Spanish
From the
Heart

Spanish connects us.

Playful Spanish classes, stories, and resources that help children discover a new language, embrace new cultures, and connect with the world around them.

El español nos conecta.
Hand-painted illustration of a Latina mother and daughter sharing a Spanish storybook
Spanish connects us

More than a language.

It connects us to who we are.

Spanish connects children to language, culture, identity, and the world around them.

  • Connection

    Language creates deeper connections with family and loved ones.

  • Culture

    Children can grow up knowing the stories, traditions, and culture behind the language.

  • Confidence

    Speaking another language gives children another way to express themselves and understand the world.

  • Belonging

    Every language we pass on becomes part of a child’s story.

Hola, I'm Cindy!

Spanish tutor, journalist, wife, mom — and a Spanish speaker who became bilingual as an adult.

I'm a Spanish tutor and journalist by profession, originally from Colombia. Spanish is my first language, and I became bilingual as an adult after moving to the United States.

I earned my Bachelor's degree in Social Communication in Colombia, a Spanish-speaking country, and went on to spend more than a decade as a reporter and news anchor in U.S. television, telling stories and informing Spanish-speaking communities.

Today, as a wife, mom, and Spanish tutor, I'm passionate about helping families make Spanish a natural part of everyday life — through conversation, play, stories, culture, and connection.

Spanish From the Heart grew from something very personal: wanting my daughter to grow up feeling completely at home in both of her languages. I often tell her that speaking Spanish is her superpower. She always reminds me that English is her superpower too. And she's right — being bilingual is her superpower. That's what I want to help more children discover: the confidence, connection, and possibilities that come with growing up bilingual.

  • Spanish native speaker
  • Bilingual as an adult
  • Spanish tutor
  • Journalist & former TV news anchor
  • 10+ years telling stories for Spanish-speaking communities
Cindy Bernal hugging her young daughter on a sunny sidewalk
Cindy & Mila — at the heart of it all.

Personalized Spanish classes

Spanish Classes for Little Learners ♡

Spanish is more than vocabulary. It’s a language children can experience through stories, conversation, play, and everyday moments.

My classes are personalized to each child’s age, level and personality, with the goal of making Spanish feel natural, fun and useful.

  • Play & Move

    Games and movement that make Spanish feel natural.

  • Stories & Conversation

    Books, conversation and real-life language children can use.

  • Personalized Learning

    Lessons adapted to your child’s age, level and interests.

Interactive, personal, joyful

What does a class look like?

Every class is interactive and adapted to your child, with a gentle rhythm that helps Spanish feel familiar and inviting.

  1. 01

    Hello & Connect

    We start with conversation, greetings and a familiar routine.

  2. 02

    Learn Through Play

    New vocabulary and phrases are introduced through games, movement and activities.

  3. 03

    Stories & Real Conversation

    Books, questions and everyday situations help children hear and use Spanish naturally.

  4. 04

    Review & Practice

    We revisit what we learned so children can build confidence and remember it.

Simple options for every stage

Choose the class that fits your child ♡

Different ages and learners need different amounts of time. Choose the option that feels right for your family.

  • Ages 7 and under

    30 minutes

    $40

    per class

    $160

    per month

    (4 classes)

    Playful, age-appropriate Spanish through stories, games, movement and conversation.

  • Ages 8–11

    45 minutes

    $75

    per class

    $300

    per month

    (4 classes)

    Interactive Spanish through stories, games, conversation and real-life situations.

  • Ages 11–17

    60 minutes

    $90

    per class

    $360

    per month

    (4 classes)

    Personalized Spanish practice focused on conversation, vocabulary, confidence and language growth.

  • Friends or siblings

    30 minutes each

    $35

    per class

    (each child)

    $140

    per month

    (4 classes each)

    A fun way to learn Spanish together while keeping the experience personal and interactive.

Payment Options

Pay per class or monthly.

Monthly enrollment includes 4 weekly classes.
Make-up classes are available if you can’t attend.

Online Spanish Tutoring

Personalized Spanish lessons, wherever you are.

Online lessons are designed around your child’s age, Spanish level, interests, and learning goals. We use conversation, interactive games, stories, and age-appropriate activities to make Spanish engaging and meaningful.

  • One-on-one personalized lessons
  • Interactive games and activities
  • Age-appropriate learning
  • Conversation & practice
  • Personalized to your child’s level
Hand-painted illustration of a child enjoying an online Spanish lesson with books, headphones, and a tablet

Simple online options

Choose the session length that fits your child ♡

  • 30-Minute Class

    Great for younger learners or shorter, focused Spanish sessions.

    $40

    per class

  • 1-Hour Class

    Ideal for older learners or children who benefit from more time for conversation, activities, and practice.

    $80

    per class

Monthly options are also available.

30 minutes

$150

per month

60 minutes

$300

per month

Monthly packages include four classes. If your child cannot attend a scheduled class, a make-up class can be arranged according to availability.

Let’s Find a Time That Works

Online classes are scheduled based on availability. Get in touch and we’ll find a day and time that works well for your family.

Contact Cindy

Please contact me to check current online class availability.

Current weekly availability

Let’s find a time that works for your family. ♡

Classes are one-on-one and available at different times and locations throughout Orange County.

Current week

Swipe sideways to see every day.

Monday

Available

  • 9:30 AM
  • 10:30 AM

Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Anaheim & Anaheim Hills

Tuesday

Not currently available

Wednesday

Available

  • 11:00 AM
  • 12:00 PM

Newport Beach and surrounding areas

Thursday

Not currently available

Friday

Not currently available

Saturday

Available

  • 9:00 AM
  • 10:00 AM
  • 11:00 AM

Location arranged based on availability

Sunday

Not currently available

Availability is updated regularly and may change as families enroll.

Classes throughout Orange County

Depending on the day and location, classes are available in different Orange County communities. See the calendar above for each day’s current area.

  • Fullerton
  • Yorba Linda
  • Anaheim
  • Anaheim Hills
  • Newport Beach
  • Cypress
  • and surrounding areas

Ready to make Spanish part of your child’s week? ♡

Tell me a little about your child and I’ll help you find the class and time that fit your family.

Check Class Availability

Learning a language takes more than memorizing words.

It happens when children hear it, use it, play with it, read it, and connect with the people around them.

That’s what we’re creating here — little moments of Spanish that become part of everyday life. ♡

Want to hear when new offerings open? Join the waitlist →

Parent Reviews

What Families Are Saying

“Cindy is so amazing, she makes learning Spanish so fun and engaging. Our daughter looks forward to her lessons every week and has learned so much that we can't use Spanish when we don't want her to know what we're saying anymore! Cindy always has something new to keep her excited about Spanish — I can't recommend her classes enough!”
— Mom of an 8-year-old student

Membership

Coming Soon

Bring Spanish Into Your Home — One Theme at a Time.

A monthly Spanish learning experience designed to help families learn, play, explore, and connect in Spanish — wherever they live.

You don't need to live near us.
You don't need to homeschool.
And you don't need to already speak Spanish.

You simply need a desire to make Spanish part of your family's everyday learning.

Spanish From the Heart Membership

$49.99/ month

Cancel anytime.

The Spanish From the Heart Membership is coming soon. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens.

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Month-to-month. Cancel anytime.

What You'll Receive

Each month, you'll receive a complete Spanish learning package built around a new theme.

Our monthly themes connect Spanish with four areas of learning:

  • Language Arts

    Vocabulary, conversation, stories, early literacy, and language activities.

  • Math

    Age-appropriate math concepts connected to the monthly theme.

  • Science

    Explore the world through hands-on activities, observation, experiments, and Spanish vocabulary.

  • Social Studies

    Culture, community, geography, traditions, and the world around us.

The goal is to help children learn Spanish naturally while exploring meaningful topics across different areas of learning.

What's Included

Every monthly package includes:

  • Monthly themed learning unit
  • Language Arts activities
  • Math activities
  • Science activities
  • Social Studies activities
  • Spanish vocabulary
  • Children's book recommendations
  • Printable activities
  • Games and hands-on activities
  • Parent guide
  • Suggested learning activities
  • Conversation prompts
  • Everyday Spanish ideas
  • Materials designed to make learning at home simple

You Don't Have to Speak Spanish to Learn Spanish.

Spanish From the Heart is designed to be accessible even if no one in your home speaks Spanish.

Parents don't need to be Spanish teachers or fluent speakers. The monthly materials are designed to guide you step by step, with simple Spanish vocabulary, pronunciation support, parent-friendly instructions, book suggestions, activities, and phrases you can use with your child.

Whether your family is bilingual, learning together, or starting from zero, you can participate.

Spanish From the Heart helps parents create Spanish moments at home — without needing to create the curriculum themselves.

Already Speak Some Spanish?

The membership can also support bilingual and Spanish-speaking families.

Use the activities to expand vocabulary, encourage conversation, strengthen early literacy, and introduce Spanish through different subjects and everyday experiences.

Families can adapt the activities to their child's Spanish level.

This Membership Is for You If...

  • You want your child to learn Spanish at home.
  • You homeschool and want Spanish enrichment.
  • Your child attends a traditional school and you want to add Spanish at home.
  • Spanish is spoken in your family and you want to strengthen your child's vocabulary.
  • Your child understands Spanish but needs more opportunities to use it.
  • One parent speaks Spanish and wants more structure.
  • No one at home speaks Spanish but you want your child to learn.
  • You don't live close enough to attend our in-person programs.
  • You prefer the flexibility of learning at home.

Learn With Us — From Wherever You Are.

Our monthly membership follows the themes we explore through Spanish From the Heart.

If you can't join us in person, you can still bring the learning experience home. Each month, your family can explore the same type of meaningful Spanish learning through stories, activities, games, conversation, and connections to Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Inspired by the themes and learning experiences we explore at Spanish From the Heart.

Learn at Your Own Pace.

There is no need to complete everything at once.

Use the monthly materials throughout the month, repeat activities your child enjoys, skip what doesn't fit your child's level, and make the experience your own.

The goal is meaningful Spanish exposure — not checking every activity off a list.

Want a Little Extra Support?

Families can add private online Spanish sessions with Cindy to practice the month's theme, work on conversation, reinforce vocabulary, or receive personalized support.

Explore Private Classes

Building Toward a Complete Curriculum

Throughout the school year, Spanish From the Heart will continue developing and refining its monthly learning units.

The goal is to bring these themes together into a complete Spanish From the Heart curriculum for families who want a full year of Spanish learning through four connected subject areas.

Ready to Bring Spanish Home?

The Spanish From the Heart Membership is coming soon. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when enrollment opens.

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$49.99 / month

Cancel anytime.

Membership FAQ

What ages is the membership for?

The materials are designed for children roughly ages 3–11, with activities you can adapt to your child's stage.

Do I need to speak Spanish to use the membership?

No. Every monthly package includes parent-friendly instructions, pronunciation support, simple vocabulary, and phrases you can use with your child — whether your family is bilingual, learning together, or starting from zero.

What is included each month?

Each month you'll receive a complete themed learning unit with Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies activities, vocabulary, printable materials, games, book recommendations, conversation prompts, and a parent guide.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. The membership is month-to-month and you can cancel whenever you like.

How does this relate to the in-person co-op?

The membership is inspired by the themes and learning experiences we explore at Spanish From the Heart, but it is designed for families to use independently at home.

Are live classes included?

Live classes are separate. Members who want extra support can add private online Spanish sessions with Cindy to practice the month's theme.

Not ready to join yet? Hear first about the membership and our upcoming at-home curriculum. Join the waitlist →

Resources

Simple tools to help bring Spanish into everyday life.

  • Free Download

    How to Start Spanish at Home

    A gentle printable first guide for every family — small habits, simple phrases, and joyful ways to begin, even if you don't speak Spanish yourself.

  • Free Download

    Your First Month of Spanish

    A friendly four-week roadmap for families brand new to Spanish — greetings, colors, family words, and everyday routines, one small step at a time.

  • Free Download

    Everyday Spanish Phrases

    A printable sheet of warm little phrases for mornings, playtime, and bedtime — the moments families share every day.

  • Free Download

    Mi Familia Coloring Page

    A hand-drawn style coloring page where little ones color hearts and write the names of the people they love — en español.

  • Free Download

    Primeras Palabras Flashcards

    Nine cut-and-play first-words flashcards — el sol, la luna, el corazón — for little moments of repetition and recall.

  • Free Download

    Spanish Conversation Starters

    Eight warm questions — one a day — that open the door to real Spanish conversation, in whatever mix of languages your child answers.

A little look ahead

Coming Soon

We’re creating more ways to help families make Spanish part of everyday life.

  • Coming Soon

    Spanish Story Time Guides

    Simple prompts for reading, wondering, and connecting through Spanish stories.

  • Coming Soon

    Playful Learning Packs

    Hands-on activities that bring useful Spanish words into family play.

  • Coming Soon

    Everyday Spanish Routines

    Gentle guides for making Spanish feel familiar throughout the week.

Want new free resources as they arrive? Join the waitlist →

Spanish connects us.

Let's raise curious, kind, and multilingual kids. ♡

You don't have to be Latino to fall in love with Spanish. You just have to want to make space for it in your family.

  • For the family preserving their heritage.
  • For the parent discovering Spanish alongside their child.
  • For the family raising bilingual or multilingual children.
  • For the child who simply fell in love with Spanish.

In development

Spanish, wherever you go.

Real connection will always be at the heart of language learning. But hearing Spanish every day can help little learners build confidence and make the language part of their world.

That's why we're creating an app filled with stories, songs, conversations, and playful activities — a simple way to keep Spanish around, wherever life takes you.

Technology can create more chances to hear Spanish. Real people, real books, real conversations, and real experiences are what make it come alive.

Coming Soon
Hand-painted tablet and phone mockup with Spanish stories, songs, words, listening, and play activities

Coming soon ♡

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