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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?

2024-02-09

Get More From Your Spanish Read-Aloud with Hands-on Fun!

Research has shown that multisensory learning increases the likelihood of understanding and retention, and teaching a second language becomes a delightful adventure with Un besito y ¡a dormir! Let's dig in and see why.

2023-12-06

Biblio Wonderland: Our 7 Favorite Spanish Board Books We Shared in 2023

Bebés who are read to aren't just learning words; they're merrily exploring with all their senses. The pages transform into a tactile wonderland, the turning sound becomes a tiny holiday concert, and even the scent of the paper decides to join the festive fiesta – whether it's the aroma of a fresh new book or the comforting scent of a well-loved holiday tale.

2023-12-06

Biblio Wonderland: Our 7 Favorite Spanish Picture Books We Shared in 2023

At Sol Book Box, we love helping, much like Santa's elves in a bustling workshop. Here's a roundup of our favorite books sent out in 2023. Among them is a laugh-out-loud book about a furry, four-legged creature with an insatiable appetite for adventure, an enchanting hero of lost teeth, and a true story about crossing the border.

2023-11-25

8 Books featuring Indigenous Voices

A list of books that feature Indigenous voices, encompassing stories that embody joy, cultural pride, overcoming everyday challenges, fun, and the celebrations of family and friendship.

2023-11-05

10 Amazing Benefits of Biliteracy in Kids

Biliteracy, the ability to read and write proficiently in two languages, is a skill that can open doors to countless opportunities for young readers. In this post, we explore just a few of the countless benefits that biliteracy in Spanish and English offers to young learners. Some might surprise you!

2023-11-03

8 uproarious libros to keep your little reader giggling

Laughter is a magical super power for your reader! But to get those giggles you need the right books. Here's eight that had our littles ones in stitches.

2023-11-02

The Magical Power of Laughter: 5 Reasons Why It’s a Must in Children’s Reading

When it comes to sharing a good laugh while reading with kids, the benefits are endless. It's not just a whole lot of fun; it's also the secret sauce for nurturing a lifelong love of reading.