The Hispanic Heritage

Most Hispanic Americans have Mexican, Puerto Rican or Cuban ancestry. Create a poster for each with an outline map of the country surrounded by important geographical information and a timeline of historical events.

Explore a current political issue in one of the above countries.

Latin music has had a significant role in popular culture. Name the Hispanic contribution to the following:

Dance

Bands/Instruments

Singers

Research Hispanic stars in sports such as baseball, golf and horseracing.

Explore the lives and contributions of Hispanic political leaders and activists.

Explain differences among the terms Hispanic, Latino and Chicano. What are some of the issues regarding the use of these different terms.

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