Cooking with Letters: 5 Ways to Reinforce Writing Skills in the Kitchen

Cooking with Letters: 5 Ways to Reinforce Writing Skills in the Kitchen

The kitchen is one of the most educational rooms in the house. From science to math, all sorts of fun learning experiments can take place using simple ingredients and gadgets. But the learning isn’t limited to just these two subjects. In fact, la cocina can play a powerful role in teaching your child about his [...]

Exploring Geography & Culture with Foods & Recipes

Exploring Geography & Culture with Foods & Recipes

Two of my kids’ favorite subjects are geography and culture. Both go hand-in-hand really, since you can hardly have one without the other. My children especially love exploring different people, traditions, languages, and lands. And one of the best ways to do so is through food. Latin American food is, naturally, one enormously fun lesson [...]

7 Hispanic Heritage Sites Across the Americas

Hispanic Heritage Travel

One of the great ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month is to learn about the widespread cultures of Latin America, whose history is so unquestionably intertwined with ours. And what better way to celebrate than to travel and immerse yourself in culture? Here are seven Hispanic Heritage sites across the Americas for you to explore: [...]

How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Year Round

Hispanic Heritage Month

While Latinos across the country have more opportunities this month to share their own culture, celebrating our Hispanic heritage should truly be a year round adventure to help our children find the comfort and beauty of our rich cultures. So if you are looking for ways to celebrate Hispanic heritage every day, here are some [...]

6 Steps for a Successful College Application

college application

When it comes to getting into the college of your choice, your college application is the single most important tool you have in your hands. A great application can zip you to the front of the line, while a bad one can land you at the bottom. Keep these six tips in mind when you [...]

7 Science Apps for Your Kids

science apps for kids

Looking to sharpen your kid’s science skills? Try out apps that teach everything from handy anatomy to useful geography. Below are seven of my family’s favorite educational apps for iPad. But most of them are also available for iPhone. Happy learning! GEOGRAPHY 1. Stack the States (FREE-.99¢) for ages 6 and up Learning about the [...]

7 Rules for Effective Family Bonding

Family bonding activities.

When was the last time you just sat and talked with your child or your spouse? In today’s busy world, more and more families are throwing away valuable opportunities for spending quality time together. Without a commitment to carving spaces for bonding moments, families can slowly grow apart. How can a family prevent this from [...]

10 Back-to-School Must Haves

10 Back-to-School Must Haves

Already have that back-to-school shopping list ready? Before you head out, take a moment to look at our top 10 school essentials and compare. For extra savings, be sure to take advantage of the tax-free shopping weekends in your state. 1. Backpack  ($34.95-$84.95) This year, take the time to invest in a sturdy backpack for [...]

Heroic Mothers: Amazing Tales of Moms Protecting Their Young

Heroic Mothers: Amazing Tales of Moms Protecting Their Young

There is within most mothers, an unconditional—almost desperate—love for their child that begins often before birth and never ends. This love is universal and transcends borders, cultures, and continents. Like a fierce mama bear protecting her cubs, many mothers are willing to risk personal suffering, injury, or loss to keep their children safe. Take, for [...]

10 Playdate Activities You’ve Never Heard Of

10 Playdate Activities You’ve Never Heard Of

Participating in a playdate group is a great opportunity for parents and their kids to socialize with one another. But what happens when it’s your turn to host the playdate? Don’t worry. We’ve got 10 guaranteed fun activities to keep those kids entertained. 1. Build-a-Bank It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about [...]