I first learned about Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) and the calavera icon when I moved to the United States. In Puerto Rico, we celebrate All Saints Day, and All Souls’ Day. This happens to coincide with the popular Día de Muertos celebrated in the United States, Mexico, and many other countries across the world. I …
As a parent of a bilingual child, I’m pretty sure you’ve heard the expression, “Bilingualism is a superpower!” Every single day we need to remind our children that bilingualism is a superpower. Why? As a parent, telling your children that their ability to speak more than one language is very powerful is nothing short of …
Women’s History Month kicks off on March 1. Below, you will find a variety of resources for teachers and parents. The list includes a couple of fun videos and some impressive websites. After that, we share some of our favorite book titles. Be sure to read all the way to the end for information on …
Paletas are well-known frozen treats originating in Mexico. One can compare them with frozen popsicles. The main ingredient? Fresh fruits. However, there are other variations to the paleta that use dairy based ingredients. In Mexico, you’ll come across many paleteros selling paletas. The paletero is a Mexican cultural tradition where a paleta (popsicle) vendor pushes …
South Carolina is known worldwide for its famous beach called Myrtle Beach. However, there’s more to the state than our famous beaches. Here are ten interesting facts about South Carolina. 1. Palm Trees South Carolina is known as the Palmetto State. The word “palmetto” means “little palm tree.” It comes from the Spanish word “palmito” …