Exploring Hispanic Christmas through Food, Music, and Diversity The term “Hispanic” is often used as a generic description to refer to people who have a historical, cultural, or linguistic connection to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America. It has been used primarily in the US to refer to people

Make Progress Beyond the Plateau with Engaging Activities As a Spanish teacher, I have seen many students plateau in our classes, and they can be the most challenging students to teach. The curious thing about these students is that they shared the same characteristics that led to a plateau in

Soundtracking Your Spanish Journey with These Apps Music is a great way to immerse yourself in a new language. When you listen to music in Spanish, you can practice your listening skills by being exposed to the language in a natural context. Whether you are a beginner or looking to

Spanish Language Immersion with TV Series and Movies One of the best ways to learn Spanish is by watching TV. Listening and understanding are at the heart of learning another language, so watching actions, hearing pronunciation, and seeing words in captions are perfect for language learning. So next time you’re

The Impact of Hispanics on U.S. Society and Language Legacy         October is Hispanic Heritage Month, four weeks dedicated to celebrating Hispanic Culture and contributing to the United States. It originated during the Chicano movement in the 1960s when Mexican-Americans advocated for better education, job benefits, and

Mastering Memory: Proven Systems for Memorization Memorizing vocabulary in a new language can be a challenging aspect of language acquisition. You need to remember a volume of words, idioms, and expressions, understand how and when to use them in context, and learn any cultural connotations they may carry. These are