Category Archives: Song of the Week (Spanish)

LOS PECECITOS (The Little Fish)

This simple song about fish swimming in the sea — “LOS PECECITOS” — can be appreciated by even the youngest children. The song, performed by Ileana Pérez, is from the Whistlefritz CD CARNAVAL — Spanish Learning Songs. Song “LOS PECECITOS” from the Whistlefritz CD CARNAVAL.

SEÑORA SANTANA

Any parent of a toddler can empathize with this dilemma: a child is crying because he lost his apple, but can’t be soothed with another apple, because he wants the one that was his! While that description sounds like the set up for a raucous song about a toddler temper tantrum, this traditional Spanish song […]

A MI BURRO

My donkey is sick! In this beloved Spanish folksong, the doctor treats the donkey’s different ailments from head to toe until the donkey is finally healthy. The song teaches Spanish words for parts of the body as well as how to say that something hurts. This country music version of the song is a lively […]

CARNAVAL

It’s time to dance, sing, and have a parade! It’s Carnaval! This high-energy Spanish children’s song — “CARNAVAL” — teaches action words associated with the celebration of the season known as Carnaval. The song, performed by Ileana Pérez, is from the Whistlefritz CD CARNAVAL — Spanish Learning Songs.  Song “CARNAVAL” from the Whistlefritz CD CARNAVAL.

NOS VAMOS A ACAMPAR

Everybody in the car! It’s time to go camping! But just when the journey is underway, the family realizes another item they forgot at home and needs to turn back. This lively Spanish children’s song — “NOS VAMOS A ACAMPAR” — teaches Spanish vocabulary for items associated with camping, like tents, flashlights, coolers, and sleeping […]

¿DE DÓNDE ERES? (Where Are You From?)

Where are you from? It’s impossible to sit still as this high-energy Spanish children’s song takes kids on a tour of Spanish-speaking countries from Argentina to Venezuela. The song — “¿DE DÓNDE ERES?” — teaches kids common Spanish names and the names of Spanish-speaking cities all to a pulsating soca beat. The song, performed by […]

DEBAJO UN BOTÓN (Under a Button)

Under a button that Martin found, there was a tiny, little mouse. Infused with the rhythm of the Congo, this soukous arrangement is an exciting new musical twist on the beloved traditional Spanish children’s song — “DEBAJO UN BOTÓN.” Kids will love singing the percussive repetition of the last syllable of each line in the […]

SABES TÚ SEMBRAR LA COL?

This high-energy, big band song is an active and engaging way to teach Spanish words for parts of the body. Trying to plant cabbage with different parts of the body creates a comical and memorable link to Spanish vocabulary. Acting out the song is a surefire way to get kids engaged and having fun with […]

MI DÍA (My Day)

This beautiful song about daily activities has it all! From waking up in the morning until tuck in at night, “MI DÍA” teaches Spanish vocabulary for daily activities, meals, times of day, and more. The song, performed by Jorge Anaya, is from the Whistlefritz CD ¡SABOR! Song “MI DÍA” from the Whistlefritz CD SABOR.