075. VLM Spotlight: Embracing Bilingual Education and Cultural Identity Through Writing with Maestra Mendoza

In this episode, I have the privilege of sitting down with Brenda Perez Mendoza, a remarkable Latina mom, award-winning dual language teacher, and author. Brenda shares her inspirational journey from a first-generation child of immigrants to a celebrated educator and author, driven by her passion for bilingual education and cultural identity.She discusses the many challenges she encountered due to language barriers and how these experiences propelled her to advocate for racial justice and bilingual education through her Latinx American Bilingual Series books. These works aim to bridge identity gaps for kids, empowering them and their Latina moms to embrace their heritage through storytelling.Brenda offers invaluable expertise for bilingual families and educators, underlining the importance of recognizing bilingualism as a superpower.In This Episode, You’ll Hear:Brenda’s philosophy and impact on becoming a leader in education.The birth of a bilingual book series and how Brenda reclaimed her love for writing.How parents can advocate for their children in schools, their community, and beyond.Follow Maestra Mendoza!Instagram: instagram.com/maestramendozaFacebook: facebook.com/lamaestramendozaPurchase her book series here!For full detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode75Support the showSHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Apple podcasts.Watch this podcast episode on YouTube!Follow Viva la Mami on Instagram @vivalamamiJoin the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Viva la Mami newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you won't miss a thing!Have a suggestion for an episode topic? Click HEREHave a suggestion for a guest? Click HEREVisit the Viva la Mami Websitewww.vivalamami.comHave questions or want to connect? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠