Meet Christy de Zayas: Champion of Bilingual Literacy
Christy de Zayas, a Cuban-American educator with over 30 years of experience, has dedicated her career to empowering students through bilingual education. As a teacher, coach, principal, and educational consultant, she has been a passionate advocate for fostering literacy and language preservation. Living in South Florida, Christy understands the importance of maintaining cultural heritage while promoting academic success.
Recognizing a gap in authentic Spanish literature for bilingual learners, Christy founded Había Una Vez—a company committed to making high-quality Spanish-language books accessible to schools and families. Her mission is to provide students with the same beloved books available in English while also ensuring they have access to original works by Spanish-speaking authors. Through this approach, she fosters bilingual development and nurtures a love for reading in both languages.
Había Una Vez: Bringing Spanish Book Fairs to Schools
Había Una Vez offers online Spanish Book Fairs, carefully curating selections of books that include authentic literature and popular award-winning titles translated into Spanish. These book fairs serve a dual purpose:
- Enhancing students' access to engaging Spanish-language books that strengthen bilingual literacy.
- Supporting schools by allocating a portion of the proceeds to fund educational initiatives.
Our Mission
At Había Una Vez, we aim to build strong school communities by providing families with an easy way to enrich their children’s education. We believe in the power of books to promote bilingualism, cultural appreciation, and a lifelong passion for reading.
Whether you're a parent, educator, or school administrator, Había Una Vez is here to support your bilingual journey. Let us help you bring the joy of reading and the beauty of bilingualism to your school and home!
