Spanish Cuentos

12/10/2025

I’m excited to share a new musical story video, El maíz, now available on Spanish Cuentos. It uses simple language, catchy rhythms, and natural cultural context to support language acquisition. The story unfolds in the Latin American countryside, where culture isn’t a lesson—it’s simply part of daily life: the food, the setting, the family dynamics, and even a subtle nod to the Mayan creation story, in which humans were made from corn.

In El maíz, a family is confronted by an unexpected visitor who appears in the cornfields—an old tale I grew up hearing in my hometown, where women are often the problem solvers, the brave ones, and the heads of their families. It’s engaging, comprehensible, and ideal for sparking class discussions while immersing students in authentic storytelling.

If you’re looking for something fresh, comprehensible, and culturally rich for your students, this might be a great fit. It’s now available with a Spanish Cuentos subscription.

10/12/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Meet Renata, a fearless girl with incredible hair who travels each night on piñata-powered journeys to Spanish-speaking worlds. Discover bullfighters, ghosts, wrestlers, and more as the ordinary becomes extraordinary with La piñata de Renata!

This collection of fun, easy-to-read mini stories keeps students engaged while naturally building language skills through repetition and rich vocabulary.

✨ A student workbook is also available to enhance the learning experience!

10/12/2025

📖 La familia de Federico Rico es una historia divertida y llena de personalidad que tus estudiantes van a adorar. 💬 Perfecta para practicar vocabulario familiar y adjetivos de forma natural y entretenida.

🖼️ Con más de 300 ilustraciones, cada página cobra vida y mantiene a los estudiantes comprometidos.

🖤 La versión en papel es en blanco y negro.
🌈 La versión digital está a todo color.

10/09/2025

👻 A ghostly legend from Venezuela…

This time of year, I love bringing spooky stories into the classroom — stories that give students a few chills and a chance to connect with authentic Latin American culture.

One of my favorites is El silbón de Venezuela, the haunting legend of a ghostly figure who wanders the plains at night, whistling a chilling tune. It’s written for Spanish learners, full of high-frequency language, suspense, and cultural depth — perfect for October.

My students get completely hooked. Some even start imitating the whistle in class (which is both hilarious and terrifying).

If you’re looking for something engaging and seasonally spooky for your Spanish students, you might want to check it out.

01/17/2025

A teacher is on a mission! After noticing that one of his students has missed class for the third consecutive day, he’s determined to find him.

¿Dónde está Andrés? A teacher is on a mission! After noticing that one of his students has missed class for the third consecutive day, he’s determined to fi...

12/10/2024

Luana harbors a deep love for animals, but her strict father firmly believes that pets have no place within the walls of their home.When fate brings a wild pacarana into Luana’s life, she can’t resist the temptation to secretly adopt the adorable creature. However, Luana’s joyous secret soon turns into a whirlwind of chaos and mischief. With each passing day, the secret becomes harder to keep, and Luana must summon all her resourcefulness and determination to protect her furry friend and find a solution to the mounting troubles.Set in the beautiful Colombian coffee region and filled with cultural references throughout; ‘Luana y la pacarana’ is a compelling, comprehensible and illustrated novel for Novice level readers and above. The e-book is available with a subscription to spanishcuentos.com

12/05/2024

Have you heard about Experiencia Colombia? This transformative program is designed specifically for Spanish teachers who are eager to elevate their teaching skills and reconnect with the passion that inspired them to become educators in the first place.

Imagine immersing yourself in a unique environment that combines exceptional professional development with holistic wellness experiences. At Experiencia Colombia, you’ll engage in enriching workshops, rejuvenate your spirit with yoga and meditation sessions, and indulge in soothing massages and pampering pedicures and manicures.

But it doesn’t stop there! You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with nature, enjoy live local music, and savor healthy, locally-sourced meals prepared from scratch. Plus, with snacks and drinks available around the clock, you’ll be well taken care of throughout your stay.

For more information or to join check out TallerExperienciaColombia.com and discover how this incredible experience can inspire you to become a better teacher while rekindling your love for the Spanish language and cultures. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow both personally and professionally!

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10/15/2024

Halloween is the perfect time to combine a fun holiday that your students love with Spanish acquisition. Have you heard of El silbón? If you haven't, you need to check out this book: Written in the present tense, the book is based on a list nouns, verbs, adjectives, and common phrases covered in most beginning Spanish classes. https://spanishcuentos.com/shop/el-silbon-de-venezuela/

07/20/2024

Spanish Cuentos accepts school purchase orders. 💚💛🧡

If you have a department or school budget, here are some solid purchases to save you time and level up the linguistic and cultural experience:

👩🏻‍🏫👨🏼‍🏫 Membership! 🧑🏾‍🏫👩🏼‍🏫The BEST deal!

Memberships gives you access to all full color flip books, audio recordings, videostories, cultural videos and digital downloads. $49/year (12 months)

📚 Novels : there are 12. Compelling, comprehensible, illustrated, culturally respectful and native-speaker author!

📃 Guides and Workbooks!

👕 Teacher shirts

🖐️ Finger puppets. Great props, have students read to them or use in dramatic play.

🗺️ Maps

🪧 Classroom Posters

🎨 Craft projects

07/19/2024

Have you heard about Luana y la Pacarana? Check out this review left by a teacher: "This book is funny, visually interesting, and engaging. I will be using it as a class novel with my 7th grade 2nd year Spanish students. The book ties in vocabulary related to pets, house, food, and several images hint at a number of Colombian traditions that you can spend additional time learning about. The book also covers more challenging topics like animal trafficking, which would make for engaging discussion." https://spanishcuentos.com/shop/luana-y-la-pacarana/

05/17/2024

Last but not least: LUANA! My students LOVE these graphics and all the animals.

Luana harbors a deep love for animals, but her strict father firmly believes that pets have no place within the walls of their home.

When fate brings a wild pacarana into Luana’s life, she can’t resist the temptation to secretly adopt the adorable creature. However, Luana’s joyous secret soon turns into a whirlwind of chaos and mischief. With each passing day, the secret becomes harder to keep, and Luana must summon all her resourcefulness and determination to protect her furry friend and find a solution to the mounting troubles.

Set in the beautiful Colombian coffee region and filled with cultural references throughout; ‘Luana y la pacarana’ is a compelling, comprehensible and illustrated novel for Novice level readers and above.

05/15/2024

Me gusta bailar is one of the newest Spanish Cuentos projects. The story features a bunch of bored students.... I bet you have a few students who can relate.

Me gusta bailar features High-frequency vocabulary, high school-aged students, cultural topics, and school vocab.

Watch is on your membership today! All these videos are GREAT for no prep bell work or building them into entire units.