Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or working to build your own language skills, short Spanish stories are the kind of input you always want to have available. One of the most common frustrations for Spanish learners is that reading often feels harder than it should. A student may know the words in a vocabulary list, but when those same…
What an amazing time to learn Spanish online! When I started Spanish Playground, there were only a few blogs for teachers. Platforms with language courses were still years away. Now, you can pick from hundreds of online Spanish courses. Whether you want to improve your listening, build vocabulary, focus on speaking, understand grammar, or simply enjoy Spanish more, you’ll find…
It’s spring, and it’s beautiful. Many teachers and parents are looking for ways to include Spanish spring vocabulary as part of their lessons.
Earth Day is an opportunity for children to learn more about our planet and understand their critical role in protecting it. The language in Earth Day lessons ties easily into units about spring, plants, water, animals and community. Here are a few Spanish Earth Day resources.
Learn Spanish with a livestream! A live broadcast is one of the most engaging and effective ways to improve your language skills. With Spanish Playground’s weekly livestreams, hosted by a native Spanish speaker, you’ll enjoy a fully immersive learning experience. Juan is from Mexico, and he broadcasts on YouTube live from his home in León and other locations in Mexico. …
Día de los Muertos is one of my favorite celebrations to share with students. When I started teaching, the holiday was not as well known in many parts of the United States, like Wisconsin. Since then, calaveras and catrinas have become very popular. They’re everywhere! However, it’s important to share the significance of the celebration with Spanish learners and to…
