12 Ways Hispanic Culture Is Changing America
7 min read Did you know that the Latino and Hispanic population in 2020 was 62 million—around 18% of US residents? Since 2010, this segment has grown 23%. More than half the nation’s total population growth comes from Latinos and Hispanics. Topics you’ll discover in this article: Latino vs HispanicHispanic Influence on American CultureHispanic Contributions to US...Read More
45 Empowering Quotes by Frida Kahlo in Spanish
Can you really empower your life with these 45 Frida Kahlo quotes? The simple answer is yes. Frida Kahlo is a late Mexican painter who discovered her talent while confined to a hospital bed after shattering her spine in a bus accident. Soon after her recovery, Frida found her path and mission in life as a prolific modern artist. Not just her art, but also her life journey...Read More
Learn Spanish Faster! 10 Things Polyglots Do Differently
Have you ever met someone who seems to learn foreign languages effortlessly and speaks three, maybe four? How about seven? While it appears that these multilingual people, called polyglots, have super powers, the truth is far less intimidating. In fact, I’m here to say that YOU can easily learn Spanish in less than a year—and without leaving the comfort of your home. It sounds insane,...Read More
Is Mexico Part of North or Central America?
Have you ever wondered if Mexico is part of North America or Central America? As a Mexican, that’s a question I get asked a lot. People from North America tend to consider Mexico as part of Central America, while people from Central America tend to consider Mexico as a North American country. But, what does geography say? And perhaps more importantly, what does culture...Read More
Latin America: Labeled & Outline Maps [Free Printables]
Latin America is a diverse region that encompasses 21 countries and a melting pot of cultures and languages. Teaching Spanish students about this fascinating region is an ideal way to awaken their interest in exploring the world. Do you need help preparing a fun and engaging lesson on Latin America? Look no further! Studying geography with a labeled map gives...Read More
Cosa Rica’s National Hero Juan Santamaría: What’s the Big Deal?
On National Heroes Day, Costa Rica celebrates a man named Juan Santamaría. Every April 11, Costa Ricans commemorate the death of the brave man who they consider a national hero. Did you know that once there was an American businessman who tried to take over all of Latin America? Juan Santamaría stopped him. When was the last time you heard of a 25-year-old...Read More
Catholic Traditions of Holy Week and Easter in Latin America
There’s no time like Easter in Latin America! Otherwise known as Holy Week or Semana Santa, Easter is one of the most important and widely celebrated Catholic traditions in Latin America. Every year during Easter, people dress up, they grow quiet, they make noise, they eat certain things and stop eating others, they organize parades, they play music, and go to church; they do all of these and...Read More
The Real History of Ñ (N with Tilde)
España, jalapeño, piña colada, piñata, mañana—even if you don’t know the meaning of these words, you surely know that these are Spanish words. Why? Because of this n with squiggle—ñ—that they all have! Get ready to discover the true story behind “n with a tilde” and why not using it can have dramatic consequences. Learn how to pronounce it and how to type...Read More
Bilingual Smart Voice Assistance: Does Alexa Speak Spanish?
You’ve probably heard of Alexa, Amazon’s all-knowing voice assistant. But what does this device actually do? How do you use it? Most importantly, can it speak Spanish? Alexa is a virtual assistant that helps you with more than just weather forecasts and calendar updates. This personal device is capable of live translation, speaking Spanish, understanding bilingual commands, and...Read More