Excerpt: NPR.org by Anya Kamenetz Part of our ongoing series exploring how the U.S. can educate the nearly 5 million students who are learning English. Brains, brains, brains. One thing we've learned at NPR Ed is that people are fascinated by brain research. And yet it can be hard to point to places where our education system is really making use of the latest … [Read more...] about 6 Potential Brain Benefits Of Bilingual Education
Archives for February 2017
Tips to Simplify Tax Preparation
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine alone. by Linda Castillo I always procrastinate when it’s time to prepare my tax filings. Every year I literally wait until the last week prior to the deadline to file. Of course this inevitably leaves me stressed out and doesn’t allot me sufficient time to ensure that I am doing everything right to maximize my tax … [Read more...] about Tips to Simplify Tax Preparation
Creative Ideas for Holiday Flower Arrangements
by Linda Castillo My little ones get so excited with each and every holiday. I wanted a creative and simple way to decorate my home without overwhelming the rest of its decor. I have this vase that was the perfect way to create a unique display for each of the holidays. One of my favorite places to get inspiration and ideas is shopping at Michaels. For Valentine’s Day I … [Read more...] about Creative Ideas for Holiday Flower Arrangements
LATINX LGBTQ Film Festival
Save the date for the FREE Latinx LGBTQ Film Festival from February 24– February 25 showing at Maya Cinemas, 153 Main Street, Salinas, CA, 93901. The Monterey County LGBTQ Collaborative invites you to a series of movies that feature lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, including LGBTQ youth, in Latinx communities in California and Mexico. The screenings are free and … [Read more...] about LATINX LGBTQ Film Festival
DIY Cookie Cutter Bird Seed Feeder
by Linda Castillo My little ones have been going stir crazy from being cooped up with all the rain the last few weeks. It was the perfect time to try this DIY cookie cutter birdseed feeder craft. I also picked up these adorable birdhouses for only $1 at Michaels. My girls had so much fun decorating them. I can’t wait to give these gifts to my daughter’s teacher, … [Read more...] about DIY Cookie Cutter Bird Seed Feeder