#Halloween  🎃👻

Celeste Sáenz me contó dos leyendas de su país, Nicaragua.

Mucho que decir

🎃👻 La Mocuana y La Carretanagua Ft. Celeste Sáenz (Nicaragua)

Hello Families, It's time for another storytime. If your child loves dragons and tacos this book is for them. If you liked this podcast consider checking out my other two story times. 

I am accepting new enrollments. I hope to meet your children soon.

Story Time with Teacher Vanessa

Dragons Love Tacos By Adam Rubin

今日は「请」のフレーズを三つ習いましょう！お仕事とご生活に両方よく使います。

Crystal Gao's Chinese Language Journey

11、请进-入ってください，请坐 – 座ってください ，请说 – 言ってください

** This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children. For mature audiences only. ** 18+
The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig from Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris Illustrations by Ian Falconer
Read by me Teacher Alyse. Listen and follow along.
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The way the pig is labeled based on his Vietnamese heritage, despite being born in the U.S., mirrors the real-world experiences of many immigrants and their descendants. Even when someone identifies as fully American, they can still be seen as "other" because of their background. The parrot's insistence on framing the pig's identity through an ethnic lens—rather than his actual achievements—reflects how media narratives and public discourse can shape (and sometimes distort) the way individuals are perceived.
This is especially important now, given the ongoing discussions about immigration in the U.S. Many immigrants and first-generation Americans face similar struggles with identity, belonging, and how they're portrayed in society. The story also highlights how insecurities—whether about identity, appearance, or status—can be exacerbated by external judgments.
Themes and Interpretation
•	Identity and Stereotyping: The pig’s frustration highlights how labels—whether about ethnicity or body image—can shape and limit a person’s self-perception.
•	Media Manipulation: The parrot, representing a journalist, distorts facts for a sensationalized story, raising questions about bias and ethics in reporting.
•	Self-Perception and Insecurity: The pig’s struggles with his body image illustrate how external judgments can create deep-seated insecurities.
•	Cultural Commentary: The story subtly critiques societal assumptions about identity and heritage, showing how people (or animals) can be boxed in by others’ perceptions.

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk and other stories from David Sedaris ( Adult 18+) 

The Parrot and the Potbellied Pig

Neste episódio, falo sobre o falecimento do escritor brasileiro Luis Fernando Veríssimo, sua importância para a literatura e para o Brasil, e apresento uma recomendação de leitura fácil e divertida para quem quer começar a conhecer sua obra. 🌟

Everyday Portuguese 

Episódio 2 - Adeus, Luis Fernando Veríssimo (EM PORTUGUÊS)

Today’s Theme is “できること・できないこと《Can ・ Cannot do》”.
This episode is JLPT-N4 level.

I created a quiz on this episode.
After listening, please take the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Words☆
曲（きょく / kyoku）：song, music
キーボード（きーぼーど / kībōdo）：Keyboard Instrument
ジブリ（じぶり / jiburi）：Ghibli
免許（めんきょ / menkyo）：license
水泳（すいえい / suiē）：swimming
授業（じゅぎょう / jugyō）：lesson
練習（れんしゅう / renshū）：practice
スキューバダイビング（すきゅーばだいびんぐ / sukyūba daibingu）：scuba diving
早起き（はやおき / hayaoki）：to get up early

☆Grammar☆
・potential form
・～ので《because》
・～てみる《try doing something》
・～つもりだ《intend to do》

☆Script for this episode
The scripts (URL) are listed in the overview section of the channel.
	
☆Quiz for this episode


Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#23  できること・できないこと / Can ・ Cannot do // N4 Level

Living in the moment vs. living in the future

KRISTEL TALKS

In an era dominated by hyper-efficiency, algorithms, and endless digital noise, what does it actually mean to live a deeply human life? The Lost Art of Being Human is a space for quiet reflection, meaningful conversation, and intentional unlearning. Each week, we explore the subtle practices and forgotten truths that reconnect us to ourselves and each other—from the beauty of slow conversations and solitude to emotional presence, creativity, and finding meaning in ordinary moments.

The Lost Art of Being Human

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a0CNY6qKby-5D6r5gCTYZr3TlEN25Nnc/view?usp=drivesdk