Have you heard about passive bilingualism? If you’re a beginner to intermediate language learner, or someone who might have been exposed to Spanish but is not fluent, this is for you! Being a passive bilingual is not a bad thing; in fact, it’s an opportunity for you to transform what you have learned so far, reinforce your linguistic skills, and reach fluency. If you identify with this term, keep reading and learn tips and strategies that will help you activate your bilingualism and be a fluent Spanish speaker. So, let’s get started! What’s Passive Bilingualism, and How Do Achieve It?…
Author: catfish
Book Club Playgroup – St Raphael’s School In their bright and air conditioned library, St Raphael’s school invites you to help develop your child’s love and understanding of learning each Wednesday morning from 9:15am to 10:30am. Each week they will choose a different picture book to read to the group. Based on the chosen book, children will take part in craft activities, creative play, singing, and ‘a discussing the book session’ with lots of time for free play. With up to 85% of a baby’s brain development occurring in the first three years, it’s important to interact and engage early…
4. Buy Mix and Match Separates or Sets Choose a few of your favorite clothing colors or signature prints, and then add tops and bottoms to your wardrobe to create outfits in seconds. This style strategy works for you and your baby. Neutral tops and bottoms always create a coordinated look, but you can also include floral prints or stripes that complement classic solids like black or brown. Baby bodysuits are easy to match with leggings or elastic waist denim. New moms will look amazing in an oversized jewel-toned sweater with neutral-colored stretchy shorts or roomy jeans. Mix and match overalls with…
Still reeling from a whirlwind campaign, young people in Senegal threw jackets over their worn election T-shirts on Tuesday to attend the inauguration of an opposition politician who went from political prisoner to president in less than three weeks.Their new leader, Bassirou Diomaye Faye — at 44, Africa’s youngest elected president — took the oath of office promising “systemic change,” and paying homage to the many people killed, injured, and imprisoned in the yearslong lead-up to the West African country’s election.“I will always keep in mind the heavy sacrifices made so as to never disappoint you,” Mr. Faye said, addressing…
Home » Spanish Learning Resources » Video » 25 Best Disney Movies in Spanish [with Catchy Soundtracks] Disney movies are timeless, magical and enjoyable for all ages. Luckily, for Spanish learners, most of them are available in Spanish, complete with top-tier voice actors and catchy Spanish songs. Watching Disney movies in Spanish can be a whole new experience. Plus there are Disney movies too that focus on Spanish-speaking culture, like Colombia and Mexico. Keep reading for 25 Disney movies in Spanish that have captivated millions of fans over the years! Contents Download: This blog post is available as a convenient…
FREE community screening of ‘Wonka’ in Bowden Town Park. Settle in for an the evening with an outdoor screening of ‘Wonka’ at Bowden Town Park. Arrive at 7pm to set up your spot on the lawn, visit the new Discovery Centre , grab some pre-movie nibbles and drinks at Plant 4 or pack a hamper, with screening beginning at sundown. Newly released musical fantasy film ‘Wonka’ tells the story of how Willy Wonka became a world-famous chocolatier. Wonka is rated PG, watch the full trailer here: https://youtu.be/otNh9bTjXWg?si=BsVC-ZLu-yaofqXU You are welcome to take your own rugs, cushions, beanbags and low-lying chairs…
1. Track Your SpendingThe first step to managing your finances effectively is to track where your money is going. Download a budgeting app or use a spreadsheet to log your expenses for 1-2 months. This will show you where you are spending unnecessarily so you can cut back. 2. Make a BudgetOnce you know where your money is going, make a monthly budget. A budget lets you plan where your money should go, rather than wondering at the end of the month where it did go. Be sure to budget for essentials like rent, utilities, and childcare, as well as savings,…
The TheorySocial-emotional learning, often abbreviated as SEL, has become increasingly important in picture books as a way to address the various challenges and pressures that children encounter today. According to the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), SEL involves equipping both young people and adults with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to foster healthy identities, manage emotions, achieve personal and collective goals, demonstrate empathy, build supportive relationships, and make responsible decisions (casel.org).SEL was important before COVID, but during and after COVID, kids lost so many of the following skills because they were isolated from direct contact in…
The bus was carrying people to an Easter church service when it fell off a bridge and plunged 165 feet into a ravine.
Giveaway of Bull & Bear Learn Piggy Banks’ Golden Rule presented by Nolyne Publishing in partnership* with The Children’s Book Review. April showers bring May dollars! Let’s make it rain financial literacy this Financial Literacy Month! Are you ready to embark on a journey into the world of financial literacy with Bull, Bear, and Piggy Banks? Kick-start your child’s financial journey, enter this giveaway for a chance to win these fantastic prizes and empower your child with valuable lessons in money management. The Grand Prize: Signed copies of Bull & Bear Race at the Big Board and Bull & Bear…