The 5 Senses in Spanish (Free Spanish Lessons for Kids)
Let’s connect with our five senses in Spanish! After all, our senses are the main gateway for new learning. According to experts, sensory play and learning involves brain development, cognitive growth, as well as enhancing memory functions and neuronal connections. In this bilingual lesson, your kids will not only be learning and understanding new sensory words, but also...Read More
19 Weird Spanish Expressions and Unusual Idioms That Native Speakers Say
Are you curious about weird expressions in Spanish that don’t seem to make sense? Some of these are extremely strange, others are humorous, or old, but I assure you that these funny Spanish phrases will get you closer to speaking like a native. You can find this kind of saying in every language, it is not exclusive to Spanish. Just think of “until the fat lady sings” or...Read More
How To Learn Spanish by Reading the Bible
Learning Spanish by reading is a motivational and powerful tool. And there’s no better book to read than the Bible in Spanish—a book you already know. Why not practice your second language while reading the gospel? Read this article to learn how to use the Bible to learn Spanish! You’ll find out how to say “Holy Bible” and other basic Christian words, access a pool of resources,...Read More
The History of Guatemala’s Central Bank: El Banco de Guatemala
Did you know that a man named Orellana single-handedly restructured Guatemala’s economy by creating the Banco de Guatemala (the central bank of Guatemala)? He also created the Quetzal—Guatemala’s currency—and fought multiple people who were benefiting from a defeated financial system. What is a central bank? It is an entity that possesses the monopoly on the production...Read More
What Is Spanglish? Is It a Real Language?
I bet you’ve heard of Spanglish, the language that mixes Spanish and English. This hybrid has three cultures behind it, and it’s actually a response to a communication need. Is it a real language? No! But even though Spanglish isn’t a language, it’s well known and accepted everywhere. Livin’ La Vida Loca, the famous Spanglish song by Ricky Martin, was a worldwide...Read More
How to Use 80/20 Pareto Method to Learn Spanish Faster
Do you wish there was a better, faster, and more effective way of learning Spanish? Here’s the answer to your prayers: the 80/20 Pareto principle. People use the Pareto method not only to learn a language but also to maximize their experiences in multiple spheres of their lives. That means that by understanding and better yet, internalizing this rule, you will be able to apply it...Read More
How to Create a Memory Palace for Spanish Learning
Learn how to build a learning palace—also called the “memory palace technique” or the “method of Loci” and benefit from your brain’s hidden abilities to learn a new language! There are many memory techniques out there, but this one is different. It allows you to use creativity to tailor it according to your needs. Keep reading to find out what the mind palace technique is, how to...Read More
28 Spanish Love Songs for Every Day of February
Did you know you can learn the language by practicing Spanish love songs? Here are 28 of the best—one for each day of February! They say Spanish is one of the most romantic languages of the world, so surprising your Valentine with a Spanish serenade is not a bad idea. Let one of these beautiful hand-picked pieces inspire you. Choose the song that makes your heart sing and...Read More
10 Brain Foods to Improve Your Memory While Learning Spanish
Want to remember more vocabulary, grammar rules, and phonetics while learning Spanish? Keep your brain performing at its best with these foods that improve memory and concentration! By improving your memory, you make a direct and powerful impact on your language learning process. You can do all of this by consuming certain natural foods that are easy to find and prepare. Both our body...Read More