Libraries have historically been multi-faceted organizations which offer not only books and media, but access to community programs and cultural experiences. There is now a growing trend in public schools in which school librarians, classroom teachers, and ELL teachers are using the library as a meeting and activity venue for ELL families. It can be challenging for ELL parents and … Read More
Raising Bilingual Kids
Raising bilingual children can seem daunting but can be exciting and rewarding as well. The path to bilingualism varies greatly depending on your child’s exposure to their native language as well as the new language in their lives and the opportunities for bilingual development you both experience. As a parent, you can support your child’s bilingualism by using your home … Read More
We Need Diverse Books Campaign
Many people responded to the recent call for diverse books. Lectura Books publishes books specifically for Hispanic families in a bilingual format. When a family sees a family like theirs, there is so much to talk about! The book all of a sudden comes to life and that makes reading so much more engaging and fun. Where did the We … Read More