69. Maria Lopez Twena ~ The Unseen Role of the Immigrant Child

Join us as we dive into MariVi the Master Navigator: All Aboard, the latest installment from Maria Lopez Twena. MariVi, now in third grade, faces one of her most relatable challenges yet: feeling self-conscious about her culture. We discuss the pivotal moment when MariVi meets a new biracial, Spanish-speaking classmate and suddenly worries about what her friends think when Spanish is spoken in public. The series serves as a crucial guide for families as their children learn to embrace their dual heritage and recognize their invaluable role as cultural navigators. Discover how Twena's books are transforming this challenging experience into a superpower of duality.