"Gr 8 Up -- This series tells the 'untold story of Hispanic American achievements' by integrating Hispanic history into American history and emphasizing Hispanic contributions to American culture and heritage from 1492 through 2007... The segments provide generally admiring details about their subjects and then explain how the person or event influenced American history or created new opportunities for Hispanics. Visuals include period art; photos; movie, news, and living history footage; and contemporary clips. Our English language and traditions make it easy to overlook Spain's dominance in the exploration and settlement of the southern part of our country and the centuries-long influence that Hispanics have exerted on our culture and heritage. This series will help remedy that omission by giving students a broader perspective on American history and an increased appreciation of Hispanic contributions to our shared culture. Episodes can be viewed either as documentaries or as individual segments, which will give teachers flexibility in their use. A good choice for middle- and secondary-school collections"

"This eight-part series (30 minutes each) provides a sweeping look at the role and contributions of Hispanics in American history. Patricia Lopez hosts the programs, beginning with Spain Comes to the New World, in which she reminds viewers that 90 Hispanic sailors helped ensure Columbus' success and introduces the role of Bartolomé de las Casas, a Catholic priest who established an antiracism policy in the Spanish colonies, among other historical information... The dramatic narration is supported by crisp, colorful reenactment footage, art prints, vintage visuals, and movie clips. Suggested for school and public libraries looking for Hispanic history material."