pan-American Highway Introductory PowerPoint 🟢 The Forgotten Pan-American Highway Reading Activity 🟢 Pan-American Map to use alongside the reading activity 🟢 Student Research Guide to help guide them in their research at each destination along the Pan-American Highway. 🟢 Most Interesting Facts Activity Sheet 🟢 Exit Cards

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✧ Central & South America Resources ✧ Central & South America Bundle ✧ Latin American Resources ✧ Let Us Build A Bundle Just For You! — Simply, choose the lesson you want and get each at a discount when you bundle them.

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Total Pages | 8 Page Lesson + 4 PowerPoint Answer Key | N/A Teaching Duration | 90 minutes Tags | PowerPoint Presentations Activities : Lesson

VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos

Echoes of Empires

Join host John Leguizamo as he explores the achievements and rise of the great empires and civilizations in Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean, including the Taino, Olmec, Inca, Maya, Aztec, and others.

Episode 1 and 2 Threads in the American Tapestry

Sub Plans 3

Sub Plans Bundle 3: Engaging Activities for Your Days Out!

This Sub Plans Bundle is packed with 48 pages of fresh, interactive activities designed to keep your students engaged and learning, even when you're out of the classroom. Perfect for Spanish classes of all levels, these ready-to-go activities are both fun and educational, helping students build skills in reading, math, vocabulary, and creative thinking.

What’s Inside:

• Unscramble the Pictures: Boosts observation and language skills as students put mixed-up images in the correct order.
• Historias Locas: Fun and creative story-building exercises that spark imagination and reinforce vocabulary.
• Reading with Cognates: Helps students gain confidence with Spanish by identifying and understanding familiar words.
• Matemáticas en Español: Math problems in Spanish to strengthen both language and math skills.
• Reading Anuncios: Real-life reading practice with engaging advertisements in Spanish.

Plus, many more surprises designed to make learning fun and stress-free for both students and substitutes!

This Sub Plans Bundle is the perfect backup to ensure a smooth, productive day whenever you’re out of the classroom. Just print and go!

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• Lorena la Pies Ligeros
• The Most dangerous ways to Mexico-
• The Most dangerous ways to Mexico-Sierra Madre
• The Most dangerous ways to Mexico-Mexico City
• Tarahumara Power Lesson

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❤️Looking for educational crafts to help celebrate Day of the Dead? Your students will have fun learning all about Dia de Los Muertos while practicing important literacy and creative skills with these printable crafts and coloring pages!

✅Great for art centers, literacy centers, writing centers, social studies lessons, sub tub, early finishers, independent morning work, partner work, small group work, peer tutoring, or extra practice at home for your elementary learners!

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☑ Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Writing Crafts

☑ Day of the Dead Alebrijes Writing Crafts

☑ Day of the Dead Mexican Folk Art Coloring Pages

☑ Day of the Dead Coloring Pages

☑ Day of the Dead Activities

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Hispanic Heritage Month - Growing Bundle

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Day of the Dead - Growing Bundle
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Enhance your study of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca with the Civilizations of the Americas Activity Bundle and save over 30% off regular price! Included in the bundle are THREE Interactive Reading Lessons (notes, reading passages, built-in warm-ups, review questions, writing prompts, and exit tickets), PowerPoint Notes with corresponding graphic organizer and quiz, and the Pre-Columbian Americas crossword and word search combo to review key terms!