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Lin-Manuel Miranda & AOC Made a Bilingual Census PSA

Araceli CruzJanuary 24, 2020July 20, 2020

by Araceli CruzJanuary 24, 2020July 20, 202007029

The 2020 Census is here! Are you ready? You better be because your contribution is crucial to the DNA of this country. To help you understand the importance of the Census, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez created a Census...

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Eva Mendes Is Struggling to Teach Her Kids Spanish

Araceli CruzMay 21, 2019August 7, 2020

by Araceli CruzMay 21, 2019August 7, 202004575

For many Latina moms, teaching their kids to speak Spanish is often a priority. But trying to incorporate two cultures in their lives isn’t always easy. Whether you choose to teach your kids Spanish and raise them with Latin traditions,...

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16 Spanish and Bilingual Albums For Kids

HipLatinaNovember 29, 2018October 23, 2020

by HipLatinaNovember 29, 2018October 23, 202009372

If you’re looking for ways to keep the Spanish language and Latin culture alive in your children, filling your home or car with Spanish and bilingual music may help pique their interests and build their Spanish vocabulary in a fun...

Culture Family

5 Bilingual TV Shows for Preschoolers

HipLatinaSeptember 30, 2018September 10, 2020

by HipLatinaSeptember 30, 2018September 10, 202003202

If you want your kids to speak both English and Spanish, the following bilingual TV shows can support your efforts by helping preschoolers learn new words and phrases in both languages. The shows also teach gentle, age-appropriate lessons such as cooperation,...

Culture Family

7 Ways to Use Media and Tech to Raise Bilingual Kids

Common Sense MediaSeptember 25, 2018September 10, 2020

by Common Sense MediaSeptember 25, 2018September 10, 202001331

Whether you speak Spanish or just want your kids to learn it, raising bilingual kids is a big commitment. But even though it can be challenging, it’s definitely worth the effort. Many studies confirm the multiple benefits of bilingualism. Aside from the learning value, Spanish...

Family

7 Bilingual Books That Are Perfect for Your Children

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJanuary 13, 2018November 6, 2020

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJanuary 13, 2018November 6, 202003735

It is important for children to identify with their culture, and feel a connection with it early on. Raising your child bilingual can even set him or her up to be more successful in life. These bilingual books will help your child...

Culture

This Latina Started the Bilingual Greeting Card Company We’ve Always Needed

HipLatinaDecember 31, 2017November 18, 2020

by HipLatinaDecember 31, 2017November 18, 202002209

When we think of diverse representation, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the lack of it in the media, film, and television. However, it’s something as small as a greeting card that can also trigger feeling misrepresented...

Culture

7 Ways to Use Media and Tech to Raise Bilingual Kids

Common Sense MediaJune 21, 2017January 19, 2021

by Common Sense MediaJune 21, 2017January 19, 202101387

Whether you speak Spanish or just want your kids to learn it, raising bilingual kids is a big commitment. But even though it can be challenging, it’s definitely worth the effort. Many studies confirm the multiple benefits of bilingualism. Aside from the learning value,...

News and Entertainment

Lola’s POV: Hey Bieber, if You Can’t Sing in Spanish – That’s Fine, But Don’t Mock Us

lolaJune 4, 2017January 22, 2021

by lolaJune 4, 2017January 22, 202101892

Reggaeton has never been a music genre enjoyed at my house. My Sunday and Saturday mornings were musicalized by Frank Sinatra, Phil Collins, the occasional Sting (or as my dad calls him Sting-aling-aling referencing an old SNL sketch), and the...