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Let’s be real—raising a bilingual kid sounds amazing, but it also sounds expensive. Private tutors? Pricey. Fancy apps? They add up. Moving to Spain? We wish. But guess what? You don’t need to break the bank to help your child become fluent in another language.
Here’s the absolute cheapest (and smartest) way to make your kid bilingual:
1. Turn Screen Time into Spanish Time
Your kid loves chill TV time, so why not make it work in your favor? Netflix, YouTube, Disney+—switch the audio to Spanish. They won’t even realize they’re learning (but their brain sure will). Bonus points if you watch with them and repeat some phrases together!
Bonus tip: You can get a VPN like NordVPN and an Amazon Firestick and set both to a Spanish speaking country and that way, all apps that you have like Netflix and Disney+ will get content FROM that country.
2. Use Free Spanish Music & Podcasts
No need for expensive courses when you have Spotify and YouTube. Play Spanish nursery rhymes, bilingual songs, and podcasts for kids. You’d be surprised how quickly kids pick up words when they’re singing along to a catchy tune (especially if they get to dance, too!).
3. Borrow Bilingual Books from the Library
Before you drop $$ on Spanish books, check your local library. Most have bilingual storybooks and even audiobooks. Plus, bedtime stories in Spanish = sleepy and smart kids. Win-win!
4. Find a Spanish-Speaking Friend or Babysitter
Know a neighbor, friend, or family member who speaks Spanish? Let your kid hang out with them! Immersion doesn’t have to mean an expensive private school—it can just mean talking to Abuelita on the phone more often.
5. Join TruFluency Kids’ Online Spanish Classes (Without Spending a Fortune!)
Here’s the best-kept secret: Your child can get real Spanish immersion, with real native-speaking teachers, for just $15 per class. Yep, for the cost of two fancy lattes, your child can be on their way to fluency with fun, interactive lessons that don’t feel like schoolwork.
👉 Try a class today for just $15! Affordable, effective, and no plane ticket required. 😉
Let’s make bilingual kids without breaking the piggy bank! Have questions? Drop them below—we’re happy to help!
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