Spring-Themed Spanish Vocabulary for Young Learners

Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and discovery—making it a wonderful time to introduce children to new vocabulary in Spanish. Whether through Montessori-inspired nature walks, hands-on activities, or seasonal celebrations like Easter and Día del Niño, spring offers many opportunities to connect language learning with real-world experiences.

This guide provides spring-themed Spanish words and phrases related to nature, weather, animals, Easter, and outdoor activities, helping young learners expand their vocabulary in an engaging and meaningful way.

1. Nature and Weather Vocabulary

Springtime is full of changes in nature, making it a perfect season to teach weather-related and nature words.

English	Spanish
Spring	La primavera
Sun	El sol
Rain	La lluvia
Rainbow	El arcoíris
Cloud	La nube
Wind	El viento
Thunder	El trueno
Lightning	El relámpago
Sky	El cielo
Breeze	La brisa
Warm	Cálido/a
Cool	Fresco/a

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Weather Observation Journal: Encourage children to observe and record the daily weather using their new Spanish vocabulary.

• Outdoor Nature Walk: As you explore, name and point out different elements of nature in Spanish.

  
  

2. Plants and Flowers Vocabulary

Spring is a time of blooming flowers and growing plants. Learning plant-related words can be paired with gardening activities and outdoor exploration.

English	Spanish
Flower	La flor
Tree	El árbol
Leaf	La hoja
Grass	El césped / La hierba
Garden	El jardín
Seed	La semilla
Soil	La tierra
Root	La raíz
Stem	El tallo
Bud	El capullo
Bloom	La floración
To grow	Crecer

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Plant a Small Garden: Have children plant flowers or herbs, labeling them with Spanish names.

• Flower Matching Game: Show real flowers or pictures and have children match them with their Spanish names.

  
  

3. Animals of Spring Vocabulary

Spring brings baby animals, birds chirping, and insects buzzing. Young learners love learning animal names—especially when they can see them in real life.

English	Spanish
Bird	El pájaro
Butterfly	La mariposa
Bee	La abeja
Ladybug	La mariquita
Ant	La hormiga
Caterpillar	La oruga
Frog	La rana
Duck	El pato
Rabbit	El conejo
Sheep	La oveja
Squirrel	La ardilla
Chick	El pollito

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Animal Movements: Assign each child an animal and have them move like that animal while saying its name in Spanish.

• Insect Observation: Use magnifying glasses to observe insects in nature and practice saying their names.

  
  

4. Easter and Holy Week Vocabulary

For Catholic Montessori families, Easter and Holy Week (Semana Santa) offer rich traditions and spiritual lessons. These words help children connect faith and language learning.

English	Spanish
Easter	La Pascua
Holy Week	La Semana Santa
Cross	La cruz
Resurrection	La resurrección
Church	La iglesia
Angel	El ángel
Lamb	El cordero
Candle	La vela
Prayer	La oración
Egg	El huevo
Basket	La canasta
To celebrate	Celebrar

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Resurrection Story Matching: Read the Easter story in simple Spanish phrases, pairing words with illustrations.

• Easter Egg Hunt with Spanish Clues: Write clues in Spanish for an egg hunt to practice reading comprehension.

  
  

5. Outdoor Play and Activities Vocabulary

Spring is a time for outdoor adventures and active play. These words help children describe their favorite activities.

English	Spanish
To play	Jugar
To run	Correr
To jump	Saltar
To climb	Trepar
To walk	Caminar
Playground	El parque infantil
Swing	El columpio
Slide	El tobogán
Bicycle	La bicicleta
Kite	La cometa
Soccer	El fútbol
Ball	La pelota

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Action Word Game: Say a word (e.g., "Saltar") and have children do the action to reinforce learning.

• Outdoor Scavenger Hunt: Create a checklist of outdoor items (e.g., una flor roja, una mariposa, un árbol alto) for children to find.

  
  

6. Simple Spanish Springtime Phrases

Encourage conversation by introducing simple sentences that children can use in everyday interactions.

English	Spanish
It is spring!	¡Es primavera!
The flowers are blooming.	Las flores están floreciendo.
The sun is shining.	El sol está brillando.
The birds are singing.	Los pájaros están cantando.
I see a butterfly!	¡Veo una mariposa!
Let’s go outside!	¡Vamos afuera!
I like to play in the garden.	Me gusta jugar en el jardín.
I love spring!	¡Me encanta la primavera!

Montessori-Inspired Activity:

• Daily Phrase Practice: Start the day by asking, "¿Qué ves afuera?" ("What do you see outside?") and have children respond using their new vocabulary.

• Role-Playing Conversations: Create simple dialogues about spring activities to encourage speaking practice.

  
  

Making Spanish Learning a Natural Part of Spring

Spring is a season of growth, renewal, and discovery—a perfect time for young learners to expand their Spanish vocabulary in a hands-on, immersive way. By integrating these words into real-life experiences like nature walks, Easter celebrations, gardening, and outdoor play, children will naturally absorb and retain their new language skills.

The Montessori approach encourages language learning through meaningful, real-world interactions. So whether it’s naming a flower, describing the weather, or singing a Spanish springtime song, every small moment of connection makes a difference.

¡Feliz primavera y feliz aprendizaje! (Happy spring and happy learning!)