Adult role models
Pedro talks about the ways that adults in the community can serve as role models for students. See the complete interview here: http://goo.gl/yN53dE
How Rafi and Rosi were born
Lulu describes how she came up with the idea to write an "I Can Read" book featuring two tree frogs.
"If you know where you come from, you know where to go"
Lulu describes the importance of maintaining strong roots, and of making sure that children of immigrants feel connected to their parents' heritage.
The library visit that started it all
Lulu describes how a trip to the library got her started writing books of children's rhymes and games from Latin America.
Losing Alicia, finding Alicia
Lulu shares the story of the tragic accident that took her daughter Alicia's life, and her decision to interview Alicia's friends about their memories of her.
Making sense
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A Big Brother's Decision
Johanna tells a moving story of J. Rexon's decision to do what was best for his mom and baby sister at the previous year's spelling bee.
Kids' Goals
Julissa describes how she encourages her kids to achieve their goals.
Julianna's Favorite Word
Julianna explains which languages her favorite words come from, and gives a great example!
At the Spelling Bee
J. Rexon explains the process he goes through when he is given a word at a spelling bee.