5 Latin American Best Startups Worth Over $1 Billion Dollars
In recent years, the growing economic landscape within Latin America has spurred a frantic and remarkable uptick in investments from some of the richest financiers and shareholders around the globe. Places like Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia—to name but a few—are drawing in billions of dollars into their local markets through innovations in tech, finance, and saas (software as a service). ...Read More
Beginner Spanish Books for Middle and High Schoolers
Hello Spanish Learners! You are working so hard on mastering Spanish by taking classes, reading our blogs, and watching our YouTube videos – way to go! To be fluent in Spanish, you will need to understand through listening and reading as well as communicate by speaking and writing. You are almost there – keep working hard and expose yourself to Spanish every day! Whether it is through music,...Read More
Top 10 Spanish Concepts You Won’t Find in English
Most people, as they become bilingual, learn some Spanish concepts that are unique to the language. Some words convey certain thoughts and feelings that are challenging, to describe in any other language! Recent studies have shown that knowing more than one language helps with the development of cognitive function—and prevents its decline as we age. There’s also been research suggesting...Read More
10 Songs in Spanish for Kids
Have you noticed that certain songs get stuck in your head? Or phrases from songs seem to appear out of nowhere and haunt you for days? This is the magic of music. Looking back on our childhood, we can remember the first songs we heard and learned to sing; they became our first stories. Thanks to the lyrics we memorized, we expanded our vocabulary. We asked more questions to our parents about...Read More
Top 8 Travel Destinations
Central America is one of the most vibrant and diverse areas in the world to visit. While you’re challenging yourself to learn more Spanish, we hope that you’re dreaming of where it can take you! Combine your love of the language with a passion for exploration and you may find yourself on one of the best vacations imaginable. To help you out, we have compiled a list of some of the top travel...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
4 Common Fears About Learning a Second Language and How to Overcome Them
What can you do to brave a new language class? Here are four common fears and how to face them head on. Fear #1: “I don’t understand!” Many students are certain they won’t understand a word in class, in the textbook or from their classmates once they step into a Spanish class. No one wants to be the only one in the room who feels lost...However, there will be times when a word or phrase...Read More
6 Storybooks in Spanish Your Kids Will Love
Young readers love to hear a great story over and over! This makes for a great opportunity to incorporate Spanish into story time at home. These bestselling storybooks are recommended to Spanish students by kids and parents alike. 1. La Catrina: Emotions/Emociones by Patty Rodriguez (Best for Ages 0-3) Written for little readers, this sotrybook teaches words for different feelings with...Read More