2. Latino or Hispanic
Hispanic was introduced as a new category in the
1980 federal census as a convenient, inoffensive
label that could be applied to all people from the
Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America and
from Spain
Hispanic: specifically refers to Spain, and to the
Spanish-speaking nations of the Americas, as
cultural and demographic extensions of Spain
Latino: a native or inhabitant of Latin America
Most prefer to be addressed by their national origin
3. History
Lived in the US since the 16th century
Established St. Augustine, Florida in 1565
Established Santa Fe, New Mexico around 1609
Texas won it’s independence from Mexico in 1836
Mexican territory was ceded to the United States in the
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo of 1848.
Former Mexican citizens became citizens of the United
States and created the majority of the nation's Hispanic
population
Puerto Ricans, did not migrate into the U.S. but instead
were absorbed into it during the American expansions of
the late 19th century. Puerto Ricans were granted American
citizenship in 1917.
5. Behavior
Conversations normally take place at a close
physical distance
When meeting someone it is Latino culture to kiss
each check briefly
A lot of physical contact
Standing with your hand’s on your hips or with
your hand’s in your pockets are no-no’s
Use a “psst-psst” sound to catch each other’s
attention in public
May not make eye contact
6. Communication
More concerned with present than future
More likely to excel in activities that are not fast
moving or timed
Concentrate on long term goals instead of short
term
More formal style of communication
Refrain from using first names until invited to do
so
A women will add her husband’s father’s name to
the end of her name. Usually shown as de (name)
when written.
7. Appearance
Give great importance to and place great value
on looks and appearance
Formal attire: church, parties, social
gatherings, and work
Tennis shoes and jeans in non-formal settings
8. Family structure
Close-knit group and the most important social unit
The Latino “family unit” includes not only parents and
children but also extended family
Father is the head of the family
Mother is responsible for the home
Individuals have a moral responsibility to aid other
members of the family in times of trouble
When travelling it is common to stay with relatives
Often gather together to celebrate special occasions
Honor, good manners, and respect for authority and
the elderly
Preserving the native language
9. Educational values
Population is largely comprised of young kids
Approach to education is closely related to a families
economic standing
Location of the country and the influence from Europe
or the US can influence values
Overall, the value of education comes second to that
of hard work
Encouraged to go to school up until they are old
enough to work
Higher financial standing families education seems to
be something that is passed down
Education is a family oriented activity
10. Literature (Fiction)
My Name Is María Isabel
By Alma Flor. Illus. by K. Dyble
Thompson
Xochitl and the Flowers/Xóchitl, la
niña de las flores.
By Jorge Argueta illus. by Carl Angel
Dream Carver
By Diana Cohn illus. by Amy Córdova
¡Sí, Se Puede!/Yes, We Can!: Janitor
Strike in L.A.
By Sharon Franco. illus. by Francisco
Delgado.
Oh No, Gotta Go!
By Susan Middleton Elya. illus. by G.
Brian Karas
Tomás and the Library Lady
By Pat Mora illus. by Raul Colón
11. Literature (Non-fiction)
Uncle Snake
By Matthew Gollub. illus. by Leovigildo Martinez.
Tortuga
La Llorona/The Weeping Woman: An Hispanic Legend
Told in Spanish & English
By Joe Hayes
Just a Minute: a Trickster Tale and Counting Book
By Yuyi Morales illus. by author
Frida
By Jonah Winter illus. by Ana Juan
12. Music
Al Tambor
Araña Pequeñita
Barquito
Buenos-dias
Burrito Enfermo
Chocolate
Compadre
Compreme Un Coco
Coqui
Cuatro Camaroncitos
13. Music continued
De Colores
Duermete Mi Niño
Elefantes
Granja
Hormiguitas
Nanita Nana
Naranja Dulce
Noche Buena