The Latin American Tradition of Las Posadas
The airy notes of a wooden flute and the ting-tong of a tortoise-shell drum float down the cobblestone street and into the rest...Read More
How to Use Your Phone in a Spanish-Speaking Country
When I was a kid growing up in Guatemala, cell phones were not as common as they are today. They were chunky, simple, and almost...Read More
Martin Luther King, Jr.: His Legacy and Impact in Latin America
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a man of many talents: a smart student, a brilliant speaker, and a peaceful leader to name but a few...Read More
Present Tense Verbs in Spanish Part 1: The Simple Present
When you just start to learn a foreign language, the grammar is completely overwhelming. You probably don’t think about which...Read More
Feuding Fans of Fútbol: Soccer Culture in Latin America
Sports events are riveting and uplifting for spectators and players alike. Do you have a favorite football team? What do you...Read More
How to Pamper Yourself in Spanish
We all need a day to pamper ourselves, right? The stress of work, life, school, family, and kids all builds up and drains us....Read More
Spanish Weather Words for Your Preschooler
How’s the weather today where you live? I bet you have an opinion or two about how much you like or dislike the current climate...Read More
How to Learn Spanish through Music in Middle and High School
Do you want a guaranteed way to learn Spanish while enjoying yourself completely? It’s through music! Ten long years ago, I...Read More
Cosmetics in Spanish
Do you like learning about make-up or trying different types of nail polish? All the colorful and curious items that women use...Read More
Ten Spanish Imperatives to Use with Kids
While telling our kids what to do is generally just another parental chore, teaching them to follow our instructions in Spanish...Read More
Spanish Animals for Preschoolers
Learning about animals is a very exciting time for your preschooler. Suddenly, the world opens up with fascinating creatures who...Read More
Spanish Winter Words for Preschoolers
Brrrr! The temperatures are freezing and heavy snowfall has convinced your family to stay indoors (until it’s time to make a...Read More
Why Missionaries Need Spanish
Working in a Guatemalan city where tourists often frequent has given me the chance to meet numerous different people from all...Read More