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Music Around the World – Spotlight on the Thumb Piano

September 24, 2025

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Learn about the Thumb Piano! Originating in Africa, the Thumb Piano is known for its captivating sound, distinctive design, and portability........... CONTINUE READING

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Marshallese Language: Interesting Facts & Resources

July 9, 2025

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Let’s learn about Marshallese! We’ve gathered some background information and interesting facts about the language. Check out our newest children’s books available in Marshallese........... CONTINUE READING

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Six Benefits of Bilingual Storybooks

June 16, 2025

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In a world full of distractions, it's easy to overlook the benefits of bilingual storybooks such as enhancing literacy skills, igniting creativity, and more. .......... CONTINUE READING

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Language Lizard Celebrates 20 Years!

April 15, 2025

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Founded in 2005, Language Lizard is celebrating 20 years as a leading publisher and distributor of bilingual books for educators, librarians, literacy programs, and families. .......... CONTINUE READING

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Mongolian Language: Interesting Facts & Resources

March 19, 2025

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Let's learn about the Mongolian language! We've gathered information and interesting facts about the language. In addition, check out our newest children's books available in Mongolian........... CONTINUE READING

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Vietnamese Language: Interesting Facts and Resources

October 9, 2024

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Let’s learn about the Vietnamese language! We’ve gathered background information and interesting facts about the language.  In addition, check out our newest children’s books available in Vietnamese........... CONTINUE READING

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SWAHILI LANGUAGE: FUN FACTS & CHILDREN’S BOOKS

June 25, 2024

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Today we feature the Swahili language! Learn interesting facts about the language and what new Swahili children's books are available........... CONTINUE READING

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Dive into Summer Reading!

April 24, 2024

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Keep boredom at bay and kids reading all summer long with these fun and engaging bilingual book recommendations perfect for this summer's reading themes! .......... CONTINUE READING

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Music Around The World – Spotlight on the Didgeridoo

March 27, 2024

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Learn about the Didgeridoo! This woodwind instrument has a mesmerizing sound and can be traced back to the Indigenous Australian culture. .......... CONTINUE READING

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KHMER LANGUAGE: INTERESTING FACTS & RESOURCES

February 21, 2024

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Today we feature the Khmer language! Learn interesting facts about the language and what new Khmer children's books are available........... CONTINUE READING

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