Storytelling Through Hispanic Legends: Beginner-Friendly Tales in Spanish
From La Llorona to El Sombrerón, Latin American legends open the door to language and imagination. If you’ve ever watched your child’s eyes widen during a bedtime story, you already know the power of storytelling. Now, imagine using those same stories to spark a love for Spanish. Legends and folktales aren’t just spooky or magical—they’re a window into Hispanic culture and a playful,...Read More
Culture Through Crafts: Hands-On Spanish Learning with Latin American Art
From Guatemalan worry dolls to Mexican papel picado, crafts bring culture to life.If your child is learning Spanish, you probably already know how valuable it is to go beyond flashcards and verb charts. But let’s be honest, when you’re trying to earn credit or stick to a curriculum, it’s easy to lose the fun along the way. That’s where cultural crafts come in. Hands-on art projects are a...Read More
Spanish YouTube Channels and Podcasts That Tween Beginners Actually Like
Screen time with a purpose? Yes, please. Here’s what’s fun and educational. If you’ve ever caught your tween glued to YouTube or zoning out to yet another Minecraft podcast, you’re not alone. But what if that same screen time could support their Spanish learning journey? Yes, you can turn passive scrolling into intentional language exposure without feeling like more schoolwork. Whether...Read More
25 Spanish Phrases Every Middle Schooler Should Know Before a Family Visit
Imagine your child walking into a room full of cousins, aunts, and grandparents who all speak Spanish. Everyone smiles, hugs are exchanged, and the hard part comes: speaking. For many middle schoolers just starting out, the idea of using Spanish during a family visit feels overwhelming. They might know a few words from an app or classroom, but they’re not sure what to say, how to say it, or...Read More
From Snacks to Dinners: Spanish Vocabulary for Food That Teens Actually Talk About
Food is one of the most natural, relatable ways to make Spanish come alive, especially for teens. Whether grabbing snacks with friends, ordering at a restaurant, or helping with dinner at home, food vocabulary gives beginner learners real-world words they can use daily. For parents who want to support their teens’ Spanish fluency journey without speaking the language themselves, this...Read More
13 Hilarious Latino Dad Jokes
It’s not easy out there for Latino fathers. As a Latino father of two beautiful girls, I know what I’m talking about. Our culture puts a lot of pressure on fathers, and traditional gender roles and stereotypes do not let us adapt easily to the challenges of today’s world. That said, Latino fathers love a good laugh and tell typical dad jokes, just like other fathers from...Read More
Languages in Spain: How Many Languages Are Spoken in Spain?
Have you ever wondered about the languages in Spain? You may be surprised to learn that people in Spain speak more than just Spanish. That’s right! People in Spain speak mainly four languages, and they’re all available in various parts of the country: Castilian (commonly referred to as Spanish), Euskera, Galician, and Catalan. Crazy, huh? So, let’s...Read More
What’s the Difference Between Hispanic and Latino?
Hispanic, Latino. What’s the difference? Do you know? Well, it’s a bit tricky. Research centers and the US government use both terms without distinction and as synonyms. You might’ve even heard people refer to themselves as both. But are they really the same? Are Spanish people Latino? Should all Latinos call Hispanic too? We know. That sounds confusing. For example, the 2010...Read More
Which Languages Do They Speak in Brazil?
Today, we invite you to travel with us and learn everything you can about the languages of Brazil. Are you ready? You might be thinking, “Well, Brazilians speak Portuguese.” Well, the answer is not that simple. For example, did you know that during the 19th century, lots of Germans emigrated to Brazil? Or that more than 200 indigenous languages are spoken in this amazing subcontinent?...Read More