Did you know that integrating Afro-Latino-oriented content and contributions in your classroom curriculum is just a click away? Literally, click here to preview the beautiful array of people and stories that will inspire your students. And there’s more good news; you don’t have to wait until Black History Month! Diversify your curriculum now and create a sense of wonder and belonging with Las voces diversas de la diáspora!
And teachers are already loving our newest edition on San Andrés, Colombia!
Scavenger hunt… there’s a freebie tucked into this post!
And there’s a mini-course too! This post is packed with goodies!
We have two new editions that we are so excited to share with you!
Visita San Andrés, Colombia
(Edition #8)
This updated edition is the perfect combo for those who enjoy variety! It includes a reading, multiple comprehension-supporting activities, and an audio component. Give it a listen below!
Tap on this link to see a preview or learn more about this resource!
Ritchie Torres
Edition # 7
Discover the inspiring story of Ritchie Torres, the first openly gay Afro-Latino to serve in Congress. Students will explore a snapshot of his life journey and learn how he continues to champion equity and justice in our nation today!
Click on this link to learn more about how you can use this resource in class!
Afro-Colombian Fútbol Phenom: Making Waves: Linda Caicedo
(Edition#6)
Students will learn about her life as a budding soccer phenom in the world of women’s sports. They will also explore her challenges and how she overcame them to become a household name in sports today.
Click on this link to learn more about how you can use this resource in class!
And there’s more! 20+ Resources to overwhelming for your to manage? Try this bundle of 13 resources!
Click here to learn more!
Arturo Schomburg!
Ill-informed comments by one of his teachers set his heart ablaze, turning him into a trailblazing force. Arturo Schomburg, born in Puerto Rico, became one of the founding fathers of the Harlem Renaissance. Your students can read about his fascinating and inspiring story here!
https://bit.ly/413th2K
Take Your Spanish Classroom to the Next Level!
Celebrating Afro-Latino Heritage Mini-Course
Ready to take your Spanish classroom to the next level by incorporating meaningful and authentic culture? Enroll in my Celebrating Afro-Latino Heritage Mini-Course today! This three-module course is packed with adaptable lesson ideas, strategies for highlighting Afro-Latino contributions, and everything you need to create impactful lessons during Black History Month—and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate diversity and bring cultural relevance into your classroom.
Click here to enroll in the Afro-Latino mini-course now!
What is Las voces diversas de la diáspora?
Las voces diversas de la diáspora is a unique publication that features content amplifying the voices of Black/Afro-Latino people, cultures and traditions. We understand that teachers are busy, and need support cultivating and maintaining an equitable curriculum. We hope this will make it easier for teachers to diversify their curriculum, create a sense of balance, and bring in as many voices as possible.
About the Authors And Their Mission
A.C. Quintero and Kia London are full-time educators based in Chicago with a combined 40 years of experience teaching elementary, middle, high school and college. Both are proud recipients of AATSP DEI Awards and are deeply committed to helping teachers create culturally responsive curricula.
You’ve got it! Did you know that this amazing Afro-Latino actor was nominated for an Oscar? Click here to get the freebie about his life, work, and major contributions.
Recognizing the lack of resources that center People of Color in the World Language classroom, they launched Las Voces Diversas de la Diáspora. Their mission is to create inspirational resources that highlight the diverse contributions of the Afro-Latino community while also exploring its rich connections with Black communities.
Their goal is to ensure teachers have access to quality, compelling, relevant, and dynamic content all year round; these resources that can be integrated into any unit (or used as part of your preferred reading program). Most of the articles are accompanied by activities so teachers can plan less, and teach more!
Get to know the creators!
We’d also like to acknowledge our editors. Ana Andrés (Spain) and Sandra Prieto (Colombia). We have a dream team!
Note: Our lovely contributor Sandra Prieto passed way in April. But we keep her picture as part of our team because she was instrumental in designing the cover and providing feedback. She is greatly missed.
You can find out more about Kia and A.C’s professional and literary footprint below!
Meet Kia London
I love to support teachers in their journey of creating a classroom of belonging through second language acquisition, while leading by equity, and fostering interculturality! For professional development and classroom resources centered on Equatorial Guinea, Colombia, head here: bit.ly/tblazestore
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Command Performance Language Institute
Wayside Publishing
Teacher’s Discovery
The CI Bookshop (Europe)
Teaching Spanish Made Easy (TPT) Catalog
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