Best Spanish Children’s Books for Young Readers
At Rayito de Sol, we understand the value of bilingualism for children. Incorporating a second language into reading time is a great way to get the whole family involved in a child’s language journey. Many parents feel intimidated by the concept of attempting to speak Spanish at home, but children’s books can help ease your […]
Bilingualism Benefits for Kids
If you’re considering enrolling your child in a spanish immersion program, you’re thinking smart. Studies have proven that exposure to a non-native language in childhood has clear and lasting cognitive benefits. And bilingualism has never been more on trend! In fact, a study conducted by the University of Washington found that a whopping 27% of […]
5 Creative Literacy Crafts for Kids
Before your child learns to read and write, they need to develop the building blocks for literacy – the ability to speak, listen, understand, watch and draw. As your child gets older, they need to learn the relationship between letters on a page and sounds. Experts agree that when it comes to facilitating this connection, […]
Monolingualism Illiteracy of the 21st Century
On today’s world stage, multilingual skills and cultural competence have taken lead roles in building a future global workforce. As our becomes less uniform, it is no surprise that learning a second language has become an essential life skill. Children today are facing a global workforce with unique problems requiring creative solutions. From day 1 […]
Guide to the Most Dedicated Daycare in Chicago
The beloved poet Carl Sandburg once called us “The City of the Big Shoulders.” We like that description. It conveys the “get-down-to-work” ethic all Chicagoans share. So what is the hardest working Daycare in Chicago? The choices can be overwhelming so let’s explore some of the options of what’s out there and why we think […]
Bond of Bilingualism and Emotional Intelligence
This week at Rayito, we are focusing on the importance of emotions, moods, and expressions. Not just expressions of feelings, but being able to effectively express yourself to other people in a healthy way. As children grow and develop their language skills, they become able to express themselves – yet dealing with new feelings can […]
Fun Fall Crafts: Autumn Activities for Kids
At Rayito de Sol, each day is filled with engaging, stimulating projects and crafts for children. Our school emphasizes communication, problem-solving and creative thinking skills. Our unique STEAM curriculum utilizes science, technology, ARTS and math to nurture intelligent and thoughtful young humans. As the weather turns colder and playing outside is less of an option for kids, […]
Better Teens Start from Birth
How Quickly Do Kids Learn Spanish?
How quickly will my child learn Spanish?? This is a big question for parents. The truth is: “A lot sooner than you think,” says Luisa Fuentes, founder of Rayito de Sol schools, “Research shows the earlier children can learn a language, the better for many reasons.” Parents often voice concerns that learning a second language […]
Learning Second Language is Good for kids Mind
Article from the Cornell University Chronicle by Susan S. Lang Teaching young children how to speak a second language is good for their minds, report two Cornell linguistic researchers. Learning a second language does not cause language confusion, language delay or cognitive deficit, which have been concerns in the past. In fact, according to studies […]