This Mother’s Day, let’s make it about YOU! 🎉
Let’s make this so easy that you can teach these phrases before you even finish your cold coffee—but useful enough they stick throughout the whole year!! Because we don’t need more to-do lists or lists of random vocab, we need quick wins that actually make life better.
We’re keeping it simple! Just a few Spanish phrases that slide right into our chaotic, beautiful, snack-filled mom lives—phrases you can start using today and keep using forever.
At Homeschool Languages, we believe language learning should fit into our real lives—right alongside trying to pee alone, negotiating with a tiny human about why chocolate isn’t breakfast, and finding sippy cups in places they absolutely should not be. Holidays are the perfect excuse to introduce words that actually matter, ones you’ll use long after the celebration ends.
By the end of the year, we won’t just know a few scattered words—we’ll have 100+ phrases living in our homes, rolling off our tongues like we were born bilingual... #livingthedream. Say hello to a bilingual household!
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Phrase #1: “Un abrazo, por favor.” (A hug, please.)
Why it’s useful: Because hugs are a universal love language, and every mom deserves more of them!
This phrase is a sweet and simple way to encourage connection, affection, and warmth in your home—not just on Mother’s Day, but every day.
How to start using it today: Ask your child for a hug using “Un abrazo, por favor.” If they forget, just open your arms and repeat the phrase—it’ll stick quickly! Turn it into a game—see who can give the most hugs throughout the day.
How to keep it going after Mother’s Day: Make this part of our daily routine—before bedtime, when saying goodbye, or whenever someone needs a little extra love. Soon, your child will start saying it to you first!
Phrase #2: “Gracias por todo.” (Thank you for everything.)
Why it’s useful: Because moms do a lot, and it’s nice to be appreciated.
Gratitude is a habit, and this phrase helps kids (and grown-ups!) express thankfulness in a natural, meaningful way.
How to start using it today: When your child hands you a card or a handmade gift, say “Gracias por todo” and encourage them to repeat it. Use it at mealtime, after a delicious meal prepared by Mom. Make it a habit—whenever you recognize someone’s efforts, say “Gracias por todo.”
How to keep it going after Mother’s Day: Use this phrase anytime someone does something kind—after meals, when someone helps with chores, or just to spread gratitude throughout our homes.
Phrase #3: “Vamos a descansar.” (Let’s rest.)
Why it’s useful: Because sometimes, the best gift a mom can get is a break.
Rest is important, and this phrase helps create a culture where slowing down is normal and encouraged.
How to start using it today: Announce “Vamos a descansar” when it’s time for quiet time or a family movie. Encourage kids to say it when they notice you need a break (they will pick up on it!). Make it part of your bedtime routine—say it before winding down for the night.
How to keep it going after Mother’s Day: Use this phrase whenever it’s time to recharge—whether it’s a nap, quiet reading time, or just a deep breath after a long day for all of us. Normalize rest for everyone in your home!
How These Phrases Fit Into Our Holiday Series
At Homeschool Languages, we use holidays as a way to introduce meaningful, everyday phrases that stick.
Each holiday introduces a few words, and they don’t disappear afterward—they stay in our homes, building over time. By the end of the year, you’ll have hundreds of phrases woven into your daily life—just by adding a few at a time.
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Want to keep going? Grab our first free lessons and start building Spanish into your home, one phrase at a time! 👉 Download a sneak peek of the lessons here!
🌿 French ✅ “Un câlin, s’il te plaît.” (A hug, please.) ✅ “Merci pour tout.” (Thank you for everything.) ✅ “Reposons-nous.” (Let’s rest.)
🌱 German ✅ “Eine Umarmung, bitte.” (A hug, please.) ✅ “Danke für alles.” (Thank you for everything.) ✅ “Lass uns ausruhen.” (Let’s rest.)
🌍 Portuguese ✅ “Um abraço, por favor.” (A hug, please.) ✅ “Obrigado por tudo.” (Thank you for everything.) ✅ “Vamos descansar.” (Let’s rest.)
🌎 Italian ✅ “Un abbraccio, per favore.” (A hug, please.) ✅ “Grazie di tutto.” (Thank you for everything.) ✅ “Ripossiamoci.” (Let’s rest.)
No matter which language you’re learning, these simple, everyday phrases will make it part of your home—starting today!
Want more? Our Holiday Series introduces everyday phrases with each celebration so you can naturally add them into your family’s routine all year long.
Start small, stay consistent, and watch the language grow! 🌱
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