Whether you’re learning about Spain for school or just for fun, this playful guide is the perfect way to explore as a family!

Where Is Spain?

Spain is a beautiful country in Europe known for sunshine, soccer, and singing cities! It has beaches, mountains, castles, and even windmills. It’s also where famous artists like Picasso and flamenco dancers come from.

Grab a map or globe and help your child find Spain. Can they point to where it is?

What Makes Spain Special?

• Flamenco Dancing

• Flamenco is a bold and passionate dance with clapping, stomping, and dramatic moves. Want to try it out? Check out our Flamenco Dance Booklet and learn the basics together!

• Spanish Food Fun

• From cheesy tapas to sweet churros, Spanish food is full of flavor! Try making simple dishes like:

• Tortilla Española (potato and egg omelet)

• Pan con Tomate (bread with tomato and olive oil)

• Or just enjoy a family night dipping fruit into melted chocolate, fondue-style inspired by churros con chocolate!

• Festivals with Fireworks and Flowers

• Spain loves a good celebration! One of the biggest is Las Fallas, where families make huge puppets and light them up in fire shows. In Seville, people dance in the streets during the Feria de Abril. Ask your child: “What would you wear to a street parade?”

• Art and Architecture

• Spain is the home of colorful, twisty buildings like those made by Antoni Gaudí. Show your child pictures of the Sagrada Familia, it looks like a sandcastle come to life!

• Soccer (Fútbol!)

• Soccer is a big deal in Spain! If your child loves kicking a ball around, they’re already connecting with Spanish culture.

Hands-On Activities to Try

Here are a few ways to bring Spain to life at home:

• Make Your Own Mosaic Art – Cut colorful paper and glue it into a fun design like Gaudí’s famous tile work.

• Listen to Spanish Music – Turn on some flamenco guitar or Spanish lullabies during quiet time.

• Read Stories Set in Spain – Picture books like The Story of Ferdinand are perfect for young readers.

• Create a Travel Scrapbook – Print out pictures of Spain and let your child add stickers or notes about what they’ve learned.

 

Keep the Learning Going!

Exploring Spain is just the beginning! Use the free printables and booklets from our cultural learning series to keep the fun going all week. Whether you’re dancing, cooking, reading, or coloring, there are so many ways to connect with the world.

Let your child’s imagination do the traveling with no passport required.
¡Vamos! Let’s explore Spain together! 🇪🇸