Language Learning: Spanish

The best way to search the Library catalog is to go to the Subject search box, and type: Spanish language materials.

This will bring up items that help you learn Spanish, but also books and films that are in the Spanish language.

The general section in the Library where Spanish-language materials can be found is PC4001-4977

Below is a small sample of the children's picture books that the Library owns. To find more, use the Library catalog and search as follows:

Subject: Spanish language materials

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The Films on Demand database offers a variety of instructional videos to help you learn a new language. These titles are just a sample to get you started!

Spanish in Three Minutes -- This 25-part series covers basic elements of conversation, such as greetings; introducing yourself; saying "please" and "thank you"; asking "how much," "where," and "why"; making an apology, and much more.

Espana Viva -- In this series, the host travels through Spain, interviewing people about their typical activities, including grocery shopping, dining out, traveling, and staying in a hotel.

Standard Deviants School: Spanish Series -- The Standard Deviants actors use humor to teach basic Spanish language skills, including pronunciation, pronouns, nouns, and verbs.

Ultimate Guide to Spanish Pronunciation -- These lessons focus on the correct pronunciation of vowels and consonants; which syllables are accentuated; and a review of mistakes to avoid.

Need some information about Latino culture? Try these following library databases. Be sure to use your MyNCC information to log into these databases if you are not on campus:

Do you need information on Spanish literature? If so, try the Gale Literary Source database. Search for an author, novel, short story, or poem in order to find literary criticism.