Celebrate National Volunteer Week by Becoming a LatinoBig!

I cannot tell you how excited I am to be participating in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Latino Recruitment campaign.  I know, first hand, how a mentor can make a difference in someone’s life and change it forever. How Volunteering Will Improve Your Life I am passionate about advocating for and supporting the Latino community … Read more

El Español Se Aprende Con Música

Si todos los significados de la vida se debieran expresar de manera adecuada sólo con palabras no podría existir la pintura ni la música. Así como a veces no encontramos las palabras para expresar lo que sentimos con una canción o una obra de arte que nos encanta. De igual manera funciona nuestro cerebro en … Read more

#AD BBQ Mole Enchiladas

At least once a week I like to make dishes inspired by Latino flavors and ingredients.  We put on some Salsa or Latino pop music (which usually results in some dancing after dinner or while we are cooking) and I try to involve the kids in the cooking process as much as possible.  Sometimes I … Read more

Best Ideas to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday in Spanish!

Dr. Seuss’ birthday, celebrated every year on March 2nd, has always been a big event in our household. It’s not just a day to enjoy whimsical rhymes and quirky characters; it’s a celebration of imagination, creativity, and the love of reading.  For this article I have put together the best activities and ideas to celebrate … Read more

LeapFrog’s My Robot Friend App: Making Learning Fun

The best way for children to learn is through play. When learning is fun and children are motivated there is no limit to what they can achieve.  As they get older and schoolwork gets more challenging keeping them motivated and interested in educational activities gets becomes harder.  My daughter is struggling with math and we … Read more