Dance Your Way Into Spanish: Salsa, Merengue, and Beyond
Even two left feet can learn a little Spanish while dancing to the rhythm of Latin America. If you’ve ever seen your middle schooler light up when music comes on, you know that movement and rhythm make everything more exciting. What if I told you that the same energy could be used to build your child’s foundation in Spanish? Dance is more than just fun—it’s a powerful learning tool....Read More
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
10 Spanish Phrases That Instantly Make You Sound More Natural at Family Gatherings
Stop sounding like a textbook and start sounding like family. If you’ve ever sat at a dinner table where Spanish is flying around faster than you can process, you know the feeling: you can form sentences, but they sound stiff, rehearsed, and not quite like what everyone else is saying. The good news? You don’t have to be perfectly fluent to sound natural. With the right everyday...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 1A and 1B Explained: What Parents Need to Know About Credit-Granting Courses
Confused about sublevels, pacing, and credit? You’re not alone.If you’ve ever tried to decode a high school Spanish program, especially one that your middle schooler is taking, you’ve probably run into some head-scratching terms. Spanish 1A? Spanish 1B? Is it beginner-friendly? Is it high school level? And most importantly, does it actually count for credit? Let’s clear it up, because if...Read More
How to Keep Spanish Strong in an English-Dominant World
Even fluent kids can lose their Spanish. Here’s how to keep it thriving. If your child speaks Spanish well today, that doesn’t guarantee they’ll still speak it fluently a few years from now, especially if they’re surrounded by English at school, in the media, and with friends. And if your family lives in a mostly English-speaking environment, you’ve probably already felt the tension: your...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
Heritage Spanish vs. Academic Spanish: What Should You Teach First?
Your preschooler chats away in Spanish like it’s second nature. You hear them easily switch between languages, ordering their snack in English, then telling abuelita a story in perfect Spanish. It’s incredible, right? But then you sit down with a Spanish workbook or a storybook, and suddenly, things don’t flow as smoothly. They pause more. They struggle with written instructions. And you...Read More
Advanced Spanish for Preschoolers: What to Teach After Colors, Numbers, and Animals
Your preschooler already knows the basics—colors, numbers, and animals roll off their tongue like it’s second nature. You’ve worked hard to create a bilingual home, and it’s paid off. But now you’re wondering… what’s next? If your child is already reading, writing, and speaking Spanish well, you’ve reached a beautiful (and rare!) milestone: early fluency. And with that comes a unique...Read More