Week of October 3, 2022 | TK & K | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
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Head and Shoulders, Knees and Toes
Paletero Man, by Lucky Diaz
In a vibrant Los Angeles neighborhood, a little boy finally catches up to Paletero José, who has the perfect treats for a hot summer day. When he finds his pockets are empty, the entire community bands together to help with the dinero.
Crafty Connection Coloring sheet with paleta recipe
Paletero Man, by Lucky Diaz
In a vibrant Los Angeles neighborhood, a little boy finally catches up to Paletero José, who has the perfect treats for a hot summer day. When he finds his pockets are empty, the entire community bands together to help with the dinero.
Crafty Connection Coloring sheet with paleta recipe
Week of October 3, 2022 | First Grade | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
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YouTube Tortillas de Agua, San Pedro, Sonora, Mexico (view to 1 min. 35 sec.)
Tiny Tortilla, by Arlene Williams
Juan Carlos discovers that with patience and the right touch he can transform a tiny ball of special tortilla dough into unexpected shapes.
Crafty Connection Coloring sheet with tortilla elephant ears recipe
Tiny Tortilla, by Arlene Williams
Juan Carlos discovers that with patience and the right touch he can transform a tiny ball of special tortilla dough into unexpected shapes.
Crafty Connection Coloring sheet with tortilla elephant ears recipe
Week of October 3, 2022 | Second Grade | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
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Federico and the Wolf, by Rebecca J. Gomez
A modern retelling of Little Red Riding Hood in which Federico rides his bicycle to the market for Abuelo's groceries, then stands up to a hungry wolf.
Craft Connection Coloring sheet with pico de gallo recipe
A modern retelling of Little Red Riding Hood in which Federico rides his bicycle to the market for Abuelo's groceries, then stands up to a hungry wolf.
Craft Connection Coloring sheet with pico de gallo recipe
Week of October 3, 2022 | Third Grade | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
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Video Oye Como Va, recorded by Carlos Santana
Oye como va mi ritmo (listen how my rhythm goes)
Bueno pa' gozar (it's good for enjoying) -- pa' is an informal way to say para (for)
Chato's Kitchen, by Gary Soto
Chato, the coolest, low-riding cat in East LA, is cooking up a feast to serve with his new neighbors, a family of five plump mice-- who have no idea they are to be the main course at their own housewarming party. Luckily, the mice are bringing a surprise guest!
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
Oye como va mi ritmo (listen how my rhythm goes)
Bueno pa' gozar (it's good for enjoying) -- pa' is an informal way to say para (for)
Chato's Kitchen, by Gary Soto
Chato, the coolest, low-riding cat in East LA, is cooking up a feast to serve with his new neighbors, a family of five plump mice-- who have no idea they are to be the main course at their own housewarming party. Luckily, the mice are bringing a surprise guest!
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
Week of October 3, 2022 | Fourth Grade | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
 Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) | |  |
Video Frida Kahlo: a Brief History (school friendly)
Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a Mexican artist who is famous for her self-portraits. She used art to express her emotions in various moments of her life and to reflect the lifelong pain she felt after an accident. She was very proud of her Mexican heritage and this is also shown in her paintings which feature bright colors, dramatic symbols, and traditional Mexican clothing. Frida Kahlo remains an inspiration to those who use art to express strong emotions.
Frida Kahlo, by Mike Venezia
Discusses the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, her art, and her marriage to Diego Rivera.
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a Mexican artist who is famous for her self-portraits. She used art to express her emotions in various moments of her life and to reflect the lifelong pain she felt after an accident. She was very proud of her Mexican heritage and this is also shown in her paintings which feature bright colors, dramatic symbols, and traditional Mexican clothing. Frida Kahlo remains an inspiration to those who use art to express strong emotions.
Frida Kahlo, by Mike Venezia
Discusses the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, her art, and her marriage to Diego Rivera.
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
Week of October 3, 2022 | Fifth Grade | Hispanic/Latinx Heritage
 Cesar Chavez (1927-1993) | |  |
Video Oye Como Va, recorded by Carlos Santana
Video Cesar Chavez: American Civil Rights Activist - Fast Facts | History (play to min. 1:40)
In 1968, Cesar Chavez led a boycott that resulted in a collective bargaining agreement guaranteeing field workers the right to unionize.
Harvesting Hope, by Kathleen Krull
When Cesar Chavez was 10 years old, drought forced his family to leave its Arizona ranch and move to California. The family became migrant workers, poorly paid and badly treated. As an adult, Chavez organized a nonviolent revolt, culminating in a 300-mile protest march that produced the first farmworkers' contract. Cesar Chavez devoted his energies to other areas of social justice as well.
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
Video Cesar Chavez: American Civil Rights Activist - Fast Facts | History (play to min. 1:40)
In 1968, Cesar Chavez led a boycott that resulted in a collective bargaining agreement guaranteeing field workers the right to unionize.
Harvesting Hope, by Kathleen Krull
When Cesar Chavez was 10 years old, drought forced his family to leave its Arizona ranch and move to California. The family became migrant workers, poorly paid and badly treated. As an adult, Chavez organized a nonviolent revolt, culminating in a 300-mile protest march that produced the first farmworkers' contract. Cesar Chavez devoted his energies to other areas of social justice as well.
Crafty Connection Mexican tile coloring sheet
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