Famous People
She was a Mexican artist painted many self-portraits
Frida Kahlo
This is the most popular sport in many Hispanic countries.
Soccer (Fútbol)
This Cuban-American singer is known as the “Queen of Salsa.”
Celia Cruz
This holiday celebrates Mexico’s independence on September 16.
El Grito de Dolores / Mexican Independence Day
This Puerto Rican woman is the first Hispanic Supreme Court Justice in the United States.
Sonia Sotomayor
This Spanish language is the second most spoken language in the United States.
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This Colombian singer is famous for worldwide songs like "hips don’t lie.”
Shakira
This holiday in Mexico honors loved ones who have passed away, celebrated on November 1-2
Día de los Muertos
This Mexican-American singer, known as the “Queen of Tejano Music,” had a movie made about her life.
Selena Quintanilla
Peru
: This style of music and dance, born in Argentina, is dramatic and often danced in pairs.
Tango
This popular Hispanic dish, made of rice, seafood, and saffron, comes from Spain.
Paella
This activist fought for farm workers’ rights and co-founded the National Farm Workers Association.
César Chávez
This Caribbean island is famous for salsa music and is a U.S. territory.
Puerto Rico
This Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist helped make the song “Gasolina.” popular worldwide
Daddy Yankee
This rice and beans dish is a staple in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
Arroz con Gandules / Arroz con Habichuelas