I have been inspired by the success of dual immersion language programs, which are engaging students and supporting the development of two languages, such as Spanish and English, naturally and enjoyably.
The proliferation of technology resources provides countless additional ways to meet the needs of diverse learners, both during and beyond the school day. In addition, the readily available language learning tools provide opportunities for everyone to learn a new language and support dual language immersion students, including family members who want to better support children enrolled in the programs. And for people like me who are brushing up on Spanish skills that have been dormant for too long, interactive e-books, games, videos, and other Spanish language resources can help build proficiency incredibly fast…painlessly and joyfully. Have fun exploring these wonderful resources for building Spanish language skills for all ages!
- Curious George Juegos
Free games with our favorite curious monkey through PBS.org - Leamos en Familia – Reading Is Fundamental
- Semillitas de Aprendzaje – Reading Is Fundamental
- The Literacy Center
- Mi Mundo en Palabras
- Super Saber
- Oh Noah! from PBS
Uses more English than the other sites, but teaches beginners Spanish through games and videos. - PurposeGames – Spanish
Play educational games created by members–or easily create your own! - Quia – Spanish (Quizzes)
- Quizlet – Spanish
Spanish Portals
- 123 TeachMe: Spanish for Kids
- Online Free Spanish
- Primary Spanish from the BBC
- Hello World Spanish
- SpanishDict.com
Translation and training resources
Spanish Language E-Books and More for Emerging Readers
- Cuentos Interactivos
Wonderful interactive stories for Spanish immersion students - BookFlix (subscription or available through your local library)
Sort by Spanish; includes many nonfiction books, including those paired with engaging fictional stories - StoryPlace
- TumbleBooks (subscription or available through your school or local library)
Search Spanish or just click Language Learning; also includes some games and video - WiggleWorks (grades preK-3; subscription or available through your school or local library)
- Library2go (access through Oregon libraries)
- ABC Literatura Infantil
- Caballeros y Castillos
Spanish Language Reference Websites
- Atlas Mundial
- The Space Place – NASA
- World Book Encyclopedia (subscription or available through your local library or school)
- Discovery en la Escuela
- National Geographic in Español
- Biografías y Vidas
- zonaClic
Spanish Learning Activities to Print
- Education Place Ayudas Gráficas (Graphic Organizers)
- Primera Escuela
Actividades infantiles y educación preescolar - Print and Practice at the Literacy Center
Apps for Kids / All Ages
Software / Apps for Adults / Teens
- Duolingo
Amazing free software that also works seamlessly through web browsers - iTranslate
Amazingly accurate free translation app - Learn Spanish – Free WordPower
- Livemocha
- Mango Languages (subscription or connect through your library or school)
- Lyrics Training
Improve your language skills through music videos by typing lyrics of songs as you play games. - Rosetta Stone (subscription or connect through your library or school)
Spanish Language Theater
- Spanish Readers Theater: Huevos Verdes con Jamón
- Spanish Reader’s Theater: La Gallinita Roja
- More Spanish Readers Theater at Teachers Pay Teachers.com
- Obras de Teatro Infantil y Juvenil –
- Obras de Teatro Infantil
More Resources
- Pinterest – Spanish Immersion / Dual Language Classroom
- 7 Steps to Success in Dual Language Immersion – Includes Activities
- Dual-Language Classroom Examples
- Bilingual Planet
- Mama Lisa’s World – International Music & Culture
- Organic World Language Website, Video, and Pinterest
- Contact nearby libraries!
Enjoy and please let me know about other exceptional resources!
Rick Reynolds