Resources for children

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Seven fun and effective ways for families to learn Spanish together

by kelly
April 4, 2024April 2, 2024
Children's literature, Resources, Resources for adult learners, Resources for children

One of the questions I get asked a lot by parents is how to support a child with their language-learning journey when their only language is English. Supporting your child to learn Spanish when you only speak English can be challenging – but it is certainly feasible. With dedication and the right resources it can even be fun. In this blog post you’ll learn seven Seven fun and effective ways for families to learn Spanish together;

Exam options for Spanish learners

by kelly
January 11, 2024April 9, 2024
Courses, Resources for children

¡Hola parents! Do you have a child sitting their GCSE Spanish soon? Maybe you’re looking into exam options for next year? In this blog post, I will explore the different exam boards for GCSE Spanish and what they have to offer. Choosing the right exam board is an important decision as it can greatly impact your learning experience and ultimately your results. At the end you’ll find a short video with some tips on how to get the best grade possible. ¿Listo? ¡Vamos!

Exam options for learning Spanish

by kelly
August 26, 2022
Courses, Resources for adult learners, Resources for children, Tips

I teach over 50+ students a week in a variety of courses and classes. I have a growing Facebook group and active Email list. No, don’t worry this post isn’t about how great I am, moreover just how varied learners are.

Adults language-learning goals tend to be quite different to young learners. Adults are usually focused on improving their Spanish for health or cultural reasons, they want a more enriching travel experience, or they have Spanish family they’d like to communicate with better.

by kelly
April 27, 2022
Courses, Latin America, Resources for adult learners, Resources for children

Do you know what inclusive language is and what it means for languages withgrammatical gender like Spanish? Do you know the non-binary pronouns in Spanish?… Read More »Gender-inclusive language in Spanish

Todo Sobre Mi – Lapbooking

A great introduction to Spanish for young children is to create a “Todo Sobre Mi” (all about me) lapbook in which the children can include:… Read More »Todo Sobre Mi – Lapbooking

The Day of The Dead Festival

by kelly
October 3, 2016October 17, 2023
Latin America, Resources for children

The El Día de los Muertos (Day of The Dead) Festival in Mexico is celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of November each year. On these dates people remember their loved ones who have passed away. Sound a bit morbid? Well it’s not at all. Tombstones are decorated with yellow flowers, candles and photos. A special kind of bread called “Pan de Muertos” is baked on this day also and children eat “sugar skull” sweets. Music is played and the cementaries come to life with sounds of laughter and chatter and the aroma of freshly baked bread. It is a celebration of peoples lives.

The Day of The Dead Festival Adventures in Spanish — Mexican cementary lit up by candle light

by kelly
January 31, 2016
Resources for children, Reviews

We have just signed up for the Family Subscription with Rockalingua and I just had to write this blog post about it as it is a fantastic resource! Everything from the design and quality of the videos and songs to the worksheets is faultless – As a Home Educator and Spanish teacher I can’t believe I didn’t subscribe sooner!Read More »Review: Rockalingua

Exploring the Rich Traditions of Three Kings Day in Spanish-Speaking Countries

by kelly
December 29, 2015January 14, 2024
Latin America, Resources for children, spain, Travel

Welcome to a vibrant celebration that brings joy, tradition, and cultural richness to Spanish-speaking countries every January 6th – Three Kings Day! Known as Día de los Reyes Magos in Latin America and Spain, this enchanting holiday commemorates the legendary journey of the Three Wise Men to honor the birth of baby Jesus. As we delve into the captivating tales, unique customs, and mouthwatering delicacies surrounding this festive occasion, prepare to embark on an extraordinary exploration of the rich traditions that make Three Kings Day truly unforgettable. So grab your crown and let’s dive into a world brimming with magic and merriment!

by kelly
August 17, 2015
Resources for children

Here is a list of my Top 10 Spanish learning Apps for children. I’d say these Apps are suitable for children up to the age of 7 as some of them are quite basic and older children could get bored.

Top 10 resources to support your child’s Spanish learning at home

This post is a list of 10 of my favourite children’s learning resources for Spanish. This list is only the beginning…there are 100’s more resources that I use. I am compiling a full list and review of all of them including Apps, Online courses, literature, blogs, programs and websites so that we can all use them to support our child’s (or our own) learning at home.Read More »Top 10 resources to support your child’s Spanish learning at home