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711: Reading Crisis in the USA: What Every Latino Parent Should Know
What if improving your child’s literacy didn’t feel stressful or overwhelming? In this episode, Janny Perez shares eye-opening data about the U.S. reading crisis, breaks down what it means for bilingual households, and equips you with simple, research-backed routines to make reading a joyful, cultural, and everyday part of your legacy.
Show Promos You Don't Want to Miss:
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02:08 – The Reading Crisis in U.S. Schools
04:43 – What the Data Actually Says
07:35 – Top Reasons Why Kids Fall Behind in Reading
10:41 – Why Bilingual Kids Have a Literacy “Superpower”
13:06 – 6 Steps to Help Parents Can Increase Literacy in Kids
28:36 – Recap and Invitation
About Janny Perez
Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage. She's the author of Nobody Told Me This About Raising a Bilingual Child.
She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind Confident Bilingual Parenting .
Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
Studies:
- National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Reading Results (grade 4 & 8)
- NAEP Reading Results (Grade 12)
- Why Bilingual Students Have a Cognitive Advantage for Learning to Read
- Contributions of bilingual home environment and language proficiency on children’s Spanish–English reading outcomes
- Bilingualism and Development of Literacy in Children
Resources:
- Nobody Told me This About Raising a Bilingual Child Book
- 🎉 Confident Bilingual Parenting Course (Includes milestone trackers, exposure strategies, and mindset modules)
- More free printables + resources at milegasi.com
How You Can Support & Engage
Apply to Be a Guest – Share your bilingual parenting story!
Leave a Review – Apple Podcast or Spotify. Your feedback helps more families discover the show.
Join the Newsletter – La Lista at Milegasi.com. Get exclusive tips, printables, and updates!
Connect on Social Media
Instagram: @milegasi
Threads: @milegasi
Podcast Instagram: @thelatinamomlegacy
Pinterest: @milegasi
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What if improving your child’s literacy didn’t feel stressful or overwhelming? In this episode, Janny Perez shares eye-opening data about the U.S. reading crisis, breaks down what it means for bilingual households, and equips you with simple, research-backed routines to make reading a joyful, cultural, and everyday part of your legacy.
Show Promos You Don't Want to Miss:
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR MY FREE WORKSHOP
02:08 – The Reading Crisis in U.S. Schools
04:43 – What the Data Actually Says
07:35 – Top Reasons Why Kids Fall Behind in Reading
10:41 – Why Bilingual Kids Have a Literacy “Superpower”
13:06 – 6 Steps to Help Parents Can Increase Literacy in Kids
28:36 – Recap and Invitation
About Janny Perez
Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage. She's the author of Nobody Told Me This About Raising a Bilingual Child.
She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind Confident Bilingual Parenting .
Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
Studies:
- National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Reading Results (grade 4 & 8)
- NAEP Reading Results (Grade 12)
- Why Bilingual Students Have a Cognitive Advantage for Learning to Read
- Contributions of bilingual home environment and language proficiency on children’s Spanish–English reading outcomes
- Bilingualism and Development of Literacy in Children
Resources:
- Nobody Told me This About Raising a Bilingual Child Book
- 🎉 Confident Bilingual Parenting Course (Includes milestone trackers, exposure strategies, and mindset modules)
- More free printables + resources at milegasi.com
How You Can Support & Engage
Apply to Be a Guest – Share your bilingual parenting story!
Leave a Review – Apple Podcast or Spotify. Your feedback helps more families discover the show.
Join the Newsletter – La Lista at Milegasi.com. Get exclusive tips, printables, and updates!
Connect on Social Media
Instagram: @milegasi
Threads: @milegasi
Podcast Instagram: @thelatinamomlegacy
Pinterest: @milegasi