BECOMING BILINGUAL: The Art of Speaking Spanish6 Des 2024

09- Speaking Spanish through Compassion and Service with Angela Harders

Episode Description: In this inspiring episode, I speak with Angela Harders—international best-selling author, certified special education teacher with a Master’s in Bilingual Education, and founder of PAX Ministries. Angela shares her personal journey to becoming fluent in Spanish, reflecting on how her language skills opened doors to meaningful relationships within the Hispanic community. Parents, please note that we touch on some sensitive topics, so you may want to preview this episode before sharing it with young children. Stay tuned until the end for a brief Spanish lesson to help you connect more confidently with native speakers.

Note: This conversation offers honest insights and may involve sensitive subjects. Parents, please listen first and decide if it’s suitable for younger listeners.

Key Topics Discussed:

Angela’s early start learning Spanish and how it shaped her path.
Highlights from her trip to Guatemala and unexpected cultural lessons.
Effective strategies for learning and improving Spanish skills.
Overcoming challenges and embracing a growth mindset in language acquisition.
Motivating teens to continue their Spanish studies despite difficulties.
The impact of bilingualism on mission work, personal growth, and career opportunities.
The founding of PeacefulWorldSchooler and its inspiration.
Essential Spanish phrases to build trust and make a friendly first impression.

Listen to the end for a short Spanish lesson to boost your everyday conversations!

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.instagram.com/peacefulworldschooler/

https://www.tiktok.com/@peacefulworldschooler

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/PeacefulWorldschooler

Parent Webinar for Elementary Years:

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To learn more about my K-12 Spanish Online Program for homeschool families visit my website

https://homeschoolspanishcurriculum.com/

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