17 One-of-a-Kind Gifts for Kids to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

This 30-piece wooden playset will put the finishing touch on any play kitchen. The names of vegetables, bowls and utensils are prominently featured in Spanish and English and the set is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers to build creativity, learn healthy eating habits and speak en español! Ages 3+

Traditional flashcards get turned up a notch with this award-winning set for the whole family. Realistic, colorful images are printed on each card and a barcode lets you scan and listen to native pronunciation for an interactive twist. Perfect for both native, fluent and emergent Spanish-speakers. Ages 2+

You can celebrate Día de los Muertos all year round. After all, our ancestors deserve it! This 16-page activity book leads 6-9-year olds through mazes, puzzles and activities where they can create their own masks and Day of the Dead altars, which are homages to loved ones who have passed on. Ages 6-9

This puzzle introduces kids to Latin American geography with 50 jigsaw pieces shaped like Central and South American and Caribbean countries. With both small and large thick pieces, it’s sturdy enough for the smallest fingers but intricate enough for the big kids. Ages 4+

A crown-wearing T-Rex is one of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat’s most iconic images. This is the perfect gift to both introduce the late Puerto Rican-Haitian artist to young kids and represent! Unisex sizes available from Youth XS -XL. Ages 5-15

In the books, Fearless Trailblazers: 11 Latinos Who Made U.S. History and Be Bold! Be Brave! 11 Latinas Who Made U.S. History, children can learn about famous Hispanics who have left their mark in their respective fields. Told in rhyming verse, these mini-biographies brings readers into the lives of people like playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda, politician Julian Castro, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and the late Tejano star, Selena. Ages 5-8

Who couldn’t use some inspiration from the one and only Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo? This beautifully designed pouch features a quintessential Kahlo motif with gorgeous flowers, a creepy skull and a mischievous-looking monkey. It’s perfect for young tweens who may be starting to identify with the famous Latina icon and fits right into backpacks, making it the ultimate catchall. Ages 10+

This adorable twist on the classic game, Lotería, is designed especially for the littlest gamers. Featuring colorful images with words in Spanish and English, the bilingual matching game is bingo with pictures and helps with memory, matching and language skills. Ages, 3-6

A treasured pastime in most Latin American countries, Dominoes will connect your kids to their culture and give them an educational boost. Little ones can learn about math, matching and classifying while older kids will hone their strategy skills. Ages 5+

These award-winning conversation starters now come in a Spanish edition. Suitable for the entire family, thought-provoking questions like “What’s your favorite thing to do at recess?” and “What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?” are printed on sturdy cards with an English translation. The deck comes with 135 questions that will bond your family over meaningful chats at dinner, bedtime or a long car ride. Ages 8+

El Chavo del Ocho, one of Latin America’s most beloved sitcoms, follows a bunch of kids on their side-splitting adventures. This 12” plush doll is the huggable version of one the show’s characters, El Chavo. With its classic green hat and red suspenders, it’s sure to become your little one’s bestie. Ages 36 months+

With pastel art and playful designs, these flashcards are perfect for toddlers and pre-school children. Twenty-six laminated cards featuring Spanish words on one side and English words on the other come bound in a durable ring, making them a Spanish-lesson on-the-go. Ages 2+

Written by Pablo Cartaya, this is the coming-of-age story of Arturo Zamora, a 13 year-old-boy who lives in a Latino community in Miami. It’s a vibrant tale that depicts a summer of firsts, where Arturo finds himself standing up for his community, developing a crush on the new girl and discovering the protest-filled verses of Cuban poet, José Martí.  Ages 10-12

Twelve-year-old María Luisa – aka Málu - does not fit in. At least that’s what the popular girls at her middle school think. But when she gets together with a group of fellow misfits and starts a band, Málu finally finds her place. Featuring black and white, punk-themed collages, Celia C. Pérez’ novel inspires young readers to be themselves while introducing them to a Latina heroine.  Ages 9-13

With allover prints featuring characters from the movie Coco – including the guitar – these cozy and snuggly jammies are the perfect bedtime accessory for drifting off to sleep. ¡Buenas Noches! Ages 7+, available for boys and girls 

The guiro, a Latin American percussion instrument with ridges, is thought to have been developed by the Tainos, an indigenous population in Puerto Rico. This colorful version is shaped like a fish and comes with its own wooden scraper.  To play it, hold the instrument by the holes on the bottom with one hand and drag the scraper up and down the ridges in a rhythmic beat. Add this set of maracas and these bongos and you’ve got a kid-friendly salsa band! Ages 3+

This three-dimensional puzzle kit comes with an educational book and sticker set and will keep younger kids entertained as they learn about the Amazon, which spans across Spanish-speaking countries like Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela and Peru. Made by National Geographic kids, the 67-piece set reinforces strategy and logic skills and develops ecological awareness. Ages 5-12