Ser vs. Estar at the Museum: Which One Do We Use to Describe Art?
Ser vs. Estar at the Museum: Which One Do We Use to Describe Art? Imagine you’re standing in front of a colorful mural with your middle schooler during Hispanic Heritage Month. The teacher asks, “Describe this in Spanish!” Your child bravely starts: “El mural… es… está…?” Then they freeze. Which verb is correct? This moment is a common hurdle for new Spanish learners. The verbs ser and...Read More
Little Hands, Big Traditions: Preschool Crafts for Día de los Muertos
If you’ve ever walked into a craft store in late October, you’ve probably noticed the colorful sugar skulls and bright marigolds that seem to pop off the shelves. That’s the magic of Día de los Muertos, a holiday that’s as vibrant as it is meaningful. And here’s the best part: you don’t have to wait until your child is “older” to introduce them to these beautiful traditions. Preschoolers,...Read More
Abuelita’s Kitchen: Easy Latin American Snacks to Make with Kids
Even the pickiest preschooler perks up at the smell of something warm and sweet baking in the kitchen. What if I told you that those family snack times could also be the perfect chance to sprinkle in a little Spanish? Cooking is hands-on, fun, and full of opportunities to learn new words naturally. In fact, studies show that children are more likely to remember vocabulary when it’s tied to...Read More
Colors, Shapes & Patterns in Latin American Art: 15 Words to Describe What You See
Kids this age learn best when their world feels playful, colorful, and alive. That’s where art comes in. Latin American art—from the dazzling Otomi textiles of Mexico to the intricate Talavera tiles of Puebla—is bursting with shapes, colors, and patterns. What better way to introduce Spanish than by talking about what your child can see? Instead of memorizing letters, they’ll point to a...Read More
Dance Your Way Into Spanish: Salsa, Merengue, and Beyond
Even two left feet can learn a little Spanish while dancing to the rhythm of Latin America. If you’ve ever seen your middle schooler light up when music comes on, you know that movement and rhythm make everything more exciting. What if I told you that the same energy could be used to build your child’s foundation in Spanish? Dance is more than just fun—it’s a powerful learning tool....Read More
Storytelling Through Hispanic Legends: Beginner-Friendly Tales in Spanish
From La Llorona to El Sombrerón, Latin American legends open the door to language and imagination. If you’ve ever watched your child’s eyes widen during a bedtime story, you already know the power of storytelling. Now, imagine using those same stories to spark a love for Spanish. Legends and folktales aren’t just spooky or magical—they’re a window into Hispanic culture and a playful,...Read More
Travel Spanish for Visiting Mexico & Central America: Key Vocabulary + Cultural Tips
Imagine this: You’ve just landed in Guatemala City with your daughter. The air is filled with the smell of tortillas cooking, your relatives are smiling warmly, and the streets are buzzing with buses, markets, and music. But suddenly, you freeze. You don’t know how to ask where the bus stop is or how to politely compliment your aunt’s tamales. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The...Read More
How to Break Through the Intermediate Plateau and Finally Feel Fluent in Spanish
The intermediate wall is real; here’s how to climb over it. If you’ve been learning Spanish for a while, you probably know the feeling: you can form sentences, you understand quite a bit, but conversations still feel clunky and unnatural. You might be stuck repeating the same safe phrases while everyone else seems to glide effortlessly through conversations. That frustrating “plateau” is one...Read More
Why Is “Me Gusta” So Tricky? 25 Simple Phrases You Can Use Today
Learning how to say “I like” in Spanish is one of the first big hurdles new learners face. At first, it feels like it should be simple. Just swap out the English words, right? But then you run into me gusta and me gustan… and suddenly you’re not sure which to use. I’ll never forget the moment it clicked for my daughter. After just two days of practice, she looked up from coloring and said...Read More