Whether it’s through songs, stories, or silly phrases, listening to a new language helps kids get familiar with how it flows—and have fun along the way!

Why Listening Is a Great Place to Start

Just like babies learn to speak by listening to the people around them, young kids can start to pick up Spanish by hearing it used in songs, books, and everyday phrases.

• Listening helps them recognize sounds and rhythm

• Music makes words stick in their memory

• They begin to understand meaning through tone and context

And best of all—it feels like play, not a lesson!

Fun Ways to Listen to Spanish with Your Child

• Sing Along to Spanish Songs!

• Start with simple tunes like:

• Los Pollitos Dicen (“The Little Chicks Say”)

• De Colores (a colorful folk song)

• Cabeza, Hombros, Rodillas y Pies (Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes—Spanish version!)

Try singing during playtime or while brushing teeth—it makes daily routines more fun!

• Listen to a Spanish Storybook

• Find read-aloud videos or audio books in Spanish.

• Great starter books include:

• La Oruga Muy Hambrienta (The Very Hungry Caterpillar)

• • • • Buenas Noches, Luna (Goodnight Moon)

• Say Simple Phrases Together

• Try out short, fun phrases like:

• “¡Hola!” – Hello

• “¿Cómo estás?” – How are you?

• “¡Gracias!” – Thank you

Repeat them together during the day, just for fun! You can even make it a game: “How many times can we say ‘¡Hola!’ today?”

Try This Listening Activity!

Pair this with our printable Spanish listening guide (check your booklet!) or create your own “Spanish Sound Hunt”:

• Play a short Spanish song

• Ask your child: “Can you hear a word that sounds like hola?”

• Draw a picture of what they think the song is about

This simple activity builds focus and language connection, without needing to read or translate.

Keep It Light, Keep It Fun!

There’s no need to get it perfect. The goal is to enjoy the sounds, spark curiosity, and build confidence in exploring something new.

Your child might surprise you by repeating words, singing along, or asking questions like, “What does that mean?” That’s language learning in action!

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Ready to Listen and Learn?

Whether you're singing, reading, or just trying out new words, listening to Spanish is a beautiful way to connect with another culture and each other. Put on your favorite song, cozy up with a book, or simply say “Hola!” to start your language adventure.

Let’s make learning Spanish a joyful part of your everyday moments!