Category Archives: Community Support

Multicultural Children’s Book Day: Vaccines Explained Reviews

On January 28th, 2022, Language Lizard celebrated Multicultural Children’s Book Day as a Platinum Sponsor. Here are some reviews of our bilingual children’s book, Vaccines Explained. Continue reading Multicultural Children’s Book Day: Vaccines Explained Reviews

Bilingual Story Walks

We explore the origin of the StoryWalk® and how libraries around the country can take advantage of this immersive idea. Then, we offer bilingual book recommendations to include in your own StoryWalk®! Continue reading Bilingual Story Walks

Support Multicultural Children’s BOOKS & LITERACY on #GivingTuesday

Language Lizard is proud to join the many organizations around the world celebrating #GivingTuesday on December 1, 2020. As a Pledge 1% member, we are committed to supporting children’s education initiatives. Learn more about Pledge 1%, Room to Read, and two other non-profits that need your support to continue their work to promote multicultural children’s literature.

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Talking to Children about Racism and Inequality – Resources for Teachers and Parents

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We at Language Lizard always strive to promote inclusion, and celebrate diversity. We encourage schools, teachers and families to address the inequities that exist in our society. This post contains resources that specifically address how parents and teachers can talk about race and racism with children.

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Giveaway & Free Resources to Promote Multicultural Reading at Home

Language Lizard launched a brand new bilingual book giveaway to support reading while students are engaged in distance learning. As a Pledge 1% member, we are also continuing to support Room to Read’s global literacy efforts during the COVID-19 crisis. Free e-books are available to all students on Room to Read’s digital platform. Read on to learn more about these great resources to promote reading!

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Support Global Literacy on #GivingTuesdayNow

Today is #GivingTuesdayNow. Language Lizard, a Pledge 1% member, is pleased to continue our support of children’s education initiatives during this challenging time. Learn more about Pledge 1%, Room to Read, and other non-profits that you can support to help children worldwide.

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Online Teaching Support & Information for ELL Families Regarding Coronavirus

During this challenging time, we want to provide you with a few useful resources.

  • Multilingual information about Coronavirus to share with families, including English Language Learners 
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Libraries Support Immigrant Children & Families

Libraries around the country are stepping in to support immigrant families. Some are new arrivals, navigating the immigration system. Others have undocumented family members who are facing possible enforcement actions. Here, we offer some suggestions you can give your local library, so they can offer assistance to these families during an extremely vulnerable period of their lives.

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DIA! DIVERSITY IN ACTION

Library building with "Dia! Diversity In Action" text

April 30th of each year is the culmination of Dia! Diversity in Action.

Dia! Diversity In Action

Also known as El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), Dia! is a nationwide initiative from the American Library Association that helps libraries connect their patrons to more bilingual and multicultural resources.

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