This family life education teaching unit comprises 11 lessons whose primary purpose is to help Latino students, grades 5 through 8, identify cultural pride as a source of self-esteem. Student activities include the following: (1) describe how being part of a cultural group contributes to a sense of uniqueness; (2) identify cultural similarities and differences; (3) identify personal, familial and community qualities that contribute to cultural pride; (4) compare various ways culture is expressed in different kinds of settings; (5) explain how belonging to a cultural group contributes to one's sense of power and confidence; (6) describe how role models can enhance self-esteem; (7) explain how identification with a cultural group contributes to a sense of belonging; (8) define integration as it contrasts with assimilation; (9) explain the importance of accepting differences in a way to diminish prejudice and discrimination; and (10) identify ways to celebrate self through culture. Key components of each lesson include the following: (1) a Spanish "dicho" (proverb); (2) background and rationale; (3) teacher preparation; (4) time; (5) outline of activities; (6) procedure; (7) summary; (8) homework; and (9) student activity sheets. The appendices include the following: (1) Historical and Ethnographic Profile of Latino or Hispanic Ethnic Groups in the United States; (2) Latino Presence in the United States: Demographic Trends and Family Life Issues; (3) student workbook features; (4) a Spanish word list; (5) a glossary of special terms; and (6) a list of 20 references. (FMW)