The Ultimate Guide to the Spanish Calendar: Dates, Holidays and More
“Time is relative; its only worth depends upon what we do as it is passing.” – Albert Einstein As with many other things, Einstein was right about time. But although he completely changed the paradigm of modern science by understanding time as relative, he only made it even more important for the rest of us. Time is everywhere. In the English calendar, the Chinese calendar,...Read More
The Best Way to Learn Spanish Grammar On Your Own
Learning Spanish grammar on your own is a big decision, and you should give yourself a pat on the back for it! I personally didn’t have to worry about the best way to learn Spanish, but the best way to learn English (since English is my second language). What I enjoyed about my experience is that the process to grammar proficiency offers a wide variety of approaches. While...Read More
Celebrate Day of the Dead with This Essential Spanish Vocabulary List
Few festivities are as popular worldwide and as identified with the Spanish-speaking world as the Day of the Dead. Yes, it started in Mexico, but it’s now a global celebration. It deserves our attention, as you may need some vocabulary related to this commemoration one day. With roots in the indigenous world of the Americas before the arrival of Europeans, the Day of the Dead is a...Read More
Extraordinary Patterns: Guatemala’s Annual Kite Festival
When you hear Day of the Dead, what comes to mind? Maybe you think about the movie Coco or elaborate skull face paintings. While these are common ways to celebrate Día de los muertos, these are traditions unique to Mexico—not the rest of Latin America. Each country celebrates this special day in its own way, but one nation, in particular, stands out from the rest with its impressive...Read More
Soul-Stirring Spanish Terms of Endearment for Anyone You Love
Terms of endearment express affection to everyone we love—to our pets, children, partners, friends, and relatives. Spanish speakers tend to be quite loving and affectionate gente, giving life to an inspiring collection of Spanish terms of endearment that fill the heart with joy. In the Spanish and Latin American culture, expressing your care for another person is an essential part of...Read More
Spanish Stories & Practice: Spanish Reading Comprehension Series: A2
At this point, you’ve memorized the conjugation patterns of irregular verbs in Spanish. You’ve learned the eight parts of speech and how they work in Spanish. What’s more, you’ve even watched TV and listened to podcasts in a solid effort to make consistent progress in your Spanish skills. Now it’s time to take the next step—and strengthen your Spanish reading comprehension. Besides...Read More
Learn Spanish Online with These 15 Spanish Children’s Books
If you want your children to learn Spanish, it’s important to keep a balanced approach of different tools and techniques. Depending on their age, kids can learn a new language through games, flashcards, audio, videos, and books. For kids, learning to read is like discovering a whole new world. A universe of possibilities opens up for them. Learning to read in another language gives...Read More
20 Fascinating Spanish Books for Adult Beginners
You are never ready to read your first book in another language. Little details make Spanish books more challenging than reading in English. However, it’s one of those things that you just need to do. Once you start, your previous knowledge and hours of study will kick in and your understanding of the story will surprise you. Yes, there will be words and phrases you won’t know, but...Read More
How to Talk About Your Mood in Spanish
What are you in the mood for? Spanish is known for being expressive, warm, and passionate. The language offers a variety of ways to talk about our emotions (las emociones) and feelings (los sentimientos). Learn more about expressing feelings and emotions in Spanish. To clarify, this post is not about the subjunctive mood (el modo subjuntivo) in Spanish. If you’re looking to...Read More