Books in A Proud Heritage: The Hispanic Library series

The story of Mario Molina is one to inspire children of every ethnicity. The Nobel Prize-winning Mario Molina has dedicated his life and work to doing scientific research to benefit mankind. The Mario Molina story is truly an example of the proud Hispanic heritage for the young student.

Describes the life of the Mexican Indian revolutionary who tried to gain land for his people.

Traces the life and accomplishments of Spanish explorer and conquistador, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who led a major expedition from Mexico through what is now the southwestern United States.

A biography of the turn-of-the-century Mexican outlaw who helped overthrow the Diaz government in the Revolution of 1910.

Introduces the Mexican War, also called the Mexican-American War, its causes, course of events, and aftermath.

Traces the life of the Spanish explorer and missionary who traveled to Mexico and California to teach the Indians about Christianity and who established nine missions along the California coast.

The Spanish conquistadors were men willing to explore uncharted lands and conquer Native American nations to fulfill their dreams of gaining great treasures. The tale of one brave, yet often cruel, conquistador is told in Hernando de Soto: A Life of Adventure.

Planting and harvesting crops is backbreaking labor that can take its toll on the strongest of workers. Migrant Farmworkers: Hoping for a Better Life introduces kids to the history and struggle of the many men, women, and children of Hispanic heritage who travel the United States in search of work and a better life for future generations.

Discusses the life and accomplishments of Mexican president, Vicente Fox. Presents his background as well as his rise to the position of leader of Mexico's government.

Discusses the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo, describing why it is celebrated, how it is celebrated, and how to plan a Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Diego Rivera is one of the most famous Mexican artists of all time. In Diego Rivera: Painting Mexico, readers are introduced to the life story and work of the man whose murals and other art have come to symbolize the history and beauty of Mexico.

Introduces the life of Hernâan Cortâes, the Spanish explorer who discovered Baja California and explored the Pacific coast of Mexico, but who is best remembered for conquering the Aztec Empire.