In Guatemala, the first day of October is “El Día del Niño” (or “Children’s Day”)… it is just as big of a deal in Guatemalan culture as our Mother’s day and Father’s Day.

On Wednesday at both schools in La Limonada there was a big celebration for the kids. Here are some photos from the original school (Vidas Plenas Uno):

And here are some photos from the new school on “The Other Side” (notice the new desks and chairs the kids are able to sit at):