This book has some fun facts about Hispanic people. 

Fun Facts About Hispanics

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Hispanics LOVE cumbia dancing! Cumbia (pronounced: /koom-bee-A/ refers to a number of musical rhythms and folk dance traditions of Latin America, generally involving musical and cultural elements from indigenous people, Africans enslaved during colonial times, and Europeans. Watch this video and notice the 'flute' (contribution from indigenous people), notice the 'drums' (contribution from the African people) and notice the costumes (Spanish influence). This dance reflects who Hispanics are as a race: they are a mixture of races! They are very proud of it, they embrace it and see it as a great value and honor!

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hispanic culture doesn’t obsess over punctuality. Hispanic families aren’t as punctual as other cultures. While most people will arrive on time during important meetings, Hispanic countries consider being 10 to 30 minutes late acceptable.

Soccer plays a large cultural role throughout Latin America. &nbsp;It’s commonly accepted as a normal aspect of life. The beautiful game inspires kids, and brings families and countries together. Here are 2 very popular soccer stars: Leo Messi (left) and Cristiano Ronaldo (right)!

Respecting elders is mandatory in Hispanic culture. Hispanic culture places a great deal on authority. Hispanics follow respect, which is a custom of respect with strangers and elders. This means if you meet someone who is older than you or reached a higher education status, you must refer to them as señor, señora, don, or doña.

Hispanic people love pinatas! In Latin America, it is customary to break piñatas at weddings, christenings, and birthday parties. Children often take turns trying to break them open with a stick or bat, and the person who manages to get the most candy wins!

2022 winning poster to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hispanic and Latino culture places importance on a girl’s 15th birthday. &nbsp;Parents and relatives of the young girl introduce her to adulthood quinceanera celebration known as quinceañera. One of the most well-known Hispanic traditions throughout the world, quinceaneras is a mixture of two Spanish words: quince meaning fifteen and anos meaning year. Traditionally, quinceaneras is a sign that a girl is becoming a woman with social and family responsibility in mind.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Los Mariachis is a way to the Hispanic’s heart. Los Mariachis is a group of musicians that sing songs and play music for an audience. Also known as a Mariachi band, they are usually composed of musicians that play stringed instruments. Los Mariachis were an all-male group that wore&nbsp;traje de charro&nbsp;until 1852. Modern Los Mariachis now include women in general. Male members traditionally wear&nbsp;traje de charro. This outfit is composed of short jackets, exaggerated bows, sombreros, and tights.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Semana Santa is an important religious affair. Spain is a very religious country. That is why most Hispanic culture has something to do with religion. One of the most important affairs in an entire year is Semana Santa, also known as Holy Week. Hispanics have been practicing Semana Santa since the 16th century. Every year the Catholic Church would organize processions that tell the Passion of Christ.

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