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2025-07-07

Raising a Bilingual Reader? Here’s 5 Things to Stop Doing Today

Raising a bilingual child doesn’t require perfection—but it does require small, intentional choices. Especially when it comes to the stories you share.

2025-06-24

7 Books that Will Get Your Child Speaking Spanish

Not every child is ready to dive into Spanish right away—and that’s okay. These 7 joyful, interactive books are designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and connection—helping kids find their voice, on their terms.

2025-06-09

Your Spanish Storytime Starter Pack: 7 Words & Phrases to Explore

Starting Spanish at home can feel overwhelming. Where to begin?  Here’s our advice: keep it simple, consistent, and fun. Focus on a handful of high-frequency, emotionally resonant words and phrases—ones your child will actually use and hear every day. Then build from there.  To help, we’ve pulled together a short list of powerful Spanish “starter phrases” along with our favorite bilingual and Spanish-language books to reinforce each one.

2025-06-03

7 Children's Books That Make Spanish Feel Instantly Familiar

Raising a bilingual child in a mostly English-speaking home isn’t easy. But the right stories can help. These books are designed to feel instantly accessible—even for kids (and parents) just starting out.

2025-06-03

7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Kids Learning Spanish This Summer

Here are 7 easy, family-friendly activities to make bilingual learning a magical part of your summer routine—no flashcards required.

2025-05-23

Sneak Peek: June Book Box Selections

As summer approaches and routines start to shift, it’s the perfect time to spark something new. Here’s a little preview of some of the stories subscribers might find in this month’s box. ✨

2025-05-08

10 Spanish & Bilingual Children's Books That Celebrate Mamá

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we’ve gathered 10 beautiful Spanish and bilingual books that honor all kinds of moms and the magic they bring to everyday moments.

2025-04-21

Spanish Dreams: Why Bedtime Reading Is a Bilingual Superpower

How a simple nighttime story can boost your child’s brain, deepen your bond, and build lasting Spanish skills.

2025-04-09

5‑Minute Storytime Hacks for Instant Spanish Magic

Whether tonight’s book is in English or Spanish, you can weave in language practice without adding work. Kids absorb new sounds and words fastest before age eight, so even five focused minutes make a difference. Try these lightning‑quick hacks with whatever story is already on your nightstand.

2025-01-23

The Art of Re-Reading: Why Bilingual Kids Love It and How to Keep It Fresh

When it comes to raising bilingual kids, revisiting the same story in a second language is not only joyful but also incredibly impactful.

2024-10-09

Fall Into Reading: 12 Warm and Cozy Spanish Children's Books for Autumn

To be fair, there's no BAD time to snuggle up with your little one and a good book. But there's just something about this time of year, right? That's why we've curated a collection of our favorite Spanish and bilingual children's books that are perfect for the cozy, crisp days of autumn.

2024-09-20

Learn the Lingo: 5 Essential Terms for Bilingual Success

The world of bilingual learning is rich with its own unique lingo, and understanding these terms can greatly enhance your journey. In this article, we’ll go over some of the most common vocabulary, how to use it, and why it’s important. I hope this serves as a valuable resource to further your bilingual learning experience.

2024-06-30

Why Start Spanish Early? The Surprising Benefits of Raising Bilingual Children

As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible start in life. One powerful way to do this is by raising them bilingually.

2024-06-19

How Reading Spanish to Your Toddler Can Boost Your Own Fluency

Did you know that this practice can also significantly improve your own Spanish fluency? In this post, we explore how reading Spanish to your toddler can be a mutually beneficial journey.

2024-05-10

Better late than never: a monolingual parent's journey to a biliterate family

Once I took my final Spanish class in my freshman year of college, I largely put the language on the shelf next to astronomy and intro to statistics. It wasn’t until almost 20 years later that I fully grasped what I was missing. And with two young children now thriving in dual language immersion school, I’m beyond grateful.

2024-05-07

Help your reader grow in 2 languages with stage-based Spanish curation

Language learning can be a bit of a balancing act. Nurturing real growth, while also making the journey enjoyable for children and parents…well, it usually takes a plan.

Here’s a peek at ours!

2024-05-07

Why Spanish? It's complicated (and that's a good thing)

Our own Karina Batchelor discusses her Latiné roots, living bilingually, and how passing that on to her child keeps her motivated.

2024-03-04

10 Empowering Spanish & Bilingual Children’s Books for Women’s History Month

March is a time to celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of women throughout history. As we honor these trailblazers, here’s 10 libros that can inspire and empower young readers to dream big and change the world.

2024-02-21

International Exploration: 8 Bilingual Children's Books for World Thinking Day

At Sol Book Box, we believe in the power of books to foster empathy, curiosity, & appreciation for diverse cultures. So, in honor of World Thinking Day, we've curated a list of 8 bilingual books that invite children to explore the rich tapestry of our global community.

2024-02-11

12 Heartwarming Spanish and Bilingual Children's Books About Love

As Valentine's Day approaches, we're reminded of the boundless love we share with our little ones. And what better way to celebrate this special day than by immersing them in stories that not only warm their hearts but also nurture their growing minds?