How to Make Friends in Spanish

How to Make Friends in Spanish

Friends are a very important part of childhood. Having someone to play with, share secrets and feelings with, and just grow up with will always be a cherished memory. It’s part of what shapes our childhoods and us as individuals. But let’s be honest,...
Passing Along Your Native Language: The Struggle Is Real

Passing Along Your Native Language: The Struggle Is Real

At TruFluency Kids, we’re all about helping your children become bilingual in English and Spanish. Some of our clients are English-speaking parents who want their kids to learn Spanish. But we also work with families where at least one parent is a native Spanish...
Can Duolingo Make Your Child Fluent?

Can Duolingo Make Your Child Fluent?

Hello, friends and fellow language lovers! I’m Micah Bellieu, the founder of TruFluency Kids. We’re a company that offers online Spanish lessons for kids age 4 and up, for all fluency levels. But we’re also huge cheerleaders for parents who want their kids to learn...
Differences Between Ahí, Hay, Ay

Differences Between Ahí, Hay, Ay

Do your kids have trouble differencing between “ahí”, “hay” and “ay” in the Spanish language? That’s okay! It’s understandable, because they sound almost the same way! And the writing it’s also very similar. So, it can be confusing for them to hear a similar sound in...
Spanish Words & Phrases for Kids Playing Basketball

Spanish Words & Phrases for Kids Playing Basketball

Are your kids fans of watching basketball games? Or are they part of their school basketball team? Awesome! Sport is a great way for kids to learn many things, like teamwork and discipline. But did you know that they can also learn Spanish through sports? That’s...
Why Kids Don’t Speak Their Family’s Language

Why Kids Don’t Speak Their Family’s Language

In the U.S., many people assume that all Latinos are fluent in Spanish. The reality, however, is a lot more complex. According to the Pew Research Center, 75% of U.S. Latinos say they speak Spanish at least “pretty well.” But among U.S.-born Latinos, that number falls...