Hispanic Folk Art and Beyond: 8 Cultural Art Forms for Your Spanish Classroom
When we think of Hispanic folk art, it’s easy to picture paintings or sculptures—but Hispanic art goes far beyond what hangs on a wall. Across the Spanish-speaking world, art forms are woven into daily life, traditions, and even transportation. From brightly painted buses to hand-stitched textiles and ancient desert designs, these cultural expressions tell stories […]
Art Madness: Locura de Arte A Hispanic Art Bracket for Spanish Class
You’ve heard of March Madness—but what about art madness for Spanish class? Instead of basketball teams, students go head-to-head with iconic Hispanic heritage art, voting on their favorite pieces of artwork in Spanish as they move through a tournament-style bracket. Locura de Arte turns art and culture into an interactive experience your students will actually […]
12 Creative Activities to Analyze Any Painting in Spanish Class
When you are teaching about a famous Hispanic painting in Spanish class, your students may struggle to analyze or interpret the painting beyond the surface level. Your job as their Spanish teacher is to get them to talk about the painting in the target language. But HOW?! That is a big ask for most high […]
20+ Frida Kahlo Gifts Art Lovers and Teachers Will Absolutely Love
If you’re searching for the perfect Frida Kahlo gifts for the art lover or creative spirit in your life, this curated list is full of inspiring finds. From quirky classroom decor to expressive journals, t-shirts, accessories, and more, these picks celebrate Frida’s bold artistry and unforgettable personality. Whether you’re shopping for Frida Kahlo lovers, gifts […]
Join the Vibrant Community: Teaching Art in Spanish Facebook Group
When you are teaching art in Spanish class, do you ever find yourself asking these questions: I have asked myself these questions countless times when planning my art units, creating art resources, and even designing an art module for a course called Hispanic Pop Culture. But I never had many people to bounce ideas off […]
Teach Murals and Art by Diego Rivera with these Unforgettable Lesson Plans
When looking at murals and art by Diego Rivera, you can easily become overwhelmed by the details, culture, and stories. Rivera is known as one of the most famous Hispanic artists, and one that we often study in Spanish class. But, narrowing down his artistic career into a few lessons can be daunting. Even analyzing […]
The ONE Art Activity Your Spanish Students Will Absolutely Love
Does your Spanish curriculum cover artists like Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dali, or Pablo Picasso? Are you looking to spice up your traditional art lessons with an interactive art activity? Try turning your classroom into an art gallery, and your students will feel like they’re on a field trip to Frida Kahlo’s Blue House or the […]
5 Salvador Dali Spanish Lessons
In honor of Salvador Dalí’s birthday on May 11, I wanted to share with you all of my favorite Salvador Dali Spanish lesson plans. As you probably can tell by now, teaching about Hispanic artists is my passion. It is such a fun way to engage your students in the target language while letting them […]
7 Pablo Picasso Spanish Lesson Plans
As one of the most famous artists in the world, Pablo Picasso’s artwork and life are taught in almost all Spanish or art classes. It can be hard to narrow down exactly what to teach in your Pablo Picasso Spanish lesson plans. From the Spanish Civil War Painting, Guernica, to Pablo Picasso’s cubism, to his […]
7 Frida Kahlo Spanish Lesson Plans
When I think of my favorite Spanish lessons that I have ever taught, I immediately think of my Frida Kahlo Spanish lesson plans. I originally majored in Arts Administration and have a passion for the arts and music, so naturally as a Spanish teacher, I love finding ways to incorporate art into my lessons. Over […]