Many teens start Spanish excited—then feel stuck, overwhelmed, or convinced they’re “not good at languages.” In this episode, we talk honestly about why that happens and how parents can help their teens move forward with confidence.

I’m joined by Sra. Priscila Salazar, an experienced 1:1 Spanish tutor, master teacher in our Spanish 1–3 programs, and my daughter’s Spanish 3 teacher—so we’ve seen her impact firsthand.

Together, we discuss:

• Why Spanish feels harder after the beginner phase
• The emotional side of language learning and self-doubt
• When a curriculum is enough—and when extra support matters
• How 1:1 help can rebuild confidence and progress
• What prepares students for Spanish 3 and beyond

If your teen feels stuck in Spanish or you’re unsure of the next step, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and a practical path forward.

Connect with Sra. Priscila Salazar

• Contact Sra. Priscila Salazar for 1:1 tutoring:

https://www.priscilasalazar.com/tutoring-for-spanish-students

• Learn more about her Spanish 4 course and join her waitlist click here
• Listen to episode 2 to know more about Sra. Priscila Salazar click here

Spanish Resources: Do not forget!

👉 FREE Valentines’s Spanish unit. Get it now!

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With AI translation tools and more advanced technology on the rise, you may be wondering:

Do human-taught Spanish lessons still matter?

In this episode, I open up about a tough season—wrestling with doubt, facing online hate, and questioning whether my work as a Spanish teacher still matters. But recording a new Valentine’s lesson with my daughter reminded me of something powerful:

Language is about connection—not just translation.

Whether you’re a homeschool parent, Spanish teacher or Spanish student, this episode will encourage you to keep building a bilingual legacy, even in an AI-driven world.

🎁 Plus, I’m gifting you our Valentine’s Spanish Unit—free! Grab it in the show notes and help your kids learn about love and friendship in Spanish.

👉 FREE Valentines’s Spanish unit for your family. Get it now!

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What does it really take to raise bilingual children—especially when you’re homeschooling and want to build fluency with purpose, not pressure?

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Joahanna Pérez Ray — a Chilean-born homeschool mom, professional translator, historical researcher, and the passionate voice behind Charlotte Mason en Español.

Together, we explore:

• Johanna’s upbringing in Chile 🇨🇱
• Her move to the U.S. and journey learning English as a second language
• How she discovered Charlotte Mason education — and why it resonates so deeply with bilingual families
• Practical strategies for teaching Spanish at home, even if you're not a native speaker
• Advice for Hispanic parents preserving heritage and language
• Why language learning and cultural awareness are essential in today’s world

Whether you're just beginning your bilingual homeschool journey or looking to deepen your family's connection to Spanish, this conversation will leave you encouraged and equipped.

🎧 Stick around until the end to hear about Joahanna’s latest research project, her growing library of bilingual resources, and how to connect with her impactful work.

Resources mentioned:

👉 Connect with Johanna Perez Ray

👉 https://joperezray.com/ Translation, Bilingual Communications, Spanish

👉 https://charlottemasonespanol.org/ Bilingual education/Hispanic homeschooling in the US with the Charlotte Mason method

Let’s Stay Connected!

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