{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Spanish for Children and Families","title":"What Grandparents Teach Us About Language, Love, and Legacy","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":639,"description":"Episode 14 – What Grandparents Teach Us About Language, Love, and LegacyToday’s episode is a little different and one that’s been on my heart for a long time.It’s both a tribute and a reminder.A tribute to my dad, who has played a huge role in my life and in my children’s lives, and a heartfelt celebration of grandparents and the beautiful, often overlooked role they play in raising bilingual children.It’s also a gentle reminder to all of us:Grandparents matter more than we realize… especially in our bilingual journey.We’ll explore the unique ways they shape language, culture, and connection — and why their presence, even from far away, can make a big difference.You may think bilingual parenting is all about you… but what if grandparents are actually a  missing link?Whether you’re a parent, a grandparent, or somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate the imperfect, meaningful moments that create lasting bilingual bonds.Inside This Episode:A personal story of how my dad helped me learn English in ColombiaHow he later became a language mentor and joy-bringer for my childrenWhy time with grandparents doesn’t have to be long to be meaningfulHow their presence supports language, culture, and emotional growthWhat to do if grandparents live far away — or are no longer hereOvercoming resistance from family members who don’t yet understand your “why”How to gently include grandparents in your bilingual journey3 reflection questions to help you reconnect and reimagine the role of eldersA powerful reminder: “What doesn’t get scheduled, doesn’t happen.”A simple idea to try this week: record a grandparent reading a storyA special teaser for next week’s episode: my dad reading We Are All ConnectedReflection Questions:How have the grandparents in your life influenced your child — emotionally, culturally, or linguistically?What stories, songs, or traditions could your child learn from a grandparent that no book or app could ever...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/WytrT-CekcNq6qjuw5PEs7nDA1DIyK9xdYrWulS_ykg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83MWJi/ZmQzZWE3MzAyZjQy/MTk5ZDk1MThhZTM4/YTFkMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}