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Hispanic, Latino, or Latinx Heritage Month?

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ENGAGE

1. Why is it important to have choice in how you describe yourself? 

2. How would you describe your cultural identity? What makes you, you?

3. What are some traditions or activities your family participates in to celebrate your heritage?

TEACH

Students will be able to compare and contrast, “My Name” by Sandra Cisneros and “Como Tú/Like Me/Like You” by Richard Blanco using multimedia sources to complete a written comparative analysis.

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