Risas y Sonrisas is a unique and simple-to-use instructional program for teaching Spanish to kids at the elementary school level and beyond. Materials include posters, picture & word flashcards, bingo and matching domino games, Music CD, Interactive CD-ROM, Sign and Sing DVD, Teacher's Manual, Colorful Student Book and much more...
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
I have been offering the Spanish curriculum to schools since 1998
What is your primary product or service?
Complete Spanish Curriculum for Elementary Schools that provides teachers and students with all the materials needed to have effective lessons. It stimulates teaching and learning using different learning styles.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I was a Spanish Instructor for 12 years and realized the great need for Spanish Instruction materials for children. I developed a program that is creative, colorful and all the pieces connect with each other to incorporate music, sign language, games, visual aids and movement. My mission was to help students retain the information learned in a short period of time while enjoying learning.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Because I was a teacher, I created the dream of other teachers...to not have to spend time preparing for their classes. The curriculum has everything they need, even if they have no previous experience teaching Spanish.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
There are 2 school districts in Austin using the curriculum with parent volunteers and other schools using it afterschool and during school time. The program is offered around the country in schools and through independent instructors who own their business offering classes.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We do not offer classes in our location. However we can provide people who are interested with a list of schools and instructors who offer classes in their area.
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, MC, American Express, Discover and Paypal
Which areas do you service?
Through my website I have reached interested customers all over the US and some other countries.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I do - Leticia Smith
What are your hours of operation?
Please send and email for more information or call at regular business hours.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The kids are learning so much Spanish...they love their Spanish class!
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Do to others as you would like done to you.