Spanish that Works

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Spanish that Works™ is a non-traditional and highly effective method for learning to speak Latin American or Mexican Spanish. The emphasis is on mastery of key vocabulary and structures so that students build fluency and the motivation to learn more. The materials can be used with learners ages 12 to adult. 

Interactive, learner-centered content

Spanish that Works was originally designed for libraries as an 8-week in-house workshop for librarians and library staff serving Spanish-speaking patrons.

Spanish that Works for You teaches essential vocabulary and structures applicable to any group. The course may be supplemented with optional specialty vocabulary modules to customize the curriculum to the needs of a specific group. The approach is both functional and creative.

Spanish that Works empowers students to build conversational fluency

It’s practical. Students do not conjugate verbs or practice reading. Instead, they master key words, expressions, and constructions necessary to actively participate in fast-paced conversation. They learn to make polite requests, interact with others socially, and provide or receive basic customer service.

It’s different. The unique pronunciation guide trains American English speakers to speak and understand Spanish. Easy dialogues and exercises encourage creative expression and build fluency. Vocabulary and grammar are simplified. Real-life communication makes learning meaningful and fun.

It works. School, libraries, and community groups and individuals across the United States have used Spanish that Works successfully. Instructors appreciate the classroom-ready, adaptable curriculum. Students like the friendly, hands-on approach and soon become comfortable speaking the language.

It’s for you. You can customize Spanish that Works for You to fit the needs of your specific group or profession. The 16-hour course can be expanded for more in-depth learning, or streamlined for intensive introductory workshops. Additional instructor and student resources are available.

It’s motivating. With Spanish that Works, students acquire the practical skills to start speaking now, but they also internalize a solid foundation for more advanced study in the future. They gain proficiency quickly, building confidence and motivation to learn more.

Teaching materials for beginning Spanish

Spanish that Works materials are available on Amazon and at TeachersPayTeachers.com. Spanish that Works for You can be used as a standalone program, or to supplement an existing language curriculum.

For Spanish that Works handouts and vocabulary modules, create a free account at TeachersPayTeachers.com and visit The Learning Light Store. Reproducible specialty vocabulary modules are available for library (library things, places, and people) and community (basic food, travel items, people and places).

Conversation course text workbook

Spanish that Works for You is available as a text workbook on Amazon. Group pricing is available for short-run orders. Create a free account at TeachersPayTeachers.com and contact Spanish that Works via The Learning Light Store.

Spanish that Works video lessons

Visit the SpanishThatWorksORG YouTube channel for video lessons on how to pronounce Spanish and talk about basic things (and library things).

Contact information

Visit The Learning Light Store on the TeachersPayTeachers website for contact information.

Spanish that Works™ Conversation Course by The Learning Light LLC