Penguin Books
Teacher’s Guide: The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
At first glance Sandra Cisneros' The House on Mango Street seems to be a charming collection of vignettes about a young Latina's observations about the people in her Chicago neighborhood. Developing questions that prompt readers to think...
Facing History and Ourselves
The 1968 East LA School Walkouts
The East LA School walkouts are the focus of a lesson that looks at the importance of an education that honors the culture of all learners. Class members watch videos and read an article on the LA student demands to gather background...
Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Learning
Cesar Chavez Curriculum Guide Day of Service and Learning
Cesar Chavez, the United Farmworker's Movement, and the struggle for Chicano Civil Rights are the focus of a Day of Service and Learning curriculum guide that asks participants to investigate the conditions, events, and attitudes that...
Curated OER
Bless Me, Ultima - 1
Tenth graders consider the importance of setting in the Southwest-themed novel "Bless Me, Ultima". As part of a larger unit, 10th graders research the setting of New Mexico and work in groups to prepare presentations about the region's...
McGraw Hill
Study Guide for "And the Earth Did Not Devour Him" [Pdf]
The Glencoe Literature Library provides a 22-page on-line study guide for Tomas Rivera's "And the Earth Did Not Devour Him" complete with worksheets.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Rudolfo Anaya Lesson Plans
What do you know about the life and work of Rudolfo Anaya? This site provides links to learn more about this fascinating Hispanic author.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Migrant Struggle: Tomas Rivera
Capitalizing on his life as a migrant farmer, Tomas Rivera's literary contributions focus on humanity, as examined in this brief biography. See "Tomas Rivera Activities" for related resources.