Breaking The Barrier Blog

Discover the richness of Día de Muertos in Oaxaca, Mexico as we explore the meaning of this tradition and learn five news words! 

At Breaking the Barrier, we regularly receive requests for recommendations for a Spanish program for preschool and elementary grades that can be completed before our Middle (Vamos/En camino) and High School (Levels 1-3) curriculum.    There are countless benefits of starting...

Dear colleagues, Soon we will be in New York City for The Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages 2024! From February 22nd - 24th, 2024, educators, linguists, and language enthusiasts will gather at New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Sixth Avenue New York,...

Salut, language learners! Today, we're delving into the heart of French culture with a delightful exploration of "La Galette des Rois" by Rebecca Stanton. As we navigate a brief yet charming encounter between Monsieur Langlois and the baker, we'll uncover the tradition...

Sweet Legacy: A Brief History of Turrón At the heart of Spain's Christmas traditions is a unique and delectable treat – turrón. Every bite of this sweet dessert carries within it centuries of tradition, offering a glimpse into Spain's holiday...

We're eagerly counting down the days until the largest event in the world of language education – The Annual Convention and World Language Expo, ACTFL 2023!