In this post: Calling all nature lovers! Use the books, songs and resources in today’s post to learn about the forest in Spanish.
Everything we do here at Llamitas Spanish is rooted in thematic learning for the early years. That’s because it’s one of the most natural and effective ways for children to learn. This is especially useful for language learners who are better able to grasp new words and concepts through relatable lessons.
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The theme we’re exploring today is el bosque – the forest. Whether you’re able to go to a forest nearby, take care of your garden at home or visit the park, nature has so many opportunities for language acquisition and sensory play.
Added to that is the benefit of physical activity. So try as much as possible to make outdoor activities a regular part of your weekly routine. And for those planning a camping trip this summer, you’d definitely want to save this post for later!
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Forest Vocabulary in Spanish
If you make it to the forest or simply encourage your kids to use their imagination in the backyard, the words in the table will be useful for learning forest-themed vocabulary. You can also take advantage of the time outdoors to review related topics such as the weather.
| Spanish | English |
| árbol | tree |
| búho | owl |
| hongo | fungi/mushroom |
| hoja | leaf |
| mapache | raccoon |
| lobo | wolf |
| zorro | fox |
| erizo | hedgehog |
| ciervo | deer |
| ardilla | squirrel |
| liebre | hare |
| oso | bear |
| serpiente | snake |
| pájaro | bird |
| río | river |
El bosque: Spanish Lessons
Each unit of our Level 1 curriculum covers a different theme. In unit 3, we get adventurous and explore the forest through a wide variety of activities. That includes tracing, counting, matching, coloring, flashcards, games and more.
By the end of unit 3, your kids will be able to:
- Name 12 forest words
- Count to 30
- Understand more about the letters Hh and Zz as well as the sound ‘ch’
- Recite the song ‘La lechuza’
They’ll also get moving while learning 2 new songs and express their creative with a fun craft that includes recycling leaves.
Check out our Llamitas Spanish Level 1 Curriculum today!
Spanish Books about the Forest
Un Árbol by Rodrigo Mattioli
Read about how one girl’s decision to plant a tree was able to bring about change and a welcomed transformation for all!
Cartas en el bosque by Susanna Isern
Enjoy this award-winning story about a mailman who secretly delights the animals in the forest with his daily letter deliveries until one day he receives a special letter of his own.
El conteo regresivo del otoño by Fran Hawk
This dynamic book gives insight on what takes place during fall, how animals prepare for winter and helps you to practice counting down from 10 in Spanish.
Oso No Para de Roncar by Karma Wilson
It appears that nothing can stop this brown bear from snoring and enjoying his rest until one minor mishap awakes him from his sleep. This book will keep you guessing what’s next!
Erizo y Conejo: El susto del viento by Pablo Albo
A scary, swirling wind forces a hedgehog and rabbit to confront their fears in their otherwise peaceful garden.
¿Dónde estás, zorrito? By Sam Taplin
This is a fun title with peek-through holes and finger trails for younger readers. Great for interactive learning!
Oso pardo, oso pardo, ¿qué ves ahí?
A popular title by Eric Carle. Practice colors and animal names in this wonderful, repetitive story. A classic and great for beginners!
Related post: Fall Themed Spanish Books
Spanish Songs about the Forest
In addition to ‘Juguemos en el Bosque’ and ‘La Lechuza Hace Shh’ which we’ve included in this unit of our curriculum, enjoy the forest-themed songs below:
When you’re looking for a change from bedtime stories, consider adding this simple and catchy song to your kids’ bedtime routine.
Sing, dance and clap with these kids who enjoy playing in the forest while the wolf is not around…or is he?
Three kids bravely go through the forest and are joined by all the animals they encounter.
Learn to describe some of the animals you’ll find in the forest including a rabbit, wolf, squirrel and more.
Join the quest of this snake as he searches for part of his tail in what turns out to be an unexpected play on words.
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Spanish Curriculum for the Early Years
Lots of parents want to keep their native or Spanish heritage alive while others understand the benefits of bilingualism and want to teach their kids Spanish. Whatever your reason, we’ve got just the program for you!
Our Llamitas Spanish Level 1 Curriculum is a structured open and go program rooted in thematic learning. It provides you with simple lessons, bilingual scripts and everything you need to facilitate the lessons at home.
Over the course of 12 units, your kids will enjoy the many activities in our program while learning phonics, spelling, counting and more.
Get it today in our curriculum shop!
Kimberly is a freelance writer from Trinidad and Tobago who was always fascinated by language and holds a B.A in Spanish with a minor in Linguistics. She considers herself to be a multipotentialite due to her many interests and a few of her favorite things include coffee, pasta and scented candles.