Acento Latino
We are a collective of independent Latin American authors who write easy readers for Spanish language learners.
Our language, our culture, our voice.
We bring quality and cultural representation
Acento Latino Libros is also a label that brings quality of language and cultural representation to the Spanish language learning classroom and school libraries.
LANGUAGE
Acento Latino Libros are written by Latin American native speakers, ensuring the language is both correct and natural-sounding.
EDITING
Acento Latino Libros are proofread by professional copy editors with native or native-like language proficiency.
ACCESSIBILITY
Acento Latino Libros are written with accessible levelled language and contain support for comprehension.
DIVERSITY
Acento Latino Libros celebrate individual, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
REPRESENTATION
Acento Latino Libros offer a positive, respectful, and accurate representation of Latin American individuals and culture.
SENSITIVITY
Acento Latino Libros are read for unconscious bias and for cultural sensitivity.
Picture Books
Ideal for Level 1 readers, these richly illustrated books, each with fewer than 100 words, highlight a profound connection to the land. Cumbia explores the origins and significance of this vibrant music, celebrating the fusion of people and traditions that transcend borders. El último árbol imagines a future where the Amazon rainforest is almost gone, but offers a message of hope and the power of action to save what remains. LEVEL 1
Graphic Novels
These graphic novels will delight your students with their engaging narratives and vibrant illustrations. Luana y la pacarana follows Luana as she secretly adopts a wild pacarana, leading to a whirlwind of chaos and cultural references in the Colombian coffee region. Feliz como una lombriz is a colorful story collection of real-life Colombian townspeople: from the muleteers, Catholic priests, firefighters, the ice cream man and even the American tourist! The graphics are akin to their human counterparts: real people with real careers coming together to give us a look into their lives. LEVEL 1
Rich in Culture!
Where Are Arepas Actually From—Venezuela or Colombia? The answer at last!
Created by Adriana Ramírez and Margarita Pérez García, Amor de Arepa is a collection of two sister books that explore the longstanding rivalry between Colombia and Venezuela over the origin of the arepa—the iconic corn flatbread beloved by both countries. These stories are easy to read, fun, and rich in culture, celebrating the cherished dish that holds a special place in both nations. Touching upon themes of food and culinary tradition, these two heartwarming stories reflect the authors’ deep love for their homeland, traditions, and their arepas. Designed for confident beginners, these books feature an accessible vocabulary of fewer than 180 word families, making them ideal for novice high-level students. LEVEL 2
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Kachi by Enid López Reed
Kachi narrates the identity struggle of the Taíno people, questioning their past and present after over five hundred years of colonization and the arrival of the North Americans in Borikén. LEVEL 4
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Xolo by Marta Ruiz Yedinak
Maya’s dream of having a pet dog comes true when a stray xoloitzcuintle, linked to Aztec legend, follows her home, offering more than just companionship. LEVEL 1
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Adelita by Esmeralda Mora
The “Adelitas” represent the Mexican women who participated in the Mexican Revolution, fighting for freedom and social justice. In this fictional story, the main character, Adelita, grows up to become a leader and role model for Mexican women during the time of the revolution. LEVEL 2
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¡Corre Año Viejo, corre! by Carolina Gómez
As the end of the year approaches, the grandmother decides to create a “Año Viejo” (old year) to say goodbye to the departing year. With great dedication, she makes a doll full of details, so much so that it seems to come to life and, surprisingly, starts to run. What will happen to the “Año Viejo”? Will it manage to escape?
This book is inspired by a New Year’s tradition in Colombia and other Latin American countries and aims to tell it in a fun way. ELEMENTARY
Poetry
Discover a collection of captivating poetry books designed to enrich the learning experience for Spanish language students. Cosas de Casa offers poetic explorations of everyday household items. Alas y patas invites readers to delve into the beauty of the animal kingdom. Cosas de Clase transforms ordinary classroom objects into extraordinary tales through vibrant and engaging poetry. ¿Qué tiempo hace? introduces readers to weather-related themes. Each book features simple, accessible poems, bringing the joy of poetry to the Spanish classroom. LEVEL 2
#OwnVoices #NuestrasVoces
“The language that we inhabit gives us our place of belonging. The language that we inhabit gives us our memories. We have memories of our lands and ancestors. When we write, we write from those memories and from that belonging and that gives our stories an authenticity that is impossible to match.”
—Adriana Ramírez
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