Books for children to read during Hispanic Heritage Month

In an effort to instill strong character traits in our students and to create an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and parents, we will provide opportunities and resources for our school community to expand cultural awareness and to foster inherent respect for all. The Jacksonville Country Day School DEI Council's purpose is to cultivate a community free from prejudice and to instill a sense of respect for all ethnicities, abilities, and identities. With this goal in mind, we spoke to our Library and Literacy Specialist, Ms. Jen Currie, and asked her for the best books to read during Hispanic Heritage Month, broken down by age!

Early Learning (Pre-K 3 through Kindergarten)

Pinata by Rebecca Emberley

Frida by Yuyi Morales

Where Are You From by Yamile Saied Mende

Lower Elementary (1st grade through 3rd grade)

Chocolate Milk, Por Favor by Maria Dismondy

Abeula by Arthur Dorros

Little Frida by Anthony Browne

Dreamers by Yuyi Morales

Upper Elementary (4th grade through 6th grade)

Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh

Harvesting Hope by Kathleen Krull

Hispanic Biographies series by Enslow Publishers

Definitely Dominguita series by Sherlock Dom

At JCDS, our students and teachers are encouraged to have meaningful conversations around the topics discussed in each one of our DEI books. We invite you to continue this discussion with our families in a natural and organic way that works best for you and your children. Thank you for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with us!