In this post: A round-up of the best Spanish podcasts for kids from complete beginners through advanced learners. These podcasts immerse your children in language learning through stories, music and fun!
Podcasts are such a practical, fun and FREE way to learn a language. Listening to these Spanish podcasts for kids in the car or during quiet time can easily amount to hours of Spanish language acquisition and learning.
Whether your child is a complete beginner, intermediate or advanced Spanish speaker, you will find something for them here!
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Spanish Language Podcasts for Kids
Listening to podcasts in Spanish can be a great screen-free source of comprehensible input for language learning.
When learning a second language or raising bilingual kids, it’s important to get as much exposure to the language as possible alongside formal lessons—whether through books, music, or even movies. Think of these podcasts for Spanish learners as one more resource to add to your toolbox!
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What are the best Spanish podcasts for beginners?
Beginners can look for Spanish podcasts for younger kids or that were created specifically for learning Spanish. Some things to look for as a beginner are:
- Clear and slow language
- Simple topics
- Short episodes
- Transcripts for reading along
To help you find the most appropriate quickly, we’ve categorized the podcasts accordingly into Spanish levels.
Spanish Podcasts for Beginners
Eat Your Spanish
Available on: Apple Podcasts and Spotify
This is one of the best Spanish podcasts for beginners! The production is outstanding, and we love that it is music based with a Montessori-inspired, gentle teaching approach.
Many episodes also feature two very special characters, Mrs. Elephant and Mr. Mouse. They are adorable and your children will be begging for just one more episode!
¡Hola Nature!
Available on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
This nature-themed podcast for kids is also perfect for beginners. By using a mix of English and Spanish, this podcast keeps beginners engaged as they learn Spanish vocabulary about topics like animals, plants, and more. The whole family will enjoy listening to Spanish stories and poems and learning fun nature facts.
Simple Stories in Spanish
Available on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Created by a Spanish teacher, these stories are narrated slowly and clearly, making this podcast a good choice for beginners and early intermediate learners. Each episode includes a short introduction in English explaining the context of the story and key vocabulary words. Plus, transcripts are available for reading along!
Spanish Podcasts for Bilingual Families
Spanish Stories for Kids
Available on: Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Although it still requires a good level of Spanish, the audio in this podcast is clearer, slower, and more accessible than other storytelling podcasts.
The podcast is well established with several months of episodes. Episodes average 10 minutes and are ideal for ages 6+.
Cuentos Encantados
Available on: Apple Podcasts and Spotify
We love this series of “magical stories.” There is something just so nostalgic about them. The audio is fairly slow and clear, making it great for keeping listening skills sharp, but it’s definitely for advanced learners. Episodes average 12 minutes.
Hoy Quiero Contarles
Available on: Apple Podcasts, iHeart and Spotify
This is another high quality production and one of the most engaging children’s podcasts. The sound effects and music throughout make this a fun option for younger children. The stories are also very unique, which helps to keep them engaging for kids. Episodes average 10 minutes.
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Allegro Mágico
Available on: iVoox and Spotify
Although new episodes haven’t been released in a few years, Allegro Mágico is still a wonderful resource for parents wanting to introduce classical music to their children. Claudia and her daughter Paula share their passion for classical music and the tales behind each piece in this beautiful podcast.
It’s a great option for quiet time or leisurely car rides. You can also find a plethora of resources and guidance on their website for introducing an appreciation for music and learning about famous classical music composers.
Tumble en Español
Available on: Apple Podcasts and Spotify
This Spanish language science podcast for kids will be enjoyed by the entire family! Together you’ll learn about fascinating topics, hear stories from actual Latino scientists, and celebrate curiosity.
Some of the fun topics explored include axolotls, the beginning of the universe, and capybaras. This one was created for Spanish speakers so it’s best for bilingual families and advanced level Spanish learners.
Free Spanish Resources for Kids
At Llamitas Spanish, we love to support parents raising bilingual kids. If you’re looking for even more free Spanish resources to use alongside your Spanish lessons, be sure to check out our Freebie Library! You’ll gain access to games, sample lessons, music and more.
You can also find our very own Canciones ilustradas Spanish nursery rhymes for kids on our YouTube channel! These gentle Spanish songs are beautifully illustrated and another great way to add more Spanish into your day.
So there you have it! The best Spanish podcasts for kids. Which one will you be tuning into this week with your children?
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Founder of the Llamitas Spanish® Curriculum and former Spanish teacher. Corrie holds two Master Degrees in Spanish and Education. She lives in San Diego, California with her husband and two bilingual children.