In my household growing up, speaking Spanish was NOT an option but a necessity, especially if I wanted to communicate with my Abuela from Puerto Rico and my tía as well. It was a no brainer when I began absorbing the language at a young age. My mother spoke both English and Spanish at home, […]
My Boys Don’t Speak Spanish…So What?
This post has been in me for quite some time now but I’ve been waiting for the perfect time to share. Today I figured, what better time is there to speak about this than during Hispanic awareness month? I have discussed before that many have thought that I am not Hispanic ‘enough’ and this conclusion […]
Review and Giveaway of Hookitty-Tookitty-Tah
Disclosure: I was provided a copy of this book in return for my honest opinion. All views and opinions are 100% my own at MommyTeaches (Eileen). This story, written by Antonio Mugica and illustrated by Herman Mejía, instantly catches the eye of a reader. The illustrations draw you in and keep you turning the pages. […]
Getting Our Bilingual On: La Aventura de Wubbzy y Los Dinosaurios Spanish App
****Disclosure: This is part of a sponsored campaign with Latina Mom Bloggers and Cupcake Digital. I received a free digital download to review this app, and all opinions expressed are 100% my own**** Born from a Puerto Rican mother and an American father, the Spanish language has always been a part of my life. […]
4 Books Celebrating Latino Book Month
Since forever I remember books being in our home. I also remember my mother always having some sort of reading material in her hand. I was that child who would stay upstairs and read instead of going outside and playing on the block. I am that adult right now that would rather curl up with […]