Spanish 4 — Recorded (No Live Interaction)

Spanish 4 — Recorded (No Live Interaction)

Spanish 4 introduces students to gentle, thoughtful grammar instruction, following the method historically used in Charlotte Mason schools for the study of modern languages.

In this level, students continue to grow in fluency and comprehension while beginning to notice how the language works, using our carefully translated and adapted version of Otto Siepmann’s Primary French Course—originally used in Charlotte Mason schools from the fourth year of French through high school, and thoughtfully adapted by our team for the study of Spanish.

This is a recording-only course, with lessons released gradually.

Who Is Spanish 4 For?

Spanish 4 is best for:

• Students who have completed Spanish 3
• Learners who are reading simple Spanish with growing confidence
• Students ready to begin formal grammar instruction in a gentle, meaningful way
• Charlotte Mason families seeking a historically grounded approach to language study

Recommended ages:

• Upper elementary (approximately ages 9–12)

Junior high and high school students may also enroll in Spanish 4. Families at these levels may wish to purchase the optional homework assignments (sold separately) to supplement the video lessons and provide additional practice and accountability.

Course Structure

• 60 total video lessons
• 3 trimesters
• 10 weeks per trimester
• 2 lessons per week
• Each lesson is 10–15 minutes

Lessons remain short and focused, in keeping with Charlotte Mason’s emphasis on attention and steady progress.

Course Release Schedule

• Lessons are released gradually throughout the course
• 2 new video lessons are posted each week

Families who enroll after the course has begun will receive immediate access to all recordings posted so far and may move through the lessons at their own pace, while continuing to receive newly released lessons.

What We Use to Teach (Spanish 4)

In Spanish 4, instruction is centered on:

• Our translation and adaptation of Otto Siepmann’s Primary French Course
• Short, structured grammar lessons presented within meaningful language
• Continued reading, oral practice, and narration
• Living examples rather than isolated drills
• Living books

Grammar is introduced carefully and purposefully, always serving comprehension and expression—not memorization for its own sake.

Our Teaching Philosophy

Grammar is not taught as an abstract system, but as a tool for clarity and understanding.

Lessons emphasize:

• Observation of language patterns
• Clear, simple explanations
• Application within real sentences
• Continued emphasis on spoken and written language together
• Confidence before correctness

This approach reflects Charlotte Mason’s conviction that grammar should arise naturally from language already known and loved, rather than being taught prematurely.

Flexible & Family-Friendly

Because this is a recorded course, families may:

• Watch lessons on their own schedule
• Pause, replay, or review as needed
• Move more slowly or more quickly depending on readiness
• Use the course with more than one child in the home

Junior high and high school students may benefit from adding the optional homework assignments (sold separately) for extended practice.

What This Course Is Not

• Not rushed
• Not worksheet-heavy
• Not disconnected from living language

Spanish 4 introduces grammar with care and purpose, maintaining continuity with the living, literary approach of earlier levels.

A Classical Transition Into Grammar

Spanish 4 offers a historically grounded, Charlotte Mason–faithful transition into grammar—rooted in living language, classic methods, and thoughtful progression—preparing students for continued study at the upper levels.

Important Note About Enrollment

Please note that all sales are final.

Because this course provides immediate access to recorded content, we do not offer refunds.

We encourage families to read the course description carefully and reach out with any questions before enrolling to be sure this course is the right fit for your child and homeschool.

Course Release Schedule:

This is a growing course. We will be adding 2 new video lessons each week until the course is complete. Once released, lessons will remain available to you permanently.