Science and SEL

Celebrate Día de Muertos with your bilingual family through mindfulness, memory, and meaningful traditions. Discover the cultural roots of this beautiful Latin American holiday — from ofrendas and marigolds to storytelling and gratitude — and explore our curated list of bilingual English–Spanish books that help children honor life, language, and love

October 22 is International Stuttering Awareness Day — a moment to celebrate every child’s unique voice, in every language. At My Mind Is Powerful, we honor bilingual kids who express themselves bravely and beautifully. Learn how mindfulness, translanguaging, and empathetic listening can support bilingual children who stutter — and discover practical tools and resources to help them thrive emotionally and academically.

In this article, we explore how science supports social-emotional learning (SEL) and why it is especially powerful when integrated with bilingualism, cultural identity, and mindfulness. Get ready to learn how emotions, the brain, and education are deeply intertwined and why “My Mind is Powerful” is more than just a name, it’s a science-backed statement.