Where Stories Bring Cultures to Life
The Latin American Storytelling Series offers a fun and engaging way to learn about the rich civilizations and diverse cultures of the Americas. Audiences will embark on a journey across the continent, exploring different regions and traditions through captivating stories. Each program in the series combines bilingual storytelling, interactive activities, and cultural experiences, making it ideal for families and children.
Tales, Legends and Myths
The Legend of the Inca Empire’s Origin
This legend recounts the origin and foundation of Cusco, which became the historic capital of the Inca Empire. Passed down through generations in Peru, the story continues to inspire indigenous beliefs that the Inca Kingdom may someday return.
I remember Abuelito: A Day of the Death story
During this Mexican holiday, families welcome the souls of their departed relatives for a joyful reunion filled with food, drink, and celebration. The story follows a young girl who prepares to honor her beloved grandfather, eagerly awaiting his spirit’s visit.
Christmas Evening
On December 24th, Latin American countries celebrate Christmas Evening, or Noche Buena. Although traditions vary by country, family gatherings with meals and gifts are central to the festivities. This story features a young girl’s visit to her grandmother’s home in Colombia, where she experiences a multicultural celebration and a magical night to remember.
Why the Sea Cries?
Ever wondered why the sea sounds like it is crying? This story presents a Brazilian Cinderella whose one-of-a-kind sister helps her through tough times, guiding her to find true love and her prince.
The Copihue flower Legend
Travel south to Chile to discover the legend of the Copihue, the national flower. Originating from Mapuche lands, this tale celebrates the flower as a symbol of friendship, happiness, and gratitude.
The Mother Mount Legend
A story deeply rooted in the oral tradition of the Colombian Amazon and part of the eastern plains. Madre Monte is commonly represented as a beautiful and strong woman, half woman and half mountain; dressed in leaves and green moss, whose face cannot be seen. She is the protector of Nature.
The Real Cinco de Mayo Story
Is Cinco de Mayo Mexico’s Independence Day? Discover the true history behind this often-misunderstood holiday, exploring its significance for Mexico and the United States, and how the tradition began.
Song of the Chirimia
This Guatemalan folktale tells the story of the “chirimia”, whose music is sweeter even that of the birds. The story follows a Mayan princess and a young man whose quest for the purest song in the woods is driven by love for her.
The Chogui Legend
A story of a Guarani young boy who lives with his mom in Misiones, a beautiful land in Paraguay. The boy loves to play his flute in the jungle and is willing to take risks to do what he loves most.
The Cayman’s Adventure
Why do caimans have big teeth and scales in their skin? Discover it and join Juan Cayman’s adventure when he decides to leave the Amazons River and goes to Barranquilla. He explores a totally new road for him with the help of his friends.
This 45-minute program is especially designed for preschoolers.
The Soccer-Playing Centipede
Tolomeo isn’t just any centipede — he’s a tiny superstar with a huge passion for soccer. There’s only one problem: with so many legs to coordinate, getting to his matches on time is always an adventure. But everything changes when his friends step in to help. Together, they discover that teamwork, creativity, and a little humor can get Tolomeo to the field right on time.
This 45-minute program is especially designed for preschoolers.
The Inti Raymi Festival, A celebration of the Andean New Year
Inti Raymi, meaning "Festival of the Sun," dates back to the beginnings of Tawantinsuyu, the Quechua name for the Inca Empire. It was the most important Incan festival, celebrating the return of the sun during the winter solstice and the connection between the Sapa Inca and his people.
This event features two tales: The Legend of Chogui, set in Paraguay’s Misiones jungle, tells of a Guarani boy’s love for nature. The second story, set in Spain, follows Lilo and her journey with soap bubbles, exploring how dreams are made and fulfilled. As the program proclaims, "A dream that is dreamed alone is just a dream, but a dream that is dreamed together is reality."