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 MoreHow to Sound Like a Native Spanish Speaker
When you learn a language like Spanish, you may be hypersensitive to how different your accent sounds from a native Spanish speaker. Even though the pronunciation is fairly easy to learn compared to English, some small things may give you away when talking with a native Spanish speaker. So, how can you sound more like a native? You can improve your accent and speech! You don’t have...Read MoreLa Actualidad: 5 Spanish News Podcasts You Don’t Want to Miss
Are you ready to feel the power of Spanish news podcasts? By listening to your favorite show on a daily basis, you’ll gradually train your brain to think in Spanish. More importantly, you’ll notice that it’s a breeze to speak Spanish after you’ve sharpened your listening skills with regular audio exposure. The following Spanish news podcasts are best suited for high intermediate and...Read MoreThe 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 More10 Kid-Approved Labor Day Activities in Spanish for Children
Happy Labor Day! Labor Day is a unique holiday that honors the everyday worker. It’s a great opportunity to educate your family on worker’s rights, child labor, and labor unions in US history. Labor Day also highlights the value and dignity of work and its role in American life. New York City celebrated the first Labor Day on September 5, 1882 when the Knights of Labor held a parade to...Read MoreFree Autumn Spanish Words and Resources for Your Preschooler
The leaves are falling and the crisp air smells sweet like roasted wood chips. It’s an extraordinary time of year full of transition and change. Autumn is the perfect time to excite your little one with seasonal vocabulary about el otoño in Spanish! While you surf the internet for fall-related Spanish resources, be sure to bookmark our preschool-oriented posts on the weather, as well...Read MoreNational School Success Month: Set Your Goals for the School Year
It’s back to school time, and National School Success Month is here! Every September when a new school year begins, students, teachers, and parents arrive on the first day of school with a long list of goals. Keep reading to learn what National School Success Month is, why it matters, how to set realistic but challenging goals for a new school year, and tips to help...Read MoreThe Ridiculously Long List of Vegetables and Fruits in Spanish
¿Te gusta comer las frutas y los vegetales? Do you like to eat fruits and vegetables? I am grateful for the exotic flowers, tasty fruits, and blooming gardens that surround me in my daily life. One of the best things about living in Guatemala is the access to affordable, colorful, fresh fruits and vegetables. Ten years ago, I was either unaware of these foods which are now staples of my...Read MoreTop 10 Best Spanish Alphabet Games to Play with Your Preschool Child
A is for apple, and B is for ball. This is one of the first lessons that preschoolers receive from their parents. Mastering the alphabet is important for starting school, and it’s an added plus to learn the alphabet in Spanish. Teaching your kids Spanish at a young age is a great idea because they are so willing and adept at absorbing language. However, if you’re not a native Spanish...Read More