This innovative workbook is cutting edge, combining both audio and visual learning techniques, offering a fun experience for all types of learners. A first in a series, this workbook presents children the opportunity to learn vocabulary, including the alphabet and keywords and phrases while writing, speaking, and watching fun interactive videos via QR codes.

Children will not only learn the proper pronunciation of words and phrases, they will be introduced to Vinny, Michelle’s school main character, Vinny the cat, while cheering along and mimicking Michelle’s fun phrases and keywords

Michelle Ruiz is the founder and Director of Espáñate. Michelle was born in Malaga, Spain, and has aspired to teach and work with children for as long as she can remember. In 2005, Michelle earned a Bachelors Degree in Education at the University of Málaga.

Following her graduation, Michelle taught children of various ages both English and Spanish. Her passion and success at teaching languages come down to her unique technique of combining immersion and repetition while engaging children with games, music, and role play. Michelle’s dream is for her books to bring smiles and the love of language to children around the world. Michelle, and Vinny the Cat, live between Málaga, Spain, and the United States where her company, Espáñate teaches Spanish in preschools, nurseries, public and charter schools throughout New York.