The purpose of this booklet (written in English and Spanish) is to present, to North Americans, basic cultural differences between North American and Hispanic peoples. Following an introduction to general concepts about Hispanic peoples, the cultural contrasts are presented, with cartoons which graphically illustrate the ideas put forth. The topics addressed are the ethnic and racial composition of Hispanic countries, languages, names, writing systems, homes, shops, social customs, sex roles, superstitions, attitudes toward animals, dress, eating habits, manners, attitudes toward age, and entertainment. The booklet concludes with an inventory of gestures (body language) common to most Hispanic peoples. (Author/MK)