Haunted Places in Latin America: Learn Geography with a Ghostly Twist
What if you could take your child on a thrilling trip through Latin America without leaving your living room? October is the perfect time to mix geography, history, and a little bit of mystery. In today’s adventure, we’re exploring five haunted places that teach fascinating stories about Latin American culture and a few spooky Spanish words. According to a 2024 study, 68% of parents say...Read More
Fiestas and Fun: Celebrate Latin American Holidays with Preschoolers
If you’ve ever seen your little ones’ eyes light up during a birthday party, you already know the power of celebration. For preschoolers, every balloon, song, and colorful decoration is an opportunity to learn—and when you bring in Latin American traditions, you’re adding a joyful layer of language and culture that will stay with them for years to come. Learning Spanish doesn’t have to...Read More
Colors of the Andes: Describe Nature Like a Native Speaker
Learn how to capture the beauty of mountains, lakes, and llamas in Spanish. Imagine standing at the edge of Lake Titicaca, watching the sunlight paint the peaks of the Andes in shades of gold and rose. You want to describe what you see, but suddenly English feels too plain, and your Spanish vocabulary feels too small. If you’ve ever wished you could describe the world in Spanish with the...Read More
Meet the Animals of Latin America: 20 Words You’ll Love to Use in Conversation
From the curious quetzal to the playful llama, Latin America is home to some of the most fascinating animals on the planet. Each one tells a story that goes far beyond a simple vocabulary list. Whether you’re planning a trip, chatting with Spanish-speaking relatives, or just want to make your conversations come alive, learning animal words in Spanish is a joyful way to deepen your connection...Read More
Abuelita’s Kitchen: Easy Latin American Snacks to Make with Kids
Even the pickiest preschooler perks up at the smell of something warm and sweet baking in the kitchen. What if I told you that those family snack times could also be the perfect chance to sprinkle in a little Spanish? Cooking is hands-on, fun, and full of opportunities to learn new words naturally. In fact, studies show that children are more likely to remember vocabulary when it’s tied to...Read More
Colors, Shapes & Patterns in Latin American Art: 15 Words to Describe What You See
Kids this age learn best when their world feels playful, colorful, and alive. That’s where art comes in. Latin American art—from the dazzling Otomi textiles of Mexico to the intricate Talavera tiles of Puebla—is bursting with shapes, colors, and patterns. What better way to introduce Spanish than by talking about what your child can see? Instead of memorizing letters, they’ll point to a...Read More
Travel Spanish for Visiting Mexico & Central America: Key Vocabulary + Cultural Tips
Imagine this: You’ve just landed in Guatemala City with your daughter. The air is filled with the smell of tortillas cooking, your relatives are smiling warmly, and the streets are buzzing with buses, markets, and music. But suddenly, you freeze. You don’t know how to ask where the bus stop is or how to politely compliment your aunt’s tamales. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The...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