Entries by Vanessa Simpson

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Chuseok: Korea’s Harvest Moon Festival — A Celebration of Family, Gratitude & Tradition

Autumn lights up the Korean calendar with one of its most beloved holidays: Chuseok (추석). Sometimes called Korean Thanksgiving, Chuseok is a time for family reunions, honoring ancestors, and celebrating the year’s harvest under the full moon. It’s deeply rooted in tradition, yet alive in contemporary practice across Korea and in Korean communities around the […]

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National Adopt a Dog Month

October is National Adopt a Dog Month — a wonderful time to highlight how families can open their homes and hearts to dogs in need. But adoption is just one way to get involved. Whether you adopt, foster, volunteer, or support local rescues — every action helps. Below are: Tips and ideas for families considering […]

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Rosh Hashana: A Sweet New Beginning for Families with Young Children

As the leaves begin to change and fall settles in, families around the world come together to celebrate Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. For families with young children, it’s a wonderful opportunity to explore new beginnings, meaningful traditions, and joyful celebrations—all while creating sweet family memories. What Is Rosh Hashana? Rosh Hashana is more […]

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Social-Emotional Learning in the Context of Language Learning: Nurturing Confident, Empathetic Communicators

In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate in multiple languages is more valuable than ever. But language learning is about much more than mastering vocabulary and grammar—it is a gateway to deeper emotional intelligence, cultural understanding, and meaningful human connection. At Language Kids World, we believe that learning a language is an opportunity to […]

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Celebrating Chinese New Year 2025 with Your Family: Fun Traditions & Activities for Kids

The excitement of a new year isn’t over yet! The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, is one of the most celebrated holidays in the world. In 2025, families around the globe will welcome the Year of the Snake on January 29, marking the beginning of a fresh, prosperous year filled […]

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Three Kings’ Day: A Magical Celebration for Families with Young Children

The holiday season doesn’t end after New Year’s Day for many families around the world. Instead, it continues with Three Kings’ Day—also known as El Día de los Reyes Magos—a cherished tradition that celebrates the arrival of the Three Wise Men who visited baby Jesus. This joyful holiday, observed on January 6, is filled with […]

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Celebrating the New Year Around the World: Fun Traditions for Families with Young Children

The New Year is a time of fresh beginnings, joy, and celebration, and it’s marked with unique traditions around the globe. For families with young children, learning about these diverse customs is a fun and engaging way to explore different cultures, foster curiosity, and build global awareness. At Language Kids World, we encourage families to […]

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Celebrating Thanksgiving with Children: Ideas for Fun, Learning, and Togetherness

Thanksgiving is a special time for families to gather, express gratitude, and create lasting memories. For families with young children, it’s an opportunity to make the holiday meaningful and fun while introducing important concepts like thankfulness, community, and sharing. At Language Kids World, we believe in celebrating cultural traditions in ways that engage young minds […]

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Free Downloadable Halloween Language Learning Activities – Spooky Spanish Fun for Families!

Hello, families! 🎃 This Halloween, we’re bringing you a bag full of spooky, downloadable Spanish learning activities! Dive into Halloween-themed fun while boosting your Spanish vocabulary together. Check out our activities below, download them, and get ready for some bilingual thrills and chills! 🕸️👻   Halloween Spanish Bingo https://languagekids.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/BINGO-Halloween.pdf   Halloween Spanish Vocabulary Video https://languagekids.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Halloween-vocabulary-video_1.mp4 […]