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Learning a second language at an early age has many, many benefits including: Having a positive effect on intellectual growth. Enriching and enhancing a child’s mental development. Giving students more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and a better ear for listening. Improving a child’s understanding of his/her native language. Giving a child the […]

We are excited to be working on new activities for you to access through Quia.com Your students will be able to review and practice key vocabulary with fun activities hosted online. Try this activity and let us know what you think! ¿Cómo estás? Matching Game

It is clear that attaining proficiency in a significant world language greatly improves a one’s ability to cooperate and communicate with a whole new group of people. This can open up new personal, professional and significant opportunities. As the world becomes increasingly connected, those who are able to work alongside people from different cultures are […]

Here we are at Seaside, along the beautiful Oregon Coast to show off the Calico Spanish curriculum at the COSA (Confederation of Oregon School Administrators) conference. “We are talking with teachers and school administrators about how Calico Spanish provides students and teachers access to interactive Spanish language learning. We’re also displaying our resources so that […]

The Calico Spanish curriculum that lays a solid first-year foundation of Spanish language learning for children ages 5-12. Our fun approach and interactive methods encourage kids to pursue language learning with enthusiasm, setting them up for success as they pursue language acquisition throughout their lives. The comprehensive Calico Spanish Teacher’s Manual gives teachers access to […]

Kids learn how to make comparisons and describe the world around them starting with learning opposites. Being able to organize new vocabulary in the context of contrasting descriptive words quickens the learning process tremendously. In the Calico Spanish Curriculum, opposites are portrayed with engaging graphics to make learning fun and easy.

I am really looking forward to attending the NABE Conference next week in Denver (Feb 3-6, 2010). The conference theme is “Nurturing Communities for a Better World.” This theme ties in with our mission at Kids Immersion, LLC. We develop quality resources and conduct business with integrity as we work to build communities. Language is […]

Calico Spanish is the Perfect choice for Elementary Schools. Calico Spanish equips you to create a comfortable environment where students can acquire Spanish naturally. Here’s what Cindy had to say about her students after 2 weeks of classes using Calico Spanish: “They learned a ton, and their confidence was boosted through the ceiling! These students, […]

We recently received an inquiry from a teacher at a Montessori school. She needs a program that will allow her to teach grades K-6. She works with each group of students once per week. Calico Spanish is a terrific program for teachers who need multilevel resources. The Level One program provides plenty of ideas to […]

Have you been enjoying your Mi guitarrí: Spanish Songs for Kids CD? Do you wish you knew the guitar chords so you could play along with Joel? Do you wonder how to play the melodies to these terrific tunes on piano? Are you looking for a convenient way to reference the English translation of the […]