Ser vs Estar vs Tener: All the Ways to Say ‘I am’ in Spanish
“Ser, estar, tener” is one of my favorite topics when teaching. Why? Because it shows how the language we speak affects the way we think. Ser vs estar, (and tener) present nuanced differences in meaning in Spanish that don’t exist in English, which simply translates these verbs (in many cases that I cover here) as “to be.” Let’s explore some easy rules for understanding the usage...Read More
Desempeñar vs Empeñar in Spanish: Verb Comparison
Desempeñar and empeñar are two Spanish words that look similar and have common roots but have gone totally separate ways in common, everyday usage. Are you ready to get rid of the confusion between these two verbs? Keep reading! Desempeñar vs Empeñar: Why It’s Confusing There’s no doubt about it, desempeñar and empeñar are confusing. Why? For...Read More
8 Spanish Project Ideas for Your High School Classroom
Spanish projects for high school are some of the most potent language-learning tools in your arsenal as a teacher! Project-based learning is ideal for all levels of education and all subjects. There is nothing more engaging for students than a project to do, and self-motivation is crucial for effective learning. Read this article to access eight Spanish projects for high school that are...Read More
Fiesta of the Virgin of Los Angeles, Cartago, Costa Rica
La Fiesta of the Virgin of Los Angeles is celebrated in Cartago, Costa Rica on August 2nd, and it is one of the most significant religious celebrations you’ll ever witness in Central America. Only Christmas and the Holy Week Celebrations are more important in Costa Rica in terms of religious festivities, but if you’re interested in experiencing the soul and culture of the Costa Rican...Read More
How to Learn Spanish: 5 Easy Strategies That Actually Make You Fluent
How can you learn Spanish the fastest possible? You could move to a Spanish-speaking country and spend a few months immersing yourself in the language there—but who has the time (or budget) to do that on a whim? If you’re looking for Spanish immersion without leaving the comfort of your own home, then you’ll enjoy these 5 easy strategies that actually improve your fluency. With...Read More
How to Write a Poem in Spanish to Express Your Creative Side
Whenever I tell my students we’re going to study poetry and learn how to write a poem in Spanish, they roll their eyes. But guess what? They end up loving every step of their creative journey! Today, I would love to teach you! I promise to use simple poetic forms and guide you with easy and straightforward steps. We will be looking at short poems and recipes. By the end of...Read More
Tampoco vs Tambien: The Definitive Guide for Spanish Learners
También and tampoco are two little words in Spanish that seem confusingly similar, especially because you use both of them to agree with another person! Luckily, it’s easy to distinguish the situations in which you’ll need también vs tampoco and learn how to use them properly. In this blog post, you can find a detailed, step-by step explanation of también vs tampoco with many examples. At...Read More
Describe Your Skin and Skin Care Routine in Spanish
Are you inspired to talk about your skin and skin care routine in Spanish? Perhaps you’re looking to delve into the beauty industry and attract Spanish-speaking clients. Or you want to better understand the Spanish label on a specific skin product. If you’re traveling to a Spanish-speaking country, you may enjoy a spa treatment where this vocabulary will come in handy. ...Read More
Explosive Science Class Vocabulary in Spanish
Giving a science class in Spanish as part of your homeschooling curriculum is a fantastic idea. You’re not only teaching science, but also boosting your child’s Spanish language skills. Interdisciplinary teaching is the way to go. Take advantage of any Spanish knowledge your student already has and introduce science vocabulary in Spanish. Teaching science words works best in...Read More