Author Archives: Britta Blanski
Ideas for Having Fun Indoors
When we have little kids at home, the thought of staying indoors all day with them can make us feel stressed because we know that at some point they’re going to become stir crazy. Thankfully, there are lots of ideas on the internet (thank you Pinterest!) of ways to keep kids busy whether it’s an … Continue reading
Ecuador
This week we added another country to our passports and went on an adventure to Ecuador! Ecuador is one of the smaller countries in South America that is nestled between Colombia and Peru and has the equator running straight through it. It is most famous for its Galapagos Islands, but also has a lot to … Continue reading
Día del Amor y la Amistad
Amame cuando menos lo merezca, por que sera cuando mas lo necesite. Valentines Day! That mushy-gushy holiday that sometimes brings feelings of bitterness but can also be an excuse to make cute heart-shaped treats and splurge on the dollar section at Target. We’re making February 14th a day to celebrate friendship. Any day is a … Continue reading
España
As a Spanish immersion school in the United States, many of our teachers have come from and are from Latin America, so it’s fun when we study a Spanish speaking country from another region – Spain! Spain is a European country with a rich history and culture. It is famous for the Age of Exploration, … Continue reading
The Benefits of Reading
Let’s talk about everything books and reading! Do you spend time reading to your kids? Have you integrated reading into your daily routine whether it’s during quiet time or before going to bed? I’m sure you have a pile of children’s books; maybe some books have been destroyed through rough play and others have the … Continue reading