Guide to the Spanish Language

Spanish language handbook The Spanish language continues to become increasingly prominent in today's society. Teachers seek new ways of using it in the classrooms, and students look for new ways to learn it. This guide provides tools for all interested in Spanish to develop a deeper understanding of the language and its history, as well as how to use it in real life and cultural contexts. Tips and activities included are applicable to children as young as toddler and preschool, all the way through adulthood. Appeal to technology enthusiasts, singers, and more traditional learning styles with the variety of activities included.

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Using Spanish Language Movies in the Classroom

Spanish language movies can form the basis of an entertaining yet educational lesson plan. Learn more about using Spanish movies in the language classroom....

Spanish Vocabulary: Learning More About Loan Words That Begin With K in Spanish

The letter k is an oddity in Spanish. Learn more about these words that have entered the Spanish language from other cultures....

Spanish on the iPhone

Looking to brush up your Spanish language knowledge and skills? Here are the top rated Spanish translation iPhone apps available on the App Store right now. Read on to find out which of these apps...

Children's Songs in Spanish Will be a Hit in Your Preschool Classroom!

Children's songs in Spanish are perfect way to introduce the Spanish language to your preschool students. They are also a great addition to a Spanish-themed or any multicultural unit. Start singing...

Learning Spanish: Cooking in Spanish

Picking up Spanish vocabulary through cooking terms is a great way to increase your knowledge of the Spanish language. You can do this yourself at home. Put up a vocabulary list in the kitchen or, if possible...

Speak Spanish in a Flash Using these Seven Guaranteed Techniques

Stuck in a rut, bored or tired of the "same old thing" in your Spanish language learning? Don't give up. Instead, try a few of these seven tips and techniques to speak...

Origins of the Spanish Language

The Spanish language, spoken by more than 322 million people in the world, has an interesting history, influenced by different languages and cultures. Read more to know about its origins...