If you’ve been researching how to teach your child Spanish, you’ve probably noticed that parents are given two completely different pieces of advice.
The first is to use Spanish immersion. Many language experts recommend surrounding children with as much Spanish as possible through Spanish books, Spanish audiobooks, cartoons, and conversations. The idea is that children learn best when they’re exposed to real Spanish instead of isolated vocabulary words.
The second is to start with traditional lessons. Teach Spanish vocabulary first. Learn common phrases. Practice grammar. Use flashcards. Complete worksheets. Then, once your child knows enough Spanish, they can finally begin reading Spanish stories.
The problem is that neither approach works particularly well for most beginners.
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