The American Center is one of the leading gathering spots for bilingual families in the South. All resources are free: 5,000+ English books (picture books, chapter books, comics, skills books), American magazines, prep materials for TOEFL Junior, SAT, AP.

Programmes for bilingual kids
  • Monthly Storytime: American volunteers read to ages 3–8 (usually Saturdays).
  • Maker Lab: English-medium STEM workshops for ages 8–15.
  • Family Movie Night: original-language animations with subtitles.
  • Public Speaking Club for older students.
Tips for parents

Register free via the website or at the desk. Bring a national ID/passport to enter the consulate building. Schedule is updated on the 'American Center HCMC' Facebook page.