It’s Our Birthday! Homeschool Spanish Academy Turns 10
Homeschool Spanish Academy turns 10 years old today! As the founder and CEO of the company, I’ve felt inspired to take a look at how far we’ve come in those 10 years and to share the story with you. And more importantly, I’d like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a loyal customer and an integral part of our language-learning community. Humble Beginnings Sometimes when I...Read More
Learn Spanish Fast: Reshaping the Methods Used to Learn Spanish
We talk to people every day – on the street, in the store, at home – and rarely think about how amazing it is that we can actually communicate with them. We constantly take for granted our ability to converse with those around us. Now, 58.9 million of our neighbors here in the States are Spanish-speakers. Imagine that for a moment. There is an impressive language...Read More
Increase Your Access to the World with Spanish
Travelling takes on a whole new meaning when you can walk out of the airport confident in your Spanish. You connect with the people and places around you, actions and experiences take on a deeper meaning and the world becomes more accessible. Kids and adults alike travel with an enhanced level of confidence when they can say so much more than “Hola.” Simply put, becoming fluent in Spanish can...Read More
Speaking Spanish vs. Just Reading and Writing it (Benefits & Outcomes)
We all dream of speaking Spanish at full-speed and hope that all of the studying will result in new friends, exciting travels, and maybe even job opportunities. Many students spend the bulk of their time learning a new language just reading and writing it in hopes of fluency. Unfortunately, this is not the most effective way to learn Spanish or any language. We all have to gulp down our...Read More
Bilingualism: How the US Compares to Other Countries
How does America compare to other countries when it comes to language acquisition? The answer is complicated; it changes based on age, available programs and the lifestyle of each learner. Here’s an overview of how bilingualism in the US compares to other countries. The Age of the Student There are several factors that ultimately determine how many bilingual individuals there are...Read More
Food for Thought: 6 Spanish Foods to Learn About (and try!)
A tasty homemade snack, dessert or even a full meal can make a great addition to any Spanish lesson and a wonderful way to look at culture. Here are some Spanish foods to learn about and taste the next time you want to do some extended learning. Spanish Deviled Eggs Eggs are a huge part of Spanish cuisine as well as an important element in the Latin diet. The Spanish have several egg...Read More
Cinco Sentidos: Exploring the Five Senses in Spanish
Using the 5 human senses can be extremely advantageous when learning something new, like Spanish or another foreign language. Teachers can use experiences, meals, and experiments to get students excited to use their new language. Want to try some sense exploration at home? Here are some fun activities you can do with things you already have at home. Sight or Vista There’s no...Read More
Ahead of the Pack: How Becoming Bilingual Now Can Leap your Child Ahead of Their Peers
Does a bilingual student stand out in class? A huge number of studies conducted around the world have confirmed that yes, a bilingual student possesses significantly higher mental stamina as compared to their monolingual peers. Here’s a closer look at some of the findings about bilingual students and their keys to success. They Navigate Noise A bilingual brain has practice...Read More
4 of your Child’s Favorite Games that have Spanish Adaptations
Playing games can be a way for students to practice Spanish in a fun, relaxed environment. Some recess favorites from the US and Canada have Spanish Adaptations equals you can use for extra vocabulary practice whenever your learner needs time outside. 1. Red Light, Green Light becomes 1, 2, 3 – ¡Momia Es! This game works the same way in Spanish as it does in English with the bonus...Read More