Latino Books Month celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of the Latino community. To mark the occasion, the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Bookstore is highlighting a curated collection of unique publications for and about Hispanics.
Here are a few standout titles available from the GPO Bookstore’s Hispanics Collection that you should check out this month:
Hispanic Americans in Congress, 1822–2012
For history buffs and political science enthusiasts, this comprehensive hardcover book is a must-read. Prepared by the Library of Congress, it profiles every Hispanic American who served in the U.S. Congress over a nearly 200-year span. Filled with rarely seen historical images, statistical charts, and deeply researched biographical essays, it traces the journey of Latino lawmakers from the era of continental expansion right through to modern legislative leadership. It’s an inspiring testament to the enduring impact of Latino voices in American democracy.
Bilingual and Spanish Resources for Families
The GPO Bookstore features a robust selection of Spanish-language titles designed to support families, parents, and new citizens. If you or someone you know is navigating the path to citizenship, look for essential resources like:
Preparación para el examen de naturalización: Guía de Bolsillo – A handy, accessible guide to mastering the civics portion of the naturalization interview.
Bienvenidos a los Estados Unidos de América: Guía para Inmigrantes Nuevos – Spanish-language edition of Welcome to the United States, A Guide for New Immigrants. An indispensable roadmap offering practical information to help new immigrants settle into life and understand the American system of government.
Children’s Books in Spanish
Instilling a love for reading at an early age is a core pillar of Latino Books Month. The GPO collection includes wonderful educational books in Spanish for toddlers and young children, such as:
¿Dónde está Osito? (Where is Bear?) – A fantastic, interactive story designed for 2-year-olds that helps track early childhood developmental milestones.
El Club de los Dos Bocados (The Two Bite Club) – A fun, illustrative story introduced by the USDA to encourage healthy eating habits among children.
Expand your bookshelf today, from tracking the legislative triumphs of Hispanic leaders to navigating daily life and education, federal publications offer an unexpected and invaluable window into la vida americana.
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- Click here to purchase Preparación para el examen de naturalización: Guía de Bolsillo
- Click here to purchase Bienvenidos a los Estados Unidos de America: Guia Para Inmigrantes Nuevos
- Click here to purchase ¿Dónde está Osito? (Where is Bear?)
- Click here to purchase El Club de los Dos Bocados (The Two Bite Club)
- Click here to browse our Hispanics collection.
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About the author: Blogger Trudy Hawkins is the Senior Marketing & Promotions Specialist in GPO’s Publication & Information Sales Office, supporting the U.S. Government Online Bookstore (https://bookstore.gpo.gov).
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