Hispanic Heritage Month Social Studies: Tito Puente Reading Passage

Bring the rhythms of Latin music to your classroom with this vibrant Tito Puente reading passage! Perfect for Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), this no-prep resource explores how the "King of Mambo" went from Spanish Harlem to Grammy fame with his timbales and big band magic. Through differentiated texts and music-infused activities, students will discover how Puente's Puerto Rican roots and musical genius made him a Latin jazz legend.

Objective
✔ Strengthen informational text comprehension
✔ Analyze cultural influences in music
✔ Explore Latin instruments (conga, clave, maracas)
✔ Connect to modern Latino artists

Order

1. Read: Students explore the illustrated passage

2. Respond: Complete thought-provoking activities:

   • Multiple choice (historical facts)

   • Short answer (critical thinking)

   • True/False

More Details:

• Format: PDF file

• size: 11*8.5 Inches

• Number Of Pages: 8 pages

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