Graded Readers in Spanish

by Lauris on 1/23/2014

It could just be that my vision of the subject is distorted after teaching so many years, but I always have to scratch my head whenever I hear someone talking about the low reading level we have here in Spain and how… more »

A bit more Help with Understanding the Spanish Subjunctive

by Lauris on 7/19/2013

Fluent SpanishWe are always looking for better ways to help you understand the dark world of the subjunctive, so we're going to continue with the same theme that has been driving us crazy the past few weeks. No matter… more »

Dare to speak Spanish

by Lauris on 3/21/2013

Subtitles on YoutubeI recently watched a YouTube video that, although not directly related to the teaching of Spanish, could form the basis for an interesting lesson. YouTube provides us with the option to turn on… more »

Learning Spanish through Music

by Aisling on 7/11/2012

Somewhat embarrassingly, I took up Spanish because of Shakira. I bought the album Laundry Service when I was ten, and learnt off the words to Suerte (Whenever, Wherever) primarily so I could show off to my dad (who… more »

Modern Ways to Learn Spanish

by Hannah Ryan on 4/17/2012

In-country language learning is generally the best way to become proficient and understand more of the culture (and enjoy a holiday too!). Much as an extended language-holiday is appealing, there are always small ways… more »

Easy ways to start learning Spanish

by Laura Ellis on 8/3/2010 2:15:00 PM

In the initial stages of learning Spanish, I remember most definitely the fear incited as I was presented with books and newspapersclearly filled with words I didn't and wouldn't understand. However, thanks to… more »

Got a minute? Practice your Spanish - Playing Hangman or Wordsearch Online

by Erin on 12/20/2006

Got a minute? How about a quick online game of hangman in Spanish?Checking out the word of the day on the don Quijote site, I just stumbled across the games page. Not a bad way to practice Spanish vocabulary and… more »

A word a day for advanced students - and another for beginners

by Erin on 11/2/2006 4:51:00 PM

A few weeks ago I signed up for a Word of the Day I am truly enjoying. The daily definition hits my mailbox compliments of www.elcastellano.org. El Castellano's words come complete with history and etymology.… more »

Meet Our Teachers: Lauris of Tenerife

by Erin on 10/23/2006 6:31:00 PM

Today from Puerto de la Cruz on the Canary island of Tenerife, we introduce you to Lauris Rodríguez de la Calle. Lauris recommends a healthy list of first books for Spanish students and shares a bit of his own… more »

Spanish for Beginners

by Paqui on 5/11/2006 11:13:00 AM

Here are some great ideas for beginners in Spanish:Free Spanish lessons by email don Quijote members is a community with free services and resources for anyone wanting to learn or practice Spanish. You'll get free… more »