John Conner wrote Breaking the Barrier after years in the Spanish classroom and as a consultant to the College Board's AP Spanish program. The curriculum builds grammar and key vocabulary together, systematically developing skills in reading, writing, and speaking. Trusted by homeschool families since 1997.
"I actually learned with Breaking the Barrier as a high schooler myself and now use the program to teach homeschool high schoolers and adult students — I love it more than anything else I've found."Spanish Immersion Program Leader Virginia
"In 36 years of public high school teaching — 23 as an AP Spanish language teacher — I know the success of my students achieving many scores of 4 and 5 was due to Breaking the Barrier Levels 1, 2, and 3."Peg Jordan Spanish Teacher & Department Head, Cohasset High School, MA
"The layout and style of the exercises make this more interesting than standard textbooks... less intimidating than others."Cathy Duffy Cathy Duffy Reviews — Top Pick for Homeschool Curriculum
What's Included in the Homeschool Package?
- Online Access — audio recordings, videos, and interactive exercises synced to the print book
- Student Edition Book (hardcopy) — durable and reusable; siblings can use it in future years
- Answer Key Booklet (hardcopy) — grade every exercise in minutes, no Spanish knowledge required
- Spanish Oasis pocket dictionary (hardcopy) — a standalone reference your student keeps at their desk
- Test Program (hardcopy) — formal assessments ready to print, supports transcripts and co-ops
- Vocabulary Quizzes (hardcopy)
- Pacing Guide (hardcopy) — includes a suggested calendar, grading rubric, and helpful suggestions
Spanish Homeschool Overview
The Homeschool Package offers a comprehensive Spanish curriculum, available in five levels. Each level represents a full academic year of Spanish, providing students with the essential resources to master the language.
Middle School / Introductory High School:
- ¡Vamos! Beginner "A"
- ¡En camino! Beginner "B"
High School:
- Spanish Level 1 / Beginner
- Spanish Level 2 / Intermediate
- Spanish Level 3 / Advanced
What is "Online Access"?
Online Access, included with all Homeschool Packages, enhances learning with:
- Audio recordings of native speakers for every dialogue and vocabulary list — your student hears real Spanish, not text-to-speech
- Video instructional capsules that explain grammar concepts visually — ideal if you don't speak Spanish yourself
- Instant, corrective feedback for every exercise — students see exactly what they got wrong and why, not just a score
- Responsive flashcards with audio for every unit's vocabulary, so students can drill independently
- Cultural articles featuring notable people and landmarks from Spanish-speaking countries
- Oral questions to practice listening comprehension alongside the print lessons
Online Access covers the same content as the print textbook, with audio recordings, videos, and interactive exercises — supporting a range of learning styles.
Use Your ESA or Scholarship Funds
Breaking the Barrier is recognized by most homeschool education savings account and scholarship programs. Your curriculum may cost you nothing out of pocket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No prior experience is needed for ¡Vamos! Beginner "A" or Spanish Level 1 — both start from absolute zero. If your child has had some Spanish exposure, feel free to contact us and we can help you find the right starting point.
Most parents who use this curriculum don't speak Spanish. Students work through the online activities independently, receiving instant, targeted feedback — no teacher input required. Video instructional capsules explain grammar concepts clearly, and a full pacing guide with suggested calendar makes it straightforward to manage. Parents can also create their own linked account to monitor their student's progress online.
Yes. Each level is designed as one full academic year of Spanish. This is appropriate to list on a homeschool transcript as a full high school credit. The included tests and assessments support grade documentation.
One Homeschool Package covers your first student. For additional students, you'll need a Student Edition book and an Online Access subscription per student — both available separately. The Homeschool Package itself does not need to be repurchased.
Very likely yes. We're recognized by programs in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wyoming, and others. Contact us with any questions on how to order.
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