The Magic of Learning Vowels in Spanish: Bilingual Activity Books That Make It Fun for Kids

Why vowels are the perfect starting point in your child’s Spanish learning journey, and how our bestselling book Fun Vowels and Colours in Spanish - Vocales y Colores divertidos en Español helps make it joyful and effective.

When teaching Spanish to young children, one of the most important and effective ways to begin is with vowels. These five simple letters — A, E, I, O, U — are the building blocks of the language. At El Recreo Spanish, we’ve created a beautiful, playful activity book called “Las Vocales” to help children master vowels while having fun, and today we’re sharing why it’s such a powerful place to start.

Why are vowels so important in Spanish?

In English, vowels can have multiple pronunciations depending on the word (“a” sounds different in “cat” and “cake”). But in Spanish, each vowel has just one clear and consistent sound — and this makes reading and speaking much easier for early learners.

For example:

• A = “ah” (as in papá)

• E = “eh” (as in mesa)

• I = “ee” (as in vino)

• O = “oh” (as in oso)

• U = “oo” (as in luna)

When children master these sounds early, they gain confidence in pronunciation, spelling, and early reading. Vowels also appear in nearly every word, making them the perfect foundation for vocabulary building.

Introducing Las Vocales: A Fun way to learn

Our bilingual activity book Vocales y Colores Divertidos en Español is one of our most loved resources and with good reason. Designed for children ages 3 to 7, it introduces each vowel one at a time through colourful pages, engaging illustrations, and includes a QR code full of fun songs and videos for learning. 

Inside the book, children will:

• Trace and colour each vowel

• Match words with vowel sounds

• Practice identifying letters in real words

• Enjoy fun vocabulary words with animals, objects, and characters

• Hear the pronunciation through songs (available in our downloadable bonus)

• Learn about the colours, fruits and even exotic fruits!

This book was created by a native Spanish educator and is aligned with early childhood learning standards. It’s perfect for families raising bilingual children, nurseries, or schools looking for Spanish preschool resources.

Designed for Parents, Educators, and Bilingual Families

Whether you're a parent trying to keep Spanish alive at home or a teacher looking for creative classroom resources, Fun Vowels and Colours in Spanish  - Vocales y Colores Divertidos en Español fits beautifully into any setting.

Parents love it because it’s:

• Easy to follow

• Visually engaging

• Useful for children who are just beginning to speak or read

Teachers love it because it’s:

• Printable and reusable

• Aligned with core early literacy goals

• Great for classroom activities, homework, or home learning packs

Many families use it alongside our original Spanish songs on YouTube to reinforce auditory learning with rhythm and fun.

More Spanish Books to Explore

In addition to Fun Vowels and Colours in Spanish - Vocales y Colores Divertidos en Español, El Recreo Spanish offers a full collection of bilingual activity books, including:

• Fun Math in Spanish – numbers, shapes, and pre-writing for ages 3–7 get yours here

•  Cirilo Explora Colombia  – A Spanish story book for curious kids ages 2–10 get yours here

   Each book is made with care, tested with real children in our classes, and supports both language and cultural identity.

Did You Know?

Children who start learning vowels early in Spanish develop reading fluency up to 30% faster than those who begin with random vocabulary.

And when learning is paired with music or movement, it activates more areas of the brain, helping with memory and emotional engagement.

That’s why we always encourage parents and teachers to start with vowels — they’re simple, rhythmic, and set the stage for success. Listen to las vocales El Recreo Spanish song 

Get Your Copy ofFun Vowels and Colours in Spanish - Vocales y Colores Divertidos en Español,  Today

If you’re looking for a simple, effective way to help your child or students fall in love with Spanish, start with vowels — and start with Las Vocales.

Click here to buy it 

Includes free songs and pronunciation guides.

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