When I was struggling to grow beyond basic Spanish conversation and use varied verb tenses more quickly and correctly in Spanish, an instructor who I was spending a lot of time in conversation with…
Inside: Authentic YA Spanish books for teens and pre-teens. Some of my most formative companions as a pre-teen were books. I read them over breakfast, after school, and returned to my favorites over and over. They formed such a deep part of my imagination that anyone who loved the same books felt like an instant friend.
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Over 35 of the best Spanish books for all ages- perfect for improving your Spanish or learning the Spanish language!
Inside: How to find online Spanish books for free. We all know that reading is one of the top ways to improve your language skills. Readers have better reading ability, know more vocabulary, write better, spell better, and have better control of complex grammatical constructions. - Stephen D. Krashen Related: The Ultimate Collection of Spanish Children's
These 12 novels are great options to help you explore Hispanic literature and celebrate the work of some of the greatest Hispanic authors of all time.
Reading is so important for building Spanish language skills! I love to read picture books and early readers with my students, but I also make free printable Spanish books to read in class and send home. Check out our Spanish Reading for Kids resource page for more printable reading
We know how important reading is for language acquisition, but the input can't just be comprehensible, it also needs to be compelling! It can be SO hard to
Do you know Spanish or are you looking to learn? If so, take a look at these 10 bilingual Spanish picture books.
Get to know ten of the best Spanish novels to help improve your language skills in Spanish. Great for Spanish learners of all levels- beginner, intermediate, and advanced!
In this list of summer books in Spanish you can find themes such as summer activities, summer vacations, the beach, camping and more.
Inside: Authentic YA Spanish books for teens and pre-teens. Some of my most formative companions as a pre-teen were books. I read them over breakfast, after school, and returned to my favorites over and over. They formed such a deep part of my imagination that anyone who loved the same books felt like an instant friend.
Take your kids on a bilingual marine adventure with our ocean-themed Spanish resources and lessons. Books, songs and printables included!
As part of our Summer Spanish Read and Play program, Fun for Spanish Teachers is sharing a printable Spanish book about summer. The digital download of El verano also includes a coloring book version and a mini-coloring book. Fun for Spanish Teachers is one my favorite sources of elementary
Happy Cinco de Mayo! I'm feeling pretty festive today (or maybe I'm just craving tacos...) so I thought I'd share some of my favorite Spanish picture books. Or really, to be more specific, the Spanish bilingual books and Mexican culture stories I enjoyed using my Head Start Preschool storytimes (you can see a couple highlighted bilingual storytimes I did here). So here are my top eleven! Plus some more, because I always seem to think of other random titles here and there in my descriptions. There are, of course, many more awesome bilingual books, so if you have a favorite, don't forget to share them in the comments below! Cinco De Mouse-O Written by Judy Cox, illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler Holiday House (January 1, 2011) 978-0823423286 ¡Que felicidad! It’s Cinco de Mayo, and Mouse follows his nose to the festival, where musicians play, dancers stomp, and delicious treats abound. This one would be most appropriate for today, of course! Mouse gets to enjoy a proper fiesta (although he should beware the cat) and even tasted some candy. Another awesome Mexican holiday book I enjoyed is The Dead Family Diaz, which celebrates the Day of the Dead. Chicks and Salsa Written by Aaron Reynolds, illustrated by Paulette Bogan Bloomsbury (October 7, 2005) 978-1599900995 The chickens are very tired of their chicken feed. Luckily, the farmer's wife has been watching some cooking shows and Rooster knows just what to do. This celebration of Mexican food (mmm, guacamole) is pretty silly, but still lots of fun. It's also very similar to another play-on-food-words, Mice and Beans, by Pam Munoz Ryan, which is another great Mexican culture story. Señorita Gordita Written by Helen Ketteman, illustrated by Will Terry Alber Whitman & Co (March 1, 2012) 978-0807573020 A little corn cake has escaped from the frying pan that cooked her and is on the run! Yep, a Spanish version of The Gingerbread Man. It has a lot of Spanish vocabulary (all the animals she's running from) and is a total hit with the kids! Well, until the very end... This author/illustrator team actually has a lot of awesome southwestern-flair retellings that are sure to please, such as Armidilly Chili, and There Once Was a Cowpoke Who Swallowed an Ant. Don Quixote: A BabyLit Spanish Language Primer Written by Jennifer Adams, illustrated by Alison Oliver Gibbs Smith (April 1, 2015) 978-1423638759 So no, this isn't a Mexican cultural book, but it does involve classic literature (albeit, from Spain) and learning Spanish. Plus the illustrations are so cute and it's aimed for those youngest of readers, so yes, I'm including this one. This is a cute one to share with tots and babies. My Family Adventure (Sofia Martinez) Written by Jacqueline Jules, illustrated by Kim Smith Picture Window Books (February 1, 2015) 978-1479557905 Great for beginning readers, Sofia Martinez is a fun and spunky character dealing with all sorts of family drama (it is hard to be the youngest, you know). The story also has a good amount of Spanish vocabulary—any Spanish words that Sofia and her family use are highlighted and there's an index in the back with the translation. There's also other helpful hints and activities at the end, too. Be sure to check out all the books in the Sofia Martinez series. Mañana, Iguana! Written by Ann Whitford Paul and illustrated by Ethan Long Holiday House (September 1, 2004) 978-0823418084 A classic! Iguana is planning a fiesta. Tortuga the tortoise, Gonejo the rabbit, and Gulebra the snake all want to come. But do they want to help Iguana deliver invitations or stuff the pinata or cook the food? No, no, and no! A lazy trio loses out in this Mexican retelling of the Little Red Hen. Again, be sure to check out more from this author/illustrator duo, such as Fiesta Fiasco and Tortuga in Trouble (a Little Red Riding Hood retelling). Dear Primo: A Letter to My Cousin Written and illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh Henry N. Abrams (March 1, 2010) 978-0810938724 This is the story of two cousins, one in America and one in Mexico, and how their daily lives are different yet similar. The text is quite beautiful, with a good sprinkling of Spanish vocabulary. It's a perfect introduction to Mexican culture. Gazpacho for Nacho Written by Tracey C. Kyle, illustrated by Carolina Farías Two Lions (January 14, 2014) 978-1477817278 Okay, yes, I have a thing for food, especially Mexican food. Yes, a lot of these books have to do with food. Sorry, not sorry. This one is really cute, though, so I have to share it. The beautifully rhyming text (yes, English and Spanish words both) tell a perfectly relatable story about a picky eater. It's sure to be loved by all ages. P is for Pinata: A Mexico Alphabet Written by Tony Johnston, illustrated by John Parra Sleeping Bear (September 23, 2008) 978-1585361441 The Discover the World Alphabet series is a favorite of mine. This book has little poetic phrases for each letter of the alphabet, introducing different topics about Mexico. What's even better is the good amount of factual text included to support each topic. This is a good nonfiction choice to share with kids. Fire! ¡Fuego! Brave Bomberos Written by Susan Middleton Elya, illustrated by Dan Santat Bloomsbury (April 24, 2012) 978-1599904610 Firefighters are super brave and this book shows what a day in the life may look like for these heroes—with a healthy dose of Spanish included! Yes, this really isn't a Mexican cultural story, but I do so love Dan Santat's work. And plus, the rhyming, simple text is awesome—good for beginning readers/ Plus, there's an index at the end that explains the many Spanish words. Buenas Noches, Luna Written by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement Hurd HarperCollins Español (April 11, 2006) 978-0064434164 This book is more of a tag on to remind you that many classic children's books have been translated into Spanish, making for a great opportunity for kids to learn the language. Do they have a favorite they've practically memorized? Get them the Spanish translation! ....... Do you have a favorite Spanish bilingual or Mexican heritage picture book? Share them in the comments below?
Get to know ten of the best Spanish novels to help improve your language skills in Spanish. Great for Spanish learners of all levels- beginner, intermediate, and advanced!
Great books for helping your child develop a vocabulary in Spanish.
These Spanish books for beginners are ideal for anyone who feels ready to read an entire book in Spanish but isn't sure where to start. Click here for 38 Spanish books of all kinds, from short stories to graphic novels and more! Plus, find out how to pick the perfect book to start with.
Inside: Spanish board books (or bilingual books) for babies and toddlers. The earlier you start introducing language, the better. Studies show, in fact, that babies recognize language sounds from the womb. By far, my favorite baby shower and birthday gifts have been books in Spanish, or bilingual books. And board books will last for years, through
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{Affiliate links used.} Summer is rapidly approaching. There is a plethora of ideas, books, and resources out there to teach Spanish. Here is a list of all the ideas that would work well with summer to help your students/kids learn more Spanish. {By the way, if you are a teacher and thinking of hosting Spanish summer camps, check out my series here with a ton of games, activities, and crafts to do your own camp.} Here is the unit I developed on Oceans. {Free printables available.} Si Quieres Ver Una Ballena is such a sweet and funny book about how to spot a whale. I have developed some activities for it here. Here is a post with a list of Ocean-themed books in Spanish for kids. Books for summer...a great time to read! I love doing this unit with my students in the summer! {Free printables available} Insects are another great subject to study during the summer. For the younger set, here is an activity to go along with La Oruga Muy Hambrienta. Enjoy teaching Spanish this summer!!!
A round-up of the best back-to-school themed picture books in Spanish! Help your child prepare for their first day at school.
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Inside: A guide to the best Spanish apps for kids and toddlers. Are you looking for ways to teach your kids Spanish? Learning a new language is easier than ever, even in families where the parents aren’t fluent themselves. Through our phones or tablets, we can bring native speakers and Spanish resources right into our
I made this Spanish reading for spring to celebrate the season and practice basic vocabulary. The picture has action and emotion as well as spring words. I also made a question activity with the picture to practice Spanish question words. Check out our Spanish reading for kids resource page
This flip book is a fun Peru Spanish Class activity for kids! It is a great no-prep Spanish lesson to teach about Peru, Lima, attractions, like Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain, llamas, and The Incas! Your novice high to intermediate Spanish students will love coloring, reading, and putting together this easy, no cut flip Peru Spanish class flip book! Download Includes: 6 page (3 double sided pages) Flip Book No prep, no cut, easy lesson plan! Color the Peruvian flag Read a short description and fill in the blanks about Lima. Read about llamas and alpacas and summarize Learn about the Incas and match images to each description Learn about 2 tourist attractions - Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain; students give a 1-5 star rating and their opinion. Video instructions for printing and assembly. Please download the preview to see the individual pages and level of text. OTHER RECOMMENDED LESSONS: Virtual Peru Field Trip Lima, Peru Travel Reading Cusco, Peru Travel Reading Travel Integrated Performance Assessment - Novice Travel Integrated Performance Assessment - Intermediate - Travel to Peru Inca Science & Technology Readings Inca Legend Duolingo Podcast You may also like these activities: Hispanic Artist Flip Book Bundle Choose Your Own Field Trip - Virtual Trip! Spanish Capitals Reading Comprehension Bundle For more ideas, visit www.llearningllama.blogspot.com
A variety of Spanish reading resources for emergent readers such reading workbooks, YouTube videos and Early Readers in Spanish!
Awesome collection of Spanish Vocabulary printables for Spanish Preschool, Spanish Immersion Kindergarten, and Elementary Spanish. Browse by resource or theme!
Mundo de Pepita makes great printables for teaching Spanish to children! I recently discovered their work and they agreed to let me share it on Spanish Playground. They have also generously provided a free printable mini book for my readers. Download the free mini book Buenos días using the
Readers theater is an excellent language activity for Spanish language learners. I’m excited that Custom Literacy has published their first readers theater story, Señor Coyote y el queso. Custom Literacy creates Spanish language materials to use with native speakers learning to read and in dual language programs. The books
ÁLGEBRA UNIVERSITARIA PARA PRINCIPIANTES: La guía definitiva paso a paso para dominar el álgebra universitaria" es el libro imprescindible para aquellos que desean comprender y dominar los fundamentos del álgebra en el ámbito universitario. Con un enfoque claro y accesible, esta guía exhaustiva te llevará de la mano a través de los conceptos esenciales de esta poderosa disciplina matemática. Desde los conceptos básicos hasta los temas más avanzados, cada capítulo está cuidadosamente estructurado para ofrecerte una experiencia de aprendizaje gradual y sólida. No importa si eres un principiante absoluto o simplemente necesitas reforzar tus conocimientos, este libro te brinda las herramientas necesarias para avanzar con confianza y éxito. Con explicaciones claras y ejemplos detallados, el autor te guiará a través de cada paso, asegurando una comprensión profunda de los conceptos y la capacidad de aplicarlos de manera efectiva. Además, encontrarás una amplia variedad de ejercicios y problemas resueltos que te permitirán practicar y reforzar tus habilidades matemáticas. "ÁLGEBRA UNIVERSITARIA PARA PRINCIPIANTES" no solo se centra en la teoría, sino también en su aplicación práctica en situaciones del mundo real. A medida que avances en el libro, descubrirás cómo el álgebra se aplica en campos como la física, la economía, la ingeniería y más, lo que te ayudará a comprender su relevancia y utilidad en diversas áreas. Ya sea que estés estudiando para un examen universitario o simplemente deseas expandir tus conocimientos matemáticos, este libro te brinda una base sólida en álgebra universitaria. Prepárate para desbloquear nuevas oportunidades académicas y profesionales a medida que adquieres confianza en tu dominio de esta disciplina clave.
Have you ever tried Spanish audiobooks to improve your language skills? Learn why and how you can do so with our list of recommendations for any level.
Awesome collection of Spanish Vocabulary printables for Spanish Preschool, Spanish Immersion Kindergarten, and Elementary Spanish. Browse by resource or theme!
Spanish Worksheets Get these fun Spanish worksheets for FREE! Your kids would learn everyday Spanish vocabulary and have fun coloring every sheet. Download and print for free! Look inside...
Summer No Prep Preschool and Kindergarten 130 Page Worksheet Book 130 pages of Kindergarten and Preschool worksheets! I was going to wait a little before posting this but decided I would go ahead s…
Awesome collection of Spanish Vocabulary printables for Spanish Preschool, Spanish Immersion Kindergarten, and Elementary Spanish. Browse by resource or theme!
Are you are looking for Spanish reading for the kids to take on vacation? Or hoping to expose them to more Spanish before school starts? Be sure to check out these free Spanish iBooks as a way to engage children with language. You can also check out our Spanish
The game I Spy in Spanish is called Veo veo. It is a quick way to have fun with language, and you can easily adapt the game to different levels. This summer version incorporates reading by using a set of cards with descriptions. Play this Spanish I Spy reading
Check out these easy-to-implement tips for telling time in Spanish! Find lesson plan and activity ideas to use right away in your classroom!
Here are my free lesson plans for teaching el Viaje Perdido with my middle school Spanish students. We used this novel to learn the pretererite tense.
