These booklists for adolescents, organized by topic and genre, focus on the experiences of latinos and latin american youth, and they have something for everyone mystery, romance, science fiction, autobiography, poetry, and lots of stories about quinceaneras. It is a shame that a bilingual format was not attempted since over half of the poems have a hispanic theme and the. The numbers are even more dramatic among younger, bicultural hispanic adults 18 to 29. Resources for kids, young adults and teachers science reference section science, technology and business division library of congress. In the time of the butterflies by julia alvarez really affected me as a young teen when i read it. Sexual minority youth and young adults smyya have higher prevalence of mental and behavioral health problems potentially linked to experiences of discrimination, stigma, and rejection. Mar 11, 20 the recently released quince clash by malin alegria is the latest book in the border town series for young adults, and its latest book that has featured quinceaneras the elaborate celebration for latinas on their 15 th birthday as a major plot point. These book lists and articles showcase hispanic authors, illustrators, characters, and themes. By 2009, that percentage had increased to 34 percent. Collegeeducated adults are more likely to own these devices and use them to read ebooks. Sep, 2017 23 ya and middle grade books to honor hispanic heritage month. But putting together a list of latin american ya books was much more challenging than it seemed for a number of reasons. We examine factors related to general health and health behavior, including smoking, that may be associated with binge drinking, drinking at risk and potential for alcohol use disorder among. The 1996 novel jesse takes place during the vietnam war and the 2006 novel buried onions shows life in a gang.
But if youre a hispaniclatino american adult, your chance is more than 50%, and youre likely to develop it. Heres a look at some other books that cover the unique hispanic tradition. Spanish books for teens are total pageturners, but also great for language learning. Hispanic young adults engage bishops, express needs at v. Reading is one of the best ways to dive into a culture or region of. Nov 19, 2015 23 books by latinos that might just change your life. To see related books for younger readers, see our hispanic heritage booklists for children.
Over their lifetime, us adults overall have a 40% chance of developing type 2 diabetes. The notion of an imprint dedicated to the publication of literature for children and young adults was planted by an urgent public demand for books that accurately portray us hispanic culture. In addition to books about hispanic culture, hispanic heritage month is a great time to spotlight books that are. They have a surprising number of supernatural creatures. In honor of this month of honoring those of hispanic heritage, i thought itd be worthwhile. The seed for the imprint was planted by a deluge of parents, teachers and librarians asking for books that accurately portray us hispanic culture. If youd like extra resources to support the teaching of some of the books mentioned. Jan 29, 2018 some of the best book lists to write are the ones others ask for.
Latino authors have contributed some of the most beloved books in history and young adult literature is no exception. Whether youre a college student majoring in latin american studies, spanish or something else. In this booklist, youll find a range of titles young adult novels by awardwinning hispanicamerican authors, bilingual poetry, biography, memoir celebrating latino culture and examining the immigrant experience. Here, weve collected 50 books that are a great place to start your exploration of hispanic literature. Books for young adults if youre looking for books for older kids and teenagers, take a look at these booklists for grades 412 organized by topic and representing a wide range of cultures and perspectives. More about the history of hispanic heritage month and celebrations that take place can be found here. Over the years, arte publico press had published several books for children and young adults.
The following fiction, nonfiction, and professional reading titles explore the myriad ways in. Furthermore, much of the research that has been conducted uses quantitative methodologies to explore coming out among hispanic sexual minority young adults hsmyya. They even mention dominicans which is a first since modt hispanic main character books are mexican or puertorican which i find annoying because us hispanic latinos are not only mexican or puertorican if you guys ever find a book where any character is dominocan. Childrens and young adult books for hispanic heritage. We quickly understood that publishing books for children and young adults would be one of the important ways in which we sustained our work. In the time of the butterflies by julia alvarez really. I removed the twilight series as it had no hispanic characters. Childrens and young adult books for hispanic heritage month. Among hispanics, the intersection of stressors related to being an ethnic and sexual minority may result in compounding adverse outcomes. Simple verses recovering the us hispanic literary heritage pinata books for young adults english, spanish and spanish edition 9781558852044. Bernier grand the story of teresa, a young girl growing up in the 1960s, who discovers racism and prejudice in classconscious puerto rico. Rosario cant understand why the adults treat her cousin leticia like a princess until the two become very good friends and she finds out that leticia is ill. Sep 24, 20 ya fiction for hispanic heritage month published september 24, 20 hispanic heritage month is september 15october 15, and while i think its important to read and discuss a diverse selection of books year round, celebration months are a great time to spotlight these type of collections, so i wanted to highlight a list of titles that. Hispanic, female and young will set milestones for young latino audiences on their roads to selfdiscovery and for more mature readers in their nostalgic pilgrimage to the past.
Fiction and nonfiction latin american ya books to read. Young adult novels and autobiographies with hispanic themes. T ension builds as the story of the 1960s revolution in the domincan republic unfolds, told from the viewpoint of twelveyearold anita. These booklists for adolescents, organized by topic and genre, focus on the experiences of latinos and latin american youth, and they have something for everyone mystery, romance, science fiction. If youd like extra resources to support the teaching of some of the books mentioned here, as well as other spanish language novels, take a look at saraelizabeth cottrells ebooks available on her musicuentos website. Finally, spanishlanguage books for teens are moreapproachable than adult books.
Here are 23 books by latino authors that should be on your mustread list. These are titles written by hispanic authors or books featuring hispanic main characters. Whether youre latino yourself or you want to learn more about the 17 percent of the us population that is, discovering. We quickly understood that publishing books for children and young. Noncaucasian protagonists in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and paranormal romance. Mexico, chile and belize also celebrate their independence days during. Smoking is associated with increased risk of binge drinking. Sep 28, 2015 national hispanic heritage month is legit, and its happening right now. In honor of this month of honoring those of hispanic heritage, i thought itd be worthwhile to pull together a ya book list.
These four novels are just a sample of what is available for teachers working with bilingual readers. Oct 02, 2014 more about the history of hispanic heritage month and celebrations that take place can be found here. Teachers and librarians were always asking for books that reflected hispanic culture, says lee byrd. With that goal in mind, we will be highlighting hispanic heritage month from september 15th through october 15th, with a wonderful display of books both authored by and featuring hispanic americans. Young adult novels by latino authors people of every age should. Here are just a few of our favorite books for kids and young adults. This list of childrens books with hispanic and latinx characters contains several categories of booksboard books, preschool books, elementary and middle grade.
Check out the hispanic heritage month book list for a collection of fiction and nonfiction novels and picture books all about hispanic culture and themes. Sep 04, 2017 this list of childrens books with hispanic and latinx characters contains several categories of booksboard books, preschool books, elementary and middle grade. Among young hispanic students as well as young adults cigarettes are often first used followed by alcohol use. These recommended reading lists, awardwinning books, and articles feature books for children and teens that focus on hispanic and latino heritage. National hispanic heritage month is observed every year from september 15 to october 15. Hispanic american and latin americanteen fiction, peoples. Even adults love books that were intended for teenagers. Hispanic heritage book lists and web resources scholastic. Hispaniclatino americans and type 2 diabetes diabetes cdc. Books for young adults often called ya are booming.
Booklists for young adults these booklists for adolescents, organized by topic and genre, focus on the experiences of latinos and latin american youth, and they have something for everyone mystery, romance, science fiction, autobiography, poetry, and lots of stories about quinceaneras. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon kindle store best sellers. His young adult books depict teenagers in tough situations. Nov 17, 2015 these four novels are just a sample of what is available for teachers working with bilingual readers. It is a celebration of youth and of americas ethnic diversity. Smoking is associated with increased risk of binge. With that in mind, we asked the huffington post newsroom to share a book by a latino author that shaped their life or simply became a favorite.
National hispanic heritage month celebrates and recognizes the contributions hispanic americans have made to american society and culture and to honor five of our central american neighbors who. One of the key objectives of tr3ss 2012 research study, hispanic 18. They often feature fantastical, immersive worlds that transport you to faraway lands. Sep 15, 2015 national hispanic heritage month september 15 to october 15 celebrates the heritage and culture of hispanic and latino americans. Childrens books with latinx and hispanic characters. A guide to selected resources, library of congress science reference section. September 15th is the anniversary of independence of. They are often shorter and frequently use less advanced vocabulary. September 15th is the anniversary of independence of five latin american countries. Please add it main girl is venezuelan american born. Books with hispaniclatino characters young adultteen.
Taking place from september 15 to october 15, the month honors and recognizes hispanic and latino people who have helped make this country great. While some holidays that the internet celebrates seem bogus national blueberry popsicle day, anyone. Latino ya authors to know young adult novels with latina authors. Ya fiction for hispanic heritage month published september 24, 20. Young adult novels are something you should read regardless of your age because we were all young adults are some point and we can all. Ya titles celebrate national hispanic heritage month the hub. This diverse list of multicultural books are for families and educators who want to ensure their children both 1 see their lives reflected in books. Spanishlanguage books for teens are usually a little more advanced than easytoread spanish books, but likeintermediate spanishlanguage novels, they are not daunting. Hispanic and latino heritage books for kids and teens. This muchanticipated sequel picks up where the beautiful left off. The other books another librarian will have to remove if theyre inappropriate, because im not familiar with many books on this list.
So if you want to find inspiring words between the pages of your next literary obsession, youre in luck. Books for hispanic heritage month youll meet writers, artists, musicians, and others who made a difference through their creativity and work. Coming out experiences of hispanic sexual minority young. Four spanishlanguage young adult novels worth reading. Ya novels which touch on social inequality, sexuality, and identity can help adolescents navigate this difficult time in their lives. In this case, a request for a book list like this list of 100 mustread latin american books, but for ya books.
Plus, adults cannot resist the nostalgic appeal of reliving their teenage years. Books with hispaniclatino characters young adultteen, paranormal, urban fantasy, contemporary, romance. Youll also discover stories about families and everyday life in hispanic communities, as well as books about joyful festivals and holidays. Today, nearly one in six residents of this country, or nearly 50 million people, are hispanic.