Raising Bilingual Children: Success Stories
Raising children is challenging. Raising children to speak a second language in the home is even more challenging. When the process becomes difficult or discouraging, it
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25 Spanish Phrases For Valentine’s Day
Ah, how sweet, love is in the air. Chocolates in the shapes of hearts are being eaten, freshly cut roses are sitting in vases on the
Buñuelos de plátano – Cooking with Valentina
Without looking it up, do you know what country is pointed out on the map above? Tucked away on the western coast of Central Africa is
What is the 80/20 Rule for Learning Spanish?
No, it’s not a bingo combo, calculus equation, or famous sports jersey. The 80/20 rule (also called the Pareto Principle) simply states that roughly 80% of
Top Latino Museums to Visit Near Los Angeles
From cuisine to art to music to politics to language to media, the bright threads of Latino culture have woven a permanent and prominent place in
Cremolada de Durazno – Cooking with Valentina
Did you know that peaches (in Spanish, duraznos) were introduced to South America by Spanish conquistadors in the 15th and 16th centuries? All the way from
Influence of African American Culture on American English – Black History Month
Since the earliest settlements in America, Black Americans have influenced every aspect of the nation’s culture, including religion, literature, music, film, art, cuisine, dance, athletics, and
How to Teach your Child Spanish if You Don’t Speak It
“It’s hard enough getting my child to do what I tell them in English, how in the world do I teach my child Spanish when I
Torta de Queso – Cooking with Valentina
Cheese is one of the most versatile, diverse, and delicious foods on the planet – Grate it over pasta, eat it with crackers, bake it into
Mastering Spanish Pronunciation: Tips and Exercises
Telling a friend about your day, asking for directions, following a recipe for a delicious dinner. How did basic communication in your native language suddenly become
The Extensive Reading (ER) Theory of Comprehension
Is your child struggling with learning a second language? We suggest you take them to the ER. Before you overreact to such a bold statement,
Leche Poleada – Cooking with Valentina
Isn’t it amazing how a simple taste can immediately bring us back into a memory or a feeling from long ago? For many Salvadorans, Leche Poleada
The Pilot, The Poet, and The Prince – How Language Gives Wings
The Little Prince (Le Petit Prince in the original French) is one of the most beloved children’s books of this generation. Published in both French and
What Age is Too Late to Learn Spanish?
Have you ever sunk your teeth into a delicious, crunchy, piping hot fried chicken from KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) and thought to yourself, “life is good”?
The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) – Why It Matters & How Cultural Bytes Delivers
There are few activities that are more rewarding than giving children the support they need to thrive. The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) provides funding for