Summer is here—and while that means a well-deserved break from the structured lessons of homeschooling, it doesn’t have to mean a break from Spanish learning! In fact, summer offers the perfect opportunity to make language learning fun, natural, and immersive.
If you’re a homeschool parent looking to prevent the dreaded 🛝“summer slide,” we’ve got you covered with five playful, low-pressure ways to keep your child’s Spanish skills fresh (and even stronger!) by the Fall.
Cook Up a Cultural Feast Together
One of the tastiest ways to bring Spanish to life is through cooking! Find a recipe from a Latin American country—like arepas from Venezuela or arroz con leche from Perú—and cook it together while focusing on new Spanish vocabulary. Label ingredients, read the recipe in Spanish, and talk about where the dish originates. Your child won’t even realize they’re practicing grammar and vocabulary while measuring out spices and learning about cultural traditions.
Try This: Pick a “country of the week” and make a meal from that region, learning key food words along the way. Bonus points for playing Latin music in the background!
Need some cooking inspiration? Check out our Pinterest where you’ll find some tasty Latin American dishes!
Make Screen Time Count with Spanish Cartoons
Whether your child loves animated animals or superhero adventures, there’s a Spanish language cartoon for every interest—and it’s a great way to reinforce listening skills in a pressure-free setting. Choose shows available in Spanish or with Spanish audio tracks, and turn subtitles on or off depending on your child’s comfort level.
Parent Tip: Shows like “Pocoyó”, "Dora the Explorer," "Go, Diego, Go!," "Maya and the Three," and "Spidey y su superequipo" (Spidey and His Amazing Friends) offer simple, engaging storylines and are especially great for younger learners.
Create a Spanish Word-of-the-Day Challenge
Keep your child’s vocabulary fresh with a simple daily challenge: pick one Spanish word or phrase and use it as often as possible throughout the day. Write it on a sticky note, say it during meals, or challenge siblings to a mini competition.
Make it playful: Set goals like “say this word 10 times today” or create silly sentences together using the new vocabulary.
Need some free templates? Check out our word-of-the-day challenge cards here!
Get Outside—and Practice Spanish While You Play
Nature walks, beach days, or backyard adventures all offer rich opportunities for spontaneous language learning. Label objects in Spanish (“árbol,” “playa,” “mariposa”), play simple games like Simón dice (Simon Says), or take along our Spanish scavenger hunt sheet to make outdoor playtime more language-rich.
Real-world learning sticks best when it’s tied to movement and curiosity—and summer is full of both. ☀️
Join an Immersive Program Like Natlingo’s Summer Adventure
For homeschool parents looking for more structure (with plenty of fun!), Natlingo’s Latin American Summer Adventure offers the best of both worlds. It’s a 100% online, live, and immersive program led by native Spanish-speaking tutors from Latin America. Each session is packed with games, stories, songs, and cultural exploration—all in Spanish.
This isn’t just a Spanish class—it’s a cultural journey that keeps kids engaged and learning all summer long from the comfort of home!
Spots are limited! Give your child the ultimate Spanish adventure this summer. 🚀
Spanish language learning doesn’t have to be a chore this summer. In fact, it can be one of the most joyful, connection-building parts of your family’s routine. Whether you’re stirring a pot of mole, laughing through a cartoon, or exploring new cultures with Natlingo’s Latin America Adventure, your homeschooler will be soaking up Spanish in the most natural way possible—through play, discovery, and fun.
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