SuitabookHistory, conquest and changing borders
The guide traces Latino history from pre-Columbian societies through Spanish colonisation, frontier history and the United States’ changing relationship with Mexico.
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Valerie Petrillo - Author
This is an activity-led introduction to Latino history and culture in the United States, moving across regions and communities while pairing historical information with practical creative projects.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is an activity-led introduction to Latino history and culture in the United States, moving across regions and communities while pairing historical information with practical creative projects.
The guide traces Latino history from pre-Columbian societies through Spanish colonisation, frontier history and the United States’ changing relationship with Mexico.
Separate sections discuss several Latino communities, alongside Central and South American contributions to United States culture and economy.
Activities include making foods and crafts, playing games, learning Spanish words, dancing merengue and exploring folklore and celebrations.
Discuss how activities about food, celebrations, language and crafts relate to the historical experiences behind them, and whether a broad guide can represent varied Latino identities fully.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: some draft conclusions still depend on unresolved evidence.
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