Category: Literature
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Building Readers, Building Citizens: Why Representation Matters in Knowledge-Rich Education
By Ernesto R. Villarreal, Ed.D. July 19, 2026 For generations, public education has been one of the most important institutions in democratic societies. Schools do much more than teach students to read, write, and solve equations. They prepare young people to think critically, evaluate evidence, participate in civic life, and contribute to their communities. Today,…
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Formar lectores, formar ciudadanos: por qué la representación es importante en una educación rica en conocimientos
Por Ernesto R. Villarreal, Ed.D. Agosto 15, 2026 Durante generaciones, la educación pública ha sido una de las instituciones más importantes en las sociedades democráticas. Las escuelas hacen mucho más que enseñar a los estudiantes a leer, escribir y resolver ecuaciones. Preparan a los jóvenes para que piensen críticamente, evalúen evidencia, participen en la vida…
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Sandra Cisneros: The Voice That Put Chicana Stories on the Map
This week, Capacitando.org proudly celebrates the work and legacy of Sandra Cisneros—one of the most influential voices in Chicanx and Latina/Hispana literature. Through groundbreaking works like The House on Mango Street, Cisneros helped open the doors of American literature to stories centered on culture, identity, family, language, and life between two worlds. Our newest Weekly…
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Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz: Defying Limits in Colonial Mexico
This week on Capacitando.org, we shine a light on one of the most extraordinary minds of the colonial era—Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. Known as “La Décima Musa,” Sor Juana emerged from 17th-century New Spain as a self-taught scholar whose brilliance challenged the intellectual boundaries imposed on women. From a young age, her hunger…
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Celebrating Victor Villaseñor: Our Weekly Feature
This week on Capacitando.org: Celebrate Victor Villaseñor, the author who brings Mexican American stories to life! Discover Rain of Gold and the legacy of family, culture, and resilience.
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Carlos Fuentes – A Journey Through Time and Identity
This week, Capacitando.org proudly shines a spotlight on Carlos Fuentes, the legendary Mexican author, essayist, and diplomat whose words continue to illuminate the story of Latin America. From daring novels like The Death of Artemio Cruz to the thought-provoking Aura, Fuentes challenged readers to confront history, power, and identity with brilliance and passion. A centerpiece…
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