Multicultural Living

Becoming Bicultural to Parent the Children of Today ~ Book Review

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Immigration is often a hot topic in the United States, and becoming bicultural is frequently equated with being an immigrant. However, we are witnessing a unique moment in history where our global society, regardless of origin, is evolving. Parenting in this context presents challenges that previous generations didn’t face, and preparing our children for today’s […]

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Talking to Kids About Poverty: Raising Respectful and Compassionate Children

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On any given day, I find myself telling my children about my childhood and the things I didn’t have growing up. When they complain about the internet being down, having too many toys to pick up, or how little time they got to stay in the pool, I remind them how fortunate they are. It’s

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Teaching Children About Dominican Culture During Hispanic Heritage Month

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When my daughter was born seven years ago, I was convinced she was 100% Dominican, as both my husband and I were born on the island. Since then, I’ve come to realize that her identity is far more complex, heavily influenced by the American culture she was born into. That’s why I love teaching her

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