This teaching guide comprises eight lessons designed to enhance the self-esteem of Latino students, grades 5 through 8, through the exploration of family, family traditions and values, and the affirmation of family strengths. Student objectives include the following: (1) define family; (2) describe similarities and differences among Latino families and mainstream culture families; (3) explain that there is great diversity in families and that families can function successfully in different ways; (4) describe the family's role in developing a sense of values; (5) explain how family role models and values contribute a sense of family pride and self-esteem; (6) identify family traditions that contribute to a sense of family and cultural pride; and (7) demonstrate ways culture can affect how families function. Key components of each lesson include the following: (1) Spanish "dicho," a 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 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 references. (FMW)