13 Must-See Wonders of Mexico
The natural and cultural wonders of Mexico are everywhere to be found in this large and extraordinary country. So much, that I couldn’t limit myself to name just the 7 Wonders of Mexico, and had to include 13 of them. Keep reading to learn about the 7 Wonders of the Ancient and the Modern World. What are they? Who chose them? And why should you visit them? Then, get ready to discover...Read More
How to Use Spanish Interactive Notebooks in Your Classroom
If you’re a teacher, odds are that you have heard about Spanish interactive notebooks before. But, have you made the decision to use them in your classroom? In this post I’ll explain what Spanish interactive notebooks are and why they’re useful for your students. Then, I’ll give you a few ideas on how to use them in your classroom and clever strategies to make the most of them....Read More
12 Awesome Spanish Conjugation Games to Play in Your Classroom
Stop struggling to try to teach your students how to conjugate verbs, play Spanish conjugation games in your classroom and they will learn by themselves! Playing games is one of the best ways to learn, and when it comes to something so dry and unalluring as verb conjugations, playing games may be the best way to go. Your students don’t want you to give them a verb...Read More
The Origin and History of Mexico’s Most Famous Food: The Taco
Today I’m taking you on a long and fascinating journey through the history of tacos. I’m exploring with you the question of the taco origin and how this seemingly unimpressive dish has taken over the world. If you’re a fan of Mexican cuisine and are interested in Mexican cultural expressions, you’re going to love this story. Keep reading to learn why tacos may have over 3,000 years...Read More
How To Create Your Own Spanish Class Website for Your Students to Access
Nowadays, it’s so easy to create and publish a website online that you should consider creating one for your Spanish class. The benefits are many as I will show you, and the downside of having your own Spanish website is minimal as you can limit its use and scope to achieve specific goals. Keep reading if you’re wondering if more technology is good or bad for your students...Read More
Top 10 Restaurants in Madrid Serving the Best Patatas Bravas Ever
The tapas culture in Madrid is legendary, and no tapas dish is more popular in the Spanish capital these days than the famous patatas bravas. Madrid is one of the most extraordinary European cities in terms of gastronomic surprises and delights. One of them is patatas bravas, a dish whose secret resides in its simplicity and the legendary ingredients of its sauce. Keep...Read More
Explore the Heart of Central America: Costa Rica
Right at the heart of Central America lies Costa Rica, a country of spectacular natural beauty and rich and fascinating culture. Keep reading to learn a little bit about the history of this beautiful country, its modern-day situation, cultural features, and things to do, and places to visit while there. I’m also including everything you need to know before traveling to Costa...Read More
The History and Cultural Expressions of Belize
In a way, the history of Belize is widely different from that of the rest of Latin American countries. This small country was never conquered by the Spanish—it was first a refuge for pirates and then became part of the British Empire. This situation alone makes Belize a unique case in the continent, and one of the most enigmatic countries in the Americas. Keep...Read More
Create a Noticing Wall for Your Children Learning Spanish
If your children are learning Spanish at home and you want to help them to improve their language learning process, you should be interested in learning what a noticing wall is and how to create one. In this post, I’m exploring with you the different organization tools available for homeschooling language learning children, such as a weekly and a noticing wall. I’m teaching you how...Read More