5 Ways Teachers Can Create a Translanguaging Classroom
According to the Council of the Great City Schools, about half of large city school districts either have a shortage of bilingual teachers for those learning English, or will have one in the next five years. It is a big problem when there is a shortage of these teachers coupled with the fact that the […]
How Does Little Sponges® Align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines?
Little Sponges® strives to make dual language education accessible to ALL children including children with disabilities. That is why we work hard to ensure that our educational platform and content are aligned with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. What are the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines? Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 defines how to make […]
Meet the Little Sponges® Team: Li Liu
In this new blog series, Meet the Little Sponges® Team, we aim to learn more about the people behind the Little Sponges® interactive dual-language program. From translators and writers to the CEO and curriculum developers, Little Sponges® has a diverse team of passionate individuals who aim to create the best bilingual program for young children. […]
Spring Language Learning Activities for Your Classroom
Spring is here! Since it’s the season of growth, here are eight spring-themed activities you can do with your students to grow their spring vocabulary in multiple languages. 1) Make a colorful bird’s nest from wool/yarn and glue! Watch the Jungle Adventure and Forest Adventure videos to learn about different types of birds. Then, make […]
Meet the Little Sponges® Team: Camille Meritan
In this new blog series, Meet the Little Sponges® Team, we aim to learn more about the people behind the Little Sponges® interactive dual-language program. From translators and writers to the CEO and curriculum developers, Little Sponges® has a diverse team of passionate individuals who aim to create the best bilingual program for young children. […]
Meet the Little Sponges® Team: Karin Kraeling
In this new blog series, Meet the Little Sponges® Team, we aim to learn more about the people behind the Little Sponges® interactive dual-language program. From translators and writers to the CEO and curriculum developers, Little Sponges® has a diverse team of passionate individuals who aim to create the best bilingual program for young children. […]