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Whistlefritz, a Spanish program for kids, was created by a mom of preschoolers whom she is trying to raise bi-lingually. The program emphasizes learning a second language in early childhood because it offers a lifetime of benefits. Whistlefritz‘s success is based on these key elements:
1) Expose children to a second language early when the brain is most receptive to language developement.
2) Skip the translation!
3) Teach children a second language using “immersion.”
4) Expose children to a second language as spoken by native speakers.
5) Repetition is key to language learning.
6) Offer an immersion program that is compelling and kid-friendly!
The Whistlefritz‘s DVDs and CD are filled with entertaining songs, stories and characters. My son enjoyed the music and seemed “immersed” into the theme of the Spanish language. They have won a variety of awards… the 2008 iParenting Media award, The National Parenting Center’s 2008 Seal of Approval, 2008 Parents’ Choice Approved Award, and KIDS FIRST!
“¡A Bailar! Let’s Dance! is a collection of dance-able, sing-able, toe-tapping Spanish melodies for kids of all ages. Upbeat Latin rhythms help children learn the Spanish words for letters, numbers, colors, parts of the body, directions, activities, and more! ¡A Bailar! Let’s Dance! includes popular traditional children’s songs as well as original compositions by award-winning Latin American musical artist, Jorge Anaya. Songs introduce children to both Spanish vocabulary and a variety of Latin music as they sing and dance along to a playful mix of salsa, merengue, corrido, cumbia, ranchera, rumba, and more!
This collection of memorable music will appeal to kids and grown-ups alike and, best of all, it makes learning Spanish simple and fun!”
“In the award-winning DVD, Los Animales, children explore the world of animals and sounds, and get treated to a few surprises along the way. Young children will giggle with glee at this motley group of animals, including a timid elephant who gets chased out of town by a little gray mouse, a witty dog who can mimic the sounds of his farm friends, and a mischievous donkey who stirs up a hullabaloo in the barnyard! These playful puppets will have your kids up on their feet dancing and singing along to beloved Spanish-language folksongs, Los Pollitos and Vengan a Ver Mi Granja.
This Spanish DVD gives children an ideal introduction to Spanish, through skits, dance, song, and play. Children learn the names and sounds of animals in Spanish.
The Translation Guide provides an easy reference for parents who are first-time learners of Spanish. The guide lists words as they appear for the first time in the program.”
Whistlefritz is giving one lucky Does Mommy Love It? reader the chance to win a a set of DVDs and a CD! To enter, simply visit Whistlefritz. For additional entries:
1) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.
2) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? and then leave a comment stating you did so.
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Contest ends March 10th, 2009 Midnight.
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I like that they believe in total immersion. There are no English translations. Everything is in Spanish. Thanks for the chance.
February 17th, 2009
I am a subscriber.
February 17th, 2009
I visited Whistlefritz, and see that they won the “Wins iParenting Media Award.” Yay! I’m so envious of people who can speak more than one language. I’d love these products.
February 17th, 2009
I’m an email subscriber, and just received an email about this giveaway.
February 17th, 2009
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February 17th, 2009
i visited – looks great!
February 17th, 2009
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February 17th, 2009
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February 17th, 2009
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February 17th, 2009
my daughter wants my granddaughter to learn spanish and this may be just what they need to get the job done
February 18th, 2009
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February 18th, 2009
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February 18th, 2009
great site. would be a great companion to my son’s spanish classes at school
February 18th, 2009
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February 18th, 2009
Wow! What a great way to teach Spanish. My four year old loves to learn Spanish and picks it up so easily. I agree with Whistlefritz that foreign language skills are helpful for overall language skills – absolutely!
February 18th, 2009
Also, I’m an (email) subscriber!
February 18th, 2009
Love it – and I think I could learn too!
February 18th, 2009
I subscribe
February 18th, 2009
I follow on twitter – phxbne
February 18th, 2009
I love their philosophy…”Focus on Fun! Our philosophy of language learning is simple: children are naturally curious, they enjoy learning languages, and they love to have fun! If a language program is stimulating enough to engage a child’s sense of curiosity and entertaining enough to fulfill a child’s sense of fun, then the learning will happen naturally.”
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February 18th, 2009
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February 18th, 2009
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February 18th, 2009
My grandson can so use this. He is 7 now and his dad is from Mexico yet he speaks no Spanish. While at the same time my granddaughter who is only 4 can count to 20 in Spanish. I think this wonderful program would interest him in learning. Thank you so much!
February 18th, 2009
I’m a subscriber.
February 18th, 2009
I follow on Twitter,kewpiedoll04
February 18th, 2009
Great product. Thanks for the giveaway!
February 18th, 2009
I subscribe to your feed using live bookmarks.
February 18th, 2009
Great site and its so important for kids to learn a second language.
February 18th, 2009
I’m an email subscriber.
February 18th, 2009
I have your button.
February 18th, 2009
this would be perfect for my 20 month olds, they just adore language. what a great product!
March 3rd, 2009
I was in an immersion program when I was little and it really helped me, this would be awesome for my little one!
March 10th, 2009
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March 10th, 2009
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March 10th, 2009
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March 10th, 2009
I like that they believe in total immersion.
March 11th, 2009
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