Are Bilingual Children More Likely to Experience a Speech or Language Delay?
Stop me if you’ve heard this myth before: raising your infant or toddler in a bilingual household, or teaching them two languages at once, could cause a speech or language delay. This is a common and pervasive perception that continues to cause confusion and concern among not only parents of bilingual children but also teachers and pediatricians. This question has taken on...Read More
Language Learning with Netflix: How to Use the Chrome Extension
Have you heard about language learning with Netflix software? It’s making life easier for language teachers and students around the world. This Google Chrome extension takes the concept of “learning languages by watching movies” to a whole new level. Language learning with Netflix builds on the idea that the best way to learn a language is by listening to it. This method has been...Read More
Turn Your Life Around: From Passive Bilingualism to Fluency!
Have you heard about passive bilingualism? If you’re a beginner to intermediate language learner, or someone who might have been exposed to Spanish but is not fluent, this is for you! Being a passive bilingual is not a bad thing; in fact, it’s an opportunity for you to transform what you have learned so far, reinforce your linguistic skills, and reach fluency. If you...Read More
The Beauty of Spanish Sign Language
Learning new languages is exciting, but even more so when we learn Spanish-American sign language. According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are approximately 70 million deaf people in the world, and they use more than 300 different sign languages to communicate. Sign languages have the same status as spoken languages, and it’s crucial that we explore the meaning and beauty...Read More
Multilingual Mastery: How Many Languages Can You Learn?
Have you ever wondered how many languages you can learn throughout your entire life? Multilingualism is a real thing! You’ll be amazed at the capacity of the human brain to memorize languages and how fluent a person can be in two, four, or even more than five languages. In this article, we will explore multilingualism, its challenges, misconceptions, and its benefits....Read More
The Journey of Becoming Trilingual
In our modern, interconnected world, the journey of becoming trilingual is more than a valuable skill—it’s a superpower! Imagine effortlessly conversing with people from diverse backgrounds, or navigating different cultures easily, and accessing a world of opportunities previously hidden behind language barriers. This goes without mentioning all of the brain function and job...Read More
Saying It Like a Native: Exploring Spanish Idioms
There is nothing more colorful and expressive than Spanish idioms! Of course, in English, we have words and phrases that are very characteristic of our culture. But idioms in Spanish are more varied and so much fun. So, if you want to learn to speak Spanish like a native, keep reading and learn everything about Spanish idioms, their meaning, and the importance of understanding the...Read More
Adapting Education: Spanish Lessons for All Learning Styles
In the dynamic world of education, teaching Spanish goes beyond traditional methods catering to a universal learner. Knowing how to prepare Spanish lessons for different learning styles is an essential teaching skill. Every student is unique. So, whether you’re a homeschooling parent or a dedicated Spanish teacher, tailoring your approach to accommodate different learning...Read More
Speak Up! Enhance Your Conversational Spanish
Conversational Spanish skills are the most important part of learning this beautiful language. Many people learn in chunks, and when it’s time to have a Spanish-speaking practice, things go south. Don’t let this be your story! Beyond grammar and vocabulary, engaging in meaningful and fluid conversations in Spanish is the high point of a proficient language learner. The...Read More