Latino Comics

I heard this 4min. audio piece on the radio this week about the Latino Comic Expo. Listen to the story below.



Hot Tamale Activities - email bordner@cityhigh.org your responses

• Find a online latino comic/zine. Describe what it's about. What makes it Latino? Do you like it? Explain.
• The article brings up the fact that many comic books (and young adult books period) don't reflect the multi-cultural make up of the United States. What do you/could you do to seek out diverse perspectives?
• The article also mention that their inspiration is Sergio Aragonés, (creator of Mad Magazine). Write a short biography of Aragonés. Include images of his work
• They also mention Love and Rockets - check out more here and write a brief summary. What makes it Latino? Do you like it? Explain.
• Draw your own image/comic that has aspects of Latino culture!