Are you planning a trip to Germany? If so, you’ll want to check out these fun facts about Germany first!  Twenty-five million people visit Germany each year to explore its picturesque scenery, quaint towns, and delicious foods. From Berlin to Munich to Hamburg, there are a ton of German cities to explore. What’s more, Germany is home to some of the most spectacular celebrations and festivals, such as Oktoberfest and Carnival. Germany has a rich and diverse history, with varied landsc

Latin, even though it is considered a dead language now, certainly has made a huge impact on Western European languages and culture. The Romance languages, among which you will find French and Spanish, continue to be used all over the world and taught in foreign language classrooms. But, just how similar are some of these supposedly related languages, you might wonder? And which differences are more important when considering whether to learn Spanish vs French? While Spanish and French do sh

Business Spanish can sound quite different than everyday Spanish. If you have been transferred to a Spanish speaking country or work in an industry where the Spanish language dominates, then you might be in need to learn more business vocabulary in Spanish and vocabulary for the workplace.  In this post, I set out to give you a comprehensive guide to business Spanish. Everything from getting your first interview to talking with your coworkers to writing professional emails.  Also, we wil

Starting to feel tense in thinking about the English Tenses? This is why I should probably stick to teaching and not be a comedian. Jokes aside, tenses are an essential part of the English language. They allow speakers to clarify the timing of when an action is happening. In this article, we will briefly go over each English tense and how it is used. But first, what are tenses? What are Tenses? Essentially a tense will indicate the timing of an action. There are three basic tenses in Englis

You’re probably wondering, "what are the best ASL signs to teach kids?" If you're wondering about American Sign Language for toddlers or other youngsters, you're in the right place. With more than 10 years of teaching reading and reading Literacy strategies, and 33 years of American sign language experiences I’ve created a toolkit to assist you and your toddler on your journey.  Babies can use ASL to start communicating much earlier than the standard 8 to 12 month mark. American Sign

Morsa Images / DigitalVision / Getty Images If you’re looking for an effective and fun way to learn Spanish, look no further than Netflix!  With a plethora of Spanish-language shows available, you can level up your language skills in the comfort of your own home. From lighthearted comedies to gripping dramas, there’s something for everyone who is wanting to explore the world of Spanish TV.  So grab some snacks, get cozy on the couch, and prepare yourself to be entertained while l

There are many ways to say “I love you” in every language. While the feeling of love is universal, every culture and language has a unique way of expressing it. How many other ways are there to express your love to someone? For starters, check out this video on how to say “I love you” in every top language.  Knowing how to say “I love you” and other phrases, such as "my love" in different languages and "I love you so much" in different languages can be rewarding, whether y

We've talked a lot about the benefits of learning a new language. It can slow your brain's aging and even improve your memory... heck, you might even make more money if you're bilingual! But what if your motivation to pick up Spanish, Japanese, or another language isn't based on the brain boost? What if you just want to understand the sushi terms on your menu, order a round of German beer, or rattle off all the different kinds of French cheese? That's totally fine to admit. Sounds pr

American Sign Language (ASL) is interesting and you might be deciding where to start your learning journey. Maybe the alphabet? Numbers? Common phrases? Regardless of what you want to learn to sign first, to sign accurately you’ll need to know and understand ASL’s parameters.  ASL has five parameters, or features. Each of the five American Sign Language parameters must be used accurately for a sign to be correct. The five parameters are handshape, palm orientation, location, movement

Have you ever wanted to become fluent in ASL and think, where do I begin? Do I start with names? Fingerspelling? Places? Animals? The weather?... feeling stressed and overwhelmed yet? Well stress no more, you found the right place to start; basic ASL signs. What signs are we talking here? They are a combination of a few simple signs that can help you to start a basic conversation. We will discuss what they are and how they can be used as you begin learning to sign and communicate in ASL. We w