*This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Disney Studios. However, all opinions expressed are my own.       As the mother of two sons, I often hear them commenting on who their latest superheroes are because of all the shows and cartoons that they watch.  It's such a pleasure witnessing them talking about the characteristics that make these heroes so admirable in their eyes.     Although I encourage this type of pretend play and discussion, it is important to me that our boys learn who the true heroes in our society are.  Especially living in a city like New York where First Responders saved so many lives on September 11th, I want my sons to value those who are truly the heroes in our lives.     Being an educator, I can tell you that most of the heroes who perform heroic deeds on a daily basis in your community probably go unnoticed and are under appreciated. The teachers who educate our children, firefighters, police officers, nurses, and … [Read more...]