By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | As the clock strikes midnight, people across the globe come together to bid farewell to the old and welcome the possibilities of the future. New Year’s Eve is a time for reflection, joy, and hope, and each …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | The holiday season is a time for warmth, family, and cherished traditions. For heritage language speakers and learners, it’s also a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with their cultural roots. Heritage languages play an essential role in fostering …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | Everyone appreciates a greeting in their own native tongue. Learning holiday expressions from around the world is a fun way to bring us all a little closer. Check out these fun holiday expressions from around the world …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | If you’re thinking about learning Spanish, you might be wondering how challenging it really is. The good news is that Spanish is often considered one of the easier languages for English speakers to learn. Here’s a quick …
As the new school year approaches, many students are gearing up for their language lessons with excitement and maybe a bit of anxiety. Whether you’re continuing your studies or starting fresh with a new language, excelling in your language courses …
As summer winds down, it’s time to gear up for a new school year. Whether you’re continuing your language studies or starting fresh, our comprehensive guide will help you prepare and ensure your language skills are sharp and ready for …
by Tadas Rackauskas Congratulations! You’ve been diligently studying a new language, building your vocabulary, and mastering grammar rules. Now, it’s time to take your language skills from the classroom to real-life conversations. Speaking fluently can be a thrilling and rewarding …
St. Patrick’s Day is well-known in many countries as a day of jovial celebration. Its association with the symbol of the shamrock links the holiday to concepts of luck and superstition. However, symbols of luck and superstition come in many …
When you picture Valentine’s Day, what do you envision? Is it red roses and chocolates? Grand gestures and fancy dinner plans? Or love letters and Cupid? In the United States, the month of February seems to revolve around …
This year, Lunar New Year, beginning on February 10th and ending on February 24th, welcomes the year of the dragon! This 15-day celebration has one of the richest and longest-standing histories, originating from the Chinese lunisolar calendar, dating back more …