President Barack Obama proclaimed September 15th through October 15th of 2015, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the cultures and contributions of the many Hispanic families and Americans with Hispanic lineage.
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Who doesn’t love storytelling? Whether we tell them, listen to them, or read them, we all love to learn of new and interesting things through storytelling. Literature is an important element of our culture, expression, and all aspects of daily living. Children love listening to and sharing stories. However, many children avoid reading because they struggle with:
My family and I have always been active members of our community. When people in the community see Richie with us, we’re often asked about how to approach him, professionals often ask for tips on how to work with kids like him. I appreciate the willingness of others reaching out to make a connection with my son. I most certainly welcome the interest in learning by asking questions, over staring and silence. For me personally, the blatant stare is so much more intrusive than just asking a question (take a look at my article on 10 things you shouldn’t say to parents of children with special needs).
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Author: Christine Goulbourne
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