Real Life Language

Spanish Language Workout: Architecture

Using this extensive vocabulary list, comprehension activities, and journal prompts, learners will develop the language needed to describe buildings, compare architectural styles, discuss modern and historical structures, and express opinions about design, innovation, and environmental impact. Through these activities, learners strengthen their Spanish proficiency while gaining deeper insight into how architecture influences daily life and […]

The Fastest Way to Learn a Language… and the Best Way for You

Second Language Acquisition Course

When people ask about the fastest way to learn a language, the answer is simple: dive right in. Start speaking with highly proficient or native speakers of your target language and intentionally use the questions and structures you’re learning. This combination—deliberate practice + real interaction—is incredibly powerful. You learn when you intentionally study questions and

Three Simple Ways to Learn a Language Without Leaving Home

Second Language Acquisition Course

Hello. Hola. Bonjour. Konnichiwa. Buongiorno. Annyeonghaseyo. Hello and welcome! If you’ve ever dreamed of speaking another language but felt limited by time, travel, or daily responsibilities, you’re in exactly the right place. In this post, I’m going to share three simple, powerful ways to learn a language from home—no travel required, no big budget, and

Spanish Language Reading: Fashion and Identity

Spanish 2 Lesson Plans, Spanish 3 Lesson Plans, Spanish Language Workouts

La moda y la identidad La moda no es solo ropa; también es una forma de expresión personal. En mi opinión, lo que llevamos refleja cómo somos. Por ejemplo, mi amigo Carlos siempre usa ropa de colores brillantes porque es una persona alegre y extrovertida. Yo prefiero los tonos neutros y los diseños simples porque

Spanish Language Workout: Talking about Travel

Spanish Language Workouts

This workout encourages students to think about the many aspects of travel: transportation, lodging, food, cultural experiences, planning, and even unexpected challenges. By exploring real-life travel situations in Spanish, learners will strengthen their communication skills and expand their cultural awareness. ¿Cuál ha sido tu lugar de viaje favorito hasta ahora? ¿Prefieres viajar solo o con

Spanish 1 Traditional Curriculum Overview

Spanish 1 Lesson Plans

Overview of Traditional Spanish Curriculum (Levels 1–4) I curated this overview of what is typically taught in Spanish levels 1 through 4 to provide general insight and help set expectations as you build your course. That said, I want to emphasize something important: make your class work for you. Use this framework as a guide—not