Spanish Stories & Practice: Spanish Reading Comprehension Series: A1
Reading stories has always been a great way to have fun, discover new worlds, and yes—learn! If you do it in a new language, the learning part of it grows exponentially as you put into practice all the knowledge that you have previously acquired. That’s why Spanish reading comprehension activities are always an important step in your learning process. In this post, we’ll learn why...Read More
20 Fascinating Spanish Books for Adult Beginners
You are never ready to read your first book in another language. Little details make Spanish books more challenging than reading in English. However, it’s one of those things that you just need to do. Once you start, your previous knowledge and hours of study will kick in and your understanding of the story will surprise you. Yes, there will be words and phrases you won’t know, but...Read More
15 Incredible Mexican Movies for Kids Who Love Family Movie Night
If you are like me, you’ve watched every mainstream movie for kids available on every streaming platform. That’s life for a father of two girls between 4 and 6 years old. But sometimes you get tired of the same plots and script formulas, and you’d like to watch something different and refreshing. That’s when watching Mexican movies for kids becomes a great idea. Not only are they...Read More
20 Best Spanish Movies That Will Make You Cry
Movies are one of the best ways we have to escape reality and dream for a couple of hours. However, not all films are made equal, and Hollywood movies are not like Spanish ones. Let’s face it, the best Spanish movies are those that grab your soul, take it through a roller coaster, and leave you with lots of questions and doubts about what you’ve just watched. In this post, we’ll...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Using ‘And’ in Spanish (and Other Conjunctions)
Let’s say that you’ve been studying Spanish for a while and you have a decent vocabulary. But your attempts at holding conversations feel robotic or limited, to say the least. Do you know how to say “and” in Spanish (or “although,” “however,” or other conjunctions you so easily use in English)? That could be the reason that your conversations don’t...Read More
Take Action on World Cleanup Day, el Día Mundial de Limpieza
Every year, humans create 2.12 billion tons of waste (industrial, electronic, radioactive, plastic, etc). Unless something changes, that number will increase by 70% by 2050. Is there anything you can do to stop this urgent issue? Yes! You can participate in World Cleanup Day to raise awareness of the problem, and start solving it one day at a time. What Is World...Read More
Jugar Conjugation: Free Spanish Lesson, Exercises, and PDF
Some of my fondest memories from childhood involved playing ball with my dad. Nowadays, I play dolls with my daughters and nothing makes me happier. Playing games and sports are enjoyable activities. Are you ready to learn about the Spanish verb jugar, or “to play”? Keep reading, then take the opportunity to test yourself with a few exercises at the end of the article. ...Read More
How to Be Funny in Spanish: 10 Knee-Slapping, Good-Humored Jokes
Being funny is one of the best ways to make new friends and it’s also a good recipe to be happy. Everyone loves to be around a funny person who knows how to make them laugh. Besides, learning the way humor works in a different language is a window into that culture. For that reason, learning jokes has always been an interesting way to develop your language skills. Let’s sit...Read More
35+ Must-Know Spanish Slang Words Used in Central America
Every language has its own slang words which vary by country and region, terms that pop up from the streets and take on a life of their own. Central America’s variety of countries feature colorful vocabulary full of fascinating words and sounds that sometimes even cross borders. Let’s learn some of the most common Spanish slang words from each country in the region. What...Read More