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Grades 3-5 Resources

Filipino American History Month 2025 Updated Graphic

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Filipino-American History Month

Full Lessons

Gabriela Silang Elementary All Grades
The Lasting Effects of Emigration on the Philippines Nearpod Lesson on The Lasting Effects of Emigration on the Philippines
Filipino-American History by Tracie Noriega 3rd Grade
Itliong Vera-Cruz Wonders integration grades 3-5
Baybayin Lesson Wonders integration grades 3-5

Texts

When Lola Visits by Michelle Sterling For one young girl, summer is the season of no school, of days spent at the pool, and of picking golden limes off the trees. But summer doesn’t start until her lola—her grandmother from the Philippines—comes for her annual visit.
Maribel’s Year by Michelle Sterling Celebrate the special connection between father and daughter in this gorgeously evocative picture book, recounting the year a little girl and her mother spend in America while waiting for her father to join them from the Philippines. From acclaimed author Michelle Sterling and illustrator Sarah Gonzales, a poignant story perfect for fans of Joanna Ho, Linda Sue Park, and Matt De La Peña.
Jack and Agyu by Justine Villanueva Jack & Agyu tells the story of an imaginative and adventurous young boy, Jack, who longs to find himself in the books that he reads. Crushed when he realizes he is different looking from all his favorite book characters, he goes off to right what he feels is a wrong. His path leads him to trouble but, also, to healing and empowerment as he reconnects with the stories of his ancestors from the Philippines.
Filipino Immigrants: In Their Shoes Written by Gretchen Maurer Offers readers a compelling look into the lives, challenges, and successes of Filipino immigrants.
Journey to Justice: The Life of Larry Itliong (hard copy) Written by Dawn B. Mabalon with Gayle Romasanta Illustrated by Andre Sibayan This book tells the story of Larry Itliong's lifelong fight for a farmworkers union, and the birth of one of the most significant American social movements of all time, the farmworker's struggle, and its most enduring union, the United Farm Workers.

Videos

Filipino Tinikling Dance 2017 UCLA PCN Filipino Tinikling
Journey for Justice: An Interview with Gayle Romasanta Gayle Romasanta, co-author of the new children's book “Journey for Justice: The Life of Larry Itliong” shares some of the history of the Filipino American civil rights leader.
A Filipino American Story Since 1587 An animated video presenting the pivotal moments of courage, sacrifice, and triumphs of Filipino Americans since 1587 and how they paved the way for the current generation shaping the future today.

Additional Resources

Celebrate Filipino American History Month Website shares a list of some notable Filipino-American achievements and history.
Worksheet: Christmas in the Philippines In this worksheet, you can find out the details with this fascinating look at Christmas in the Philippines. Get students inspired by the holiday traditions of the Philippines.

Grade Level Standards