Books are doors to so much knowledge on numerous topics. They open our eyes to the world even without traveling. We can learn about different countries, nature, animals, science, and human nature. You can reread a book many times and still find something interesting each time. The beauty of children’s books is that all factual …
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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 …
Arpilleras are South American works of art that are both easy and inexpensive to make with kids. They became a popular form of political protest during Pinochet’s military dictatorship in Chile (1973-1990), but more contemporary arpilleras often depict rural life. These crafts are also a great way to honor Hispanic Heritage Month, the annual U.S. …
When parents and educators think about Hinduism, Holi and Diwali are the two major holidays that come to mind. But, Krishna Janmashtami {john-mahsh-tah-mee}, the celebration of Krishna’s birth, is also popular, fun, and kid-friendly. It usually falls sometime during August, and it’s a great way to explore both Hinduism and Indian culture. Here are a …
Happy Lunar New Year!! The traditions and celebrations for Lunar New Year everywhere revolve around family, fun, and lots of FOOD! Being Taiwanese Chinese, I’ll share some general facts about Lunar New Year. More specifically, in this post, I am going to highlight the Chinese New Year traditions that my family celebrates through the lens …
