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Hispanic Heritage Month Lesson Plans

Written by Gibbs Smith Education | Oct 6, 2026, 9:16:51 PM

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 – October 15.

La Gente: Themes in Latino Studies highlights stories, figures, and developments from diverse Latino communities while exploring themes such as migration, oppression, identity, expression, joy, and resistance.

In celebration of the month, we share two lesson plans from La Gente to help as you observe the holiday with your class.