Josefina Bojorquez, Author at AP-OD https://ap-od.org/author/josefina/ Abriendo Puertas | Opening Doors Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:32:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://ap-od.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Logo_v2-100x100.png Josefina Bojorquez, Author at AP-OD https://ap-od.org/author/josefina/ 32 32 Family Connections Issue #28 https://ap-od.org/2026/07/31/family-connections-issue-28/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:31:11 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45725 Family Connections–Issue 28 is here! This issue is all about transitions! Going back to school, starting daycare, and all the big feelings that come with new beginnings. You'll find practical tips for smoother school mornings, tools for easing separation anxiety, and curated book lists to help your child feel ready and confident for this new chapter. You'll also find an ...

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Family Connections–Issue 28 is here!

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This issue is all about transitions! Going back to school, starting daycare, and all the big feelings that come with new beginnings. You'll find practical tips for smoother school mornings, tools for easing separation anxiety, and curated book lists to help your child feel ready and confident for this new chapter.

You'll also find an inspiring Parent Spotlight featuring Karina, a mother who immigrated from Chile with her two children and has built a remarkable new life fueled by her unwavering commitment to her children's future. Read Karina's full story and more in the 2026 National Latino Family Report.

We also invite you to reflect on your own first day of school memories and share them with our community on Instagram and Facebook. And don't forget to download the AP-OD Family App for local family events and resources!

¡Conexiones Familiares–Número 28 ya está aquí!

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¡Este número está dedicado a las transiciones! El regreso a la escuela, el inicio en la guardería y todas esas emociones intensas que acompañan a los nuevos comienzos. Encontrará consejos prácticos para que las mañanas escolares sean más tranquilas, herramientas para aliviar la ansiedad por la separación y listas de libros cuidadosamente seleccionadas para ayudar a su hijo a sentirse preparado y seguro de sí mismo para este nuevo capítulo.

También encontrará una inspiradora sección de Padres Destacados con Karina, una madre que emigró de Chile con sus dos hijos y ha construido una nueva vida extraordinaria impulsada por su compromiso inquebrantable con el futuro de sus hijos. Lea la historia completa de Karina y mucho más en el Informe Nacional de Familias Latinas 2026.

También le invitamos a reflexionar sobre sus propios recuerdos del primer día de clases y a compartirlos con nuestra comunidad en Instagram y Facebook. ¡Y no se olvide de descargar la aplicación Familia AP-OD para encontrar eventos para la familia locales y recursos!

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Descargar aquí

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]]> Ayudando a las familias inmigrantes sentirse informadas y preparadas https://ap-od.org/2026/07/10/ayudando-a-las-familias-inmigrantes-sentirse-informadas-y-preparadas/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:58:35 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45454 Ninguna familia debería tener que enfrentar la incertidumbre por sí sola. Mantenerse informada, contar con el apoyo de la comunidad y saber a dónde acudir en busca de ayuda son algunas de las formas más poderosas en que las familias desarrollan juntas su fortaleza y resiliencia. Por eso hemos elaborado la Guía de recursos de inmigración de AP-OD, una recopilación ...

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Ninguna familia debería tener que enfrentar la incertidumbre por sí sola. Mantenerse informada, contar con el apoyo de la comunidad y saber a dónde acudir en busca de ayuda son algunas de las formas más poderosas en que las familias desarrollan juntas su fortaleza y resiliencia. Por eso hemos elaborado la Guía de recursos de inmigración de AP-OD, una recopilación completa de recursos confiables y fáciles de encontrar para las familias y los proveedores que las apoyan.

Que incluye

La guía reúne recursos verificados en siete áreas clave:

    • Conozca sus derechos: información clara sobre sus derechos en el hogar, en el trabajo, en la escuela y al interactuar con las autoridades.
    • Redes de respuesta rápida: redes locales y estatales a las que puede llamar si necesita ayuda inmediata.
    • Asistencia legal: organizaciones legales de confianza y directorios para ayudarle a evitar estafas y encontrar apoyo real.
    • Detención y deportación: orientación y herramientas para mantenerse en contacto con la familia durante momentos difíciles.
    • Salud mental: recursos para apoyar el bienestar emocional tanto de niños como de adultos, incluida la atención adaptada a las necesidades culturales.
    • Educación: información sobre el derecho de los niños a aprender y prosperar en la escuela, sin importar el estatus migratorio de su familia.
    • Kits de preparación familiar: herramientas prácticas y paso a paso para ayudar a las familias a crear un plan de seguridad con anticipación.

Para qien fue hecha

Esta guía está dirigida a padres y cuidadores que buscan respuestas claras y un plan para su familia. También está dirigida a profesionales de la primera infancia, educadores y socios comunitarios que buscan un recurso confiable para compartir con las familias a las que prestan servicios.

Como usarla

No es necesario que lo lea de principio a fin. Marque la página, hojee la sección que más le interese en ese momento o compártala con un colega que trabaje directamente con las familias. Todos los recursos incluidos han sido seleccionados porque provienen de una organización confiable y ofrecen información que las familias pueden poner en práctica.
Consulte la guía
Saber a quién acudir es una preocupación menos que tener que cargar a solas. Esperamos que esta guía ayude a su familia, o a las familias a las que sirve, a sentirse un poco más informadas, preparadas y apoyadas.

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]]> Help Immigrant Families Feel Informed and Prepared https://ap-od.org/2026/07/10/help-immigrant-families-feel-informed-and-prepared/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:58:18 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45444 No family should have to face uncertainty alone. Staying informed, leaning on community, and knowing where to turn for help are some of the most powerful ways families build strength and resilience together. That's why we've put together the AP-OD Immigration Resources Guide, a one-stop collection of trusted, easy-to-find resources for families and the providers who support them.What's Inside The ...

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No family should have to face uncertainty alone. Staying informed, leaning on community, and knowing where to turn for help are some of the most powerful ways families build strength and resilience together. That's why we've put together the AP-OD Immigration Resources Guide, a one-stop collection of trusted, easy-to-find resources for families and the providers who support them.

What's Inside

The guide brings together vetted resources across seven key areas:

    • Know Your Rights – Clear information on your rights at home, at work, at school, and when interacting with authorities.
    • Rapid Response Networks – Local and state networks to call if you need help right away.
    • Legal Help – Trusted legal organizations and directories to help you avoid scams and find real support.
    • Detention and Deportation – Guidance and tools for staying connected with family during a difficult time.
    • Mental Health – Resources to support emotional well-being for both children and adults, including culturally responsive care.
    • Education – Information on children's right to learn and thrive in school, no matter their family's immigration status.
    • Family Preparedness Toolkits – Practical, step-by-step tools to help families create a safety plan in advance.

Who It's For

This guide is for parents and caregivers who want clear answers and a plan for their family. It's also for early childhood providers, educators, and community partners who want a reliable resource to share with the families they serve.

How to Use It

You don't have to read it cover to cover. Bookmark it, skim the section that matters most to you right now, or share it with a colleague who works directly with families. Every resource included has been selected because it comes from a trusted organization and offers information families can act on.
View the Guide
Knowing where to turn is one less thing to carry alone. We hope this guide helps your family, or the families you serve, feel a little more informed, prepared, and supported.

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]]> 2026 Summer Resources Guide https://ap-od.org/2026/06/25/2026-summer-resources-guide/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:21:21 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45365 Your Best Summer Starts Here Free resources, fun activities, and family moments worth remembering — all in one place. This summer, AP-OD is putting everything you need right at your fingertips. The 2026 Summer Resource Guide is packed with free and low-cost resources to help your family explore, learn, and create memories together — from local activities and educational apps ...

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Your Best Summer Starts Here

Free resources, fun activities, and family moments worth remembering — all in one place.

This summer, AP-OD is putting everything you need right at your fingertips. The 2026 Summer Resource Guide is packed with free and low-cost resources to help your family explore, learn, and create memories together — from local activities and educational apps to summer meals and printable activities for little ones.

You already give your children so much. Let this guide make it a little easier and fun.

Ready to Make This Summer Unforgettable?

Download your free copy of the 2026 AP-OD Summer Resource Guide and start exploring everything the season has to offer.
Download the Guide in English
Descargar la guía en español

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]]> Take Your Learning Beyond Every Session https://ap-od.org/2026/06/10/recommended-resources/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:55:21 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45306 The AP-OD 4th Edition curriculum was designed with and for parents and caregivers — to strengthen the knowledge, confidence, and skills they already carry. And now, there's even more to explore. We're excited to share the AP-OD Recommended Resources page, a curated collection of resources that includes tools, guides, videos, and articles to support your learning across all 10 AP-OD ...

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The AP-OD 4th Edition curriculum was designed with and for parents and caregivers — to strengthen the knowledge, confidence, and skills they already carry. And now, there's even more to explore.

We're excited to share the AP-OD Recommended Resources page, a curated collection of resources that includes tools, guides, videos, and articles to support your learning across all 10 AP-OD curriculum sessions.

Whether you're revisiting Session 1 on the power of your home as your child's first school, exploring the bilingual brain in Session 3, building early math skills in Session 7, or preparing to advocate for your child in Session 9 — these resources support your learning beyond each session. 

What will you find?

    • Research and articles from trusted organizations like Zero to Three, CDC, NAEYC, and ChildTrends
    • Activities and guides from Sesame Workshop — in English and Spanish
    • Tools to support your child's growth, health, literacy, math, school readiness, and social-emotional well-being
    • Resources to help you take care of yourself, too! Because healthy families start with healthy parents and caregivers

You don't have to navigate parenthood alone. These resources are here to support you, session by session, every step of the way.

Explore the resources in English
Explore the resources in Spanish

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]]> Discover Vroom’s Brain-Building Resources https://ap-od.org/2026/06/10/discover-vrooms-brain-building-resources/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:54:52 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45300 AP-OD is proud to feature VroomⓇ as a trusted resource for families. Developed by the Bezos Family Foundation, Vroom takes the latest research on early brain development and puts it where it belongs: in your hands. Because the truth is, you are already doing more than you know.What is Vroom? VroomⓇ is a free collection of simple, science-backed tips and ...

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AP-OD is proud to feature VroomⓇ as a trusted resource for families. Developed by the Bezos Family Foundation, Vroom takes the latest research on early brain development and puts it where it belongs: in your hands. Because the truth is, you are already doing more than you know.

What is Vroom?

VroomⓇ is a free collection of simple, science-backed tips and activities designed for the everyday moments parents and caregivers share with young children from newborns through age five. Whether you're cooking dinner, folding laundry, or waiting at a doctor's office, Vroom shows you how to turn those moments into brain-building opportunities.

Check out the AP-OD Vroom resource page to explore: 

    • Access to tip sheets you can print
    • A short that brings the Vroom approach to life
    • A Vroom Moments at Home video playlist 
    • Dedicated resources for new and expecting parents

One in three young children in the United States grows up in a home where a language other than English is spoken. Which is why VroomⓇ has created a collection of print-at-home tip sheets and resources available in a total of 16 additional languages.

You are your child's first teacher. VroomⓇ is here to support you — one moment at a time.

Explore Vroom resources on the AP-OD platform

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]]> Más días buenos juntos: Cuidarse a uno mismo ayuda a que su familia prospere https://ap-od.org/2026/05/26/mas-dias-buenos-juntos-cuidarse-a-uno-mismo-ayuda-a-que-su-familia-prospere/ Tue, 26 May 2026 22:46:17 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45264 Como padres y cuidadores, a menudo ponemos a los demás primero. Entre el trabajo, las responsabilidades familiares, las citas y el estrés diario, cuidarnos a nosotros mismos puede quedar fácilmente relegado al último lugar de la lista. Sin embargo, los pequeños momentos de atención, apoyo y conexión pueden ayudarnos a tener más días buenos, tanto para nosotros como para las ...

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Como padres y cuidadores, a menudo ponemos a los demás primero. Entre el trabajo, las responsabilidades familiares, las citas y el estrés diario, cuidarnos a nosotros mismos puede quedar fácilmente relegado al último lugar de la lista. Sin embargo, los pequeños momentos de atención, apoyo y conexión pueden ayudarnos a tener más días buenos, tanto para nosotros como para las personas que amamos.

Vea el siguiente video:

A muchos padres les cuesta dar prioridad al cuidado personal, y con razón. La culpa, la falta de tiempo, las preocupaciones económicas, las expectativas culturales y la falta de apoyo pueden hacer que el cuidado personal parezca algo inalcanzable. Sean cuales sean sus circunstancias, usted merece apoyo, y hasta el más pequeño gesto de cuidado cuenta.

Aquí tiene algunas formas sencillas de cuidar su bienestar emocional esta semana:

  • Pida ayuda cuando la necesite
  • Tómese un breve descanso cuando se sienta abrumado
  • Descanse siempre que pueda
  • Póngase en contacto con amigos o familiares que le brindan apoyo
  • Dedique tiempo a actividades que le den alegría
  • Recuerde que buscar apoyo es una señal de fortaleza

Este mes, propóngase a elegir solo un pequeño acto de autocuidado. Unos momentos de tranquilidad, un paseo al aire libre, una conversación con alguien en quien confía o simplemente respirar profundamente pueden marcar la diferencia.

Porque los días buenos comienzan cuando nos cuidamos a nosotros mismos, y usted también se merece ese cuidado. No está solo.

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]]> More Good Days, Together: Caring for Yourself Helps Your Family Thrive https://ap-od.org/2026/05/26/self-care-helps-your-family-thrive/ Tue, 26 May 2026 22:44:55 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45258 As parents and caregivers, we often put everyone else first. Between work, family responsibilities, appointments, and everyday stress, taking care of ourselves can easily move to the bottom of the list. But small moments of care, support, and connection can help create more good days for ourselves and for the people we love. Watch the video below:Many parents struggle to ...

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As parents and caregivers, we often put everyone else first. Between work, family responsibilities, appointments, and everyday stress, taking care of ourselves can easily move to the bottom of the list. But small moments of care, support, and connection can help create more good days for ourselves and for the people we love.

Watch the video below:

Many parents struggle to prioritize self-care—and for good reason. Guilt, lack of time, financial stress, cultural expectations, and limited support can all make self-care feel out of reach. Whatever your circumstances, you deserve support — and even the smallest act of care counts.

Here are a few simple ways to support your emotional wellness this week:

  • Ask for help when you need it
  • Take a short break when feeling overwhelmed
  • Rest when possible
  • Reach out to supportive friends or family
  • Make time for activities that bring you joy
  • Remember that seeking support is a sign of strength

This month, challenge yourself to choose just one small act of self-care. A few quiet moments, a walk outside, a conversation with someone you trust, or simply taking a deep breath can make a difference.

Because more good days start with caring for ourselves— and you deserve that care too. You are not alone.

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]]> Libros para más días buenos https://ap-od.org/2026/05/22/libros-para-mas-dias-buenos/ Fri, 22 May 2026 21:19:56 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45252 Las historias tienen una forma especial de abrir las puertas al diálogo, a los sentimientos y a más días buenos, juntos.  Leer con su hijo o contarle historias es una de las cosas más poderosas que puede hacer por su bienestar emocional. Los libros ayudan a los más pequeños a poner nombre a sus sentimientos, a lidiar con emociones intensas ...

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Las historias tienen una forma especial de abrir las puertas al diálogo, a los sentimientos y a más días buenos, juntos. 

Leer con su hijo o contarle historias es una de las cosas más poderosas que puede hacer por su bienestar emocional. Los libros ayudan a los más pequeños a poner nombre a sus sentimientos, a lidiar con emociones intensas y a saber que no están solos en lo que viven. Y para los padres y cuidadores, la hora del cuento también es una oportunidad para conectarse, escuchar y modelar el tipo de conciencia emocional que construye familias sanas y prósperas.

En este Mes de la Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, hemos recopilado una lista de libros bilingües para ayudarle a usted y a su pequeño a explorar temas como las emociones, el autocuidado, la ansiedad y la resiliencia, un cuento a la vez. Cada libro es un paso pequeño pero significativo hacia más días buenos para toda su familia.

No lo olvide: ¡su biblioteca local es uno de los mejores recursos a su disposición! Es posible que muchos de estos títulos ya estén en los estantes, y su bibliotecario siempre es una excelente fuente de recomendaciones.

Libros

  • Un grave caso de rayas por David Shannon [inglés | español]
  • R es para respirar: El abecedario para manejar los sentimientos irritables y frustrantes por Dra. Melissa Munro Boyd [inglés | español]
  • No tengas miedo, cangrejita por Chris Haughton [inglés | español]
  • El Secreto de Emilia by Marina Lisenberg  [español]
  • Buenas noches yoga por Mariam Gates [inglés | español]
  • Gruñon por Suzanne Lang [inglés | español]
  • ¡Me gusta como soy! por Karen Beaumont [inglés | español] 
  • Escuchando con mi corazón por Gabi Garcia [inglés | español]
  • Las preocupaciones de Pilar por Victoria M. Sanchez and Jess Golden [inglés]
  • El libro de un cuerpo ocupado: una guía al ejercicio por Lizzy Rockwell [inglés | español]
  • El monstruo de colores: Una historia de emociones por Anna Llenas [inglés | español]
  • No te preocupes por Todd Parr [inglés]
  • La paloma necesita un baño por Mo Willems [inglés | español]
  • La paloma tiene sentimientos también por Mo Willems [inglés]
  • El conejo escuchó por Cori Doerrfeld [inglés | español]
  • El globo de a preocupaciones by Mónica Mancillas [inglés]
  • ¡Eres increíble! por Wayne W. Dyer [inglés]

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]]> Books for More Good Days https://ap-od.org/2026/05/22/books-for-more-good-days/ Fri, 22 May 2026 21:19:53 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45248 Stories have a special way of opening doors to conversations, to feelings, and to more good days, together.  Reading with your child or telling stories is one of the most powerful things you can do for their emotional well-being. Books help little ones name their feelings, navigate big emotions, and know that they are not alone in what they experience. ...

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Stories have a special way of opening doors to conversations, to feelings, and to more good days, together. 

Reading with your child or telling stories is one of the most powerful things you can do for their emotional well-being. Books help little ones name their feelings, navigate big emotions, and know that they are not alone in what they experience. And for parents and caregivers, storytime is also an opportunity to connect, listen, and model the kind of emotional awareness that builds healthy, thriving families.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we've put together a bilingual book list to help you and your little one explore topics like emotions, self-care, anxiety, and resilience — one story at a time. Each book is a small but meaningful step toward more good days for your whole family.

Don't forget — your local library is one of the best resources available to you! Many of these titles may already be on the shelf, and your librarian is always a wonderful source of recommendations.

Books

  • A Bad Case of the Stripes by David Shannon [English | Spanish]
  • B is for Breathe: The ABCs of Coping by Dr. Melissa Munro Boyd [English | Spanish]
  • Don’t Worry, Little Crab by Chris Haughton [English | Spanish]
  • El Secreto de Emilia by Marina Lisenberg  [Spanish]
  • Good Night Yoga: A Pose-by-Pose Bedtime Story by Mariam Gates [English | Spanish]
  • Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang [English | Spanish]
  • I Like Myself by Karen Beaumont [English | Spanish] 
  • Listening with My Heart  by Gabi Garcia [English | Spanish]
  • Pilar’s Worries by Victoria M. Sanchez and Jess Golden [English]
  • The Busy Body Book: A Kid’s Guide to Fitness by Lizzy Rockwell [English | Spanish]
  • The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas [English | Spanish]
  • The Don't Worry Book by Todd Parr [English]
  • The Pigeon Needs a Bath! by Mo Willems [English | Spanish]
  • The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too by Mo Willems [English]
  • The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld [English | Spanish]
  • The Worry Balloon by Mónica Mancillas [English]
  • Unstoppable Me! by Wayne W. Dyer [English]

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