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Help Bring Camila's book to Print in 2026!

Camila and the Camera will be having a fundraising campaign soon on Kickstarter!

Kickstarter is a crowdfunding platform that allows creators to fund projects directly through the help of the community who support, believe in, and want to be a part of their projects.

By supporting Camila's book campaign you are helping place a new story of family, love, and encouragement in the hands of children. -Author Raquel 😍📚

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Tips for reading bilingual books

Tip 1

Read the book in your primary/native language first.

Tip 2

Read the book in the 2nd language next. Sound out familiar words.

Tip 3

Read both languages at a moderate pace when you feel more comfortable.

Tip 4

Match the English to Spanish words. Recognize cognates.

Tip 5

Pace yourself, try to re-read as often as possible.

Cognitive Development Q&A's

What is cognitive development?

A: Cognitive development is the process where humans acquire and organize information, where one thinks, reasons & problem solves.

What are the 4 stages of cognitive development?

  1. Sensorimotor Stage
  2. Preoperational Stage
  3. Concrete Operational Stage
  4. Formal Operational Stage

Will speaking 2 languages confuse my child?

A: No, it will not. Children are in the early stages of cognitive development. Children soak up languages best from birth to 3 years old. Optimal time is by age 8.

What age is best to introduce a 2nd language?

A: Experts believe preschool ages are best. The first 5 years of a child's development their brain's ability to learn a 2nd language is unmatched.

Which language do I teach my child first if I'm bilingual?

A: It's best to have children learn the language you are most fluent in or spoken most often in the home. Children can learn multiple languages at the same time but it is your choice on the timing or method.

Can I raise a bilingual child if I don't speak a 2nd language?

A: Of course! It could come with some challenges but be achievable. There is always room to learn something new at any age. Baby steps can lead to giant leaps.

Tip to Motivate & Encourage your Child

Encourage & Motivate!

  • Spark curiosity by having them explore surroundings and try new activities.
  • Praise them- Let them know how proud you are & what they have done right
  • Reduce technology- encourage hands on activities for fine motor skills
  • Include their interests- keep it top of mind and fun-they like cats, fruit, dinosaurs?- find a way to make it a part of their next hands on activity
  • Give out rewards- Have stickers, new coloring books, or art supplies as motivation for doing well, helping or when they learn something new!
  • Include them in your everyday activities- going to the store?..explain the different sections- have them point out fruit, colors, etc. washing dishes?- have them tell you which one is a dish, a cup, a bowl.

Did you know?

When you read to your children..

it helps you build a special bond. Reading for 30 minutes a day exposes them to almost 2 million words a year! You help them cultivate a life long love of reading. Reading refines their communication and social skills.