Spanish Resources

Recommended Spanish resources to keep learning outside the classroom.

Learning Spanish does not end when the class finishes. One of the best ways to improve your level is to expose yourself to real Spanish content on a regular basis.

Below you will find a selection of Spanish TV programs, radio, books and official resources that I often recommend to my students. All of them help you improve your listening skills, vocabulary, cultural knowledge and overall confidence in Spanish.

TV Shows, Series and Films

Watching Spanish TV shows and series is an excellent way to get used to real pronunciation, natural expressions and everyday vocabulary. RTVE Play is a public Spanish platform with a lot of free content.

RTVE Play – https://www.rtve.es/play/
Free access (registration required). A wide variety of programs, documentaries, series and films.
Españoles en el mundo – https://www.rtve.es/play/videos/espanoles-en-el-mundo/
A great program to learn about Spanish people living abroad, different accents and cultural topics.
Cuéntame cómo pasó – https://www.rtve.es/play/videos/cuentame-como-paso/
A long-running Spanish historical drama that offers rich everyday vocabulary and cultural context from the 1960s onwards.
La Caza – https://www.rtve.es/play/videos/la-caza/
A suspenseful modern crime drama with natural, contemporary dialogue, useful for intermediate and advanced learners.

Radio and News

Listening to the radio is perfect for improving comprehension, especially if you don’t have time to watch videos. News programs are also very useful to learn formal language.

Radio 5 – News (RTVE) – https://www.rtve.es/play/radio/radio-5/
Short news programs with clear pronunciation. Ideal for intermediate and advanced students.

Books

Reading is one of the best ways to expand vocabulary and understand sentence structure. These books are interesting and accessible for learners.

Crímenes Ilustrados – https://crimenesilustrados.com/
Short crime stories with illustrations. Very engaging and perfect for reading in Spanish.
Spanish History for Dummies – https://www.amazon.es/Historia-España-Dummies
A clear and accessible introduction to Spanish history, recommended for students interested in culture and society.

Other Useful Resources

These resources are especially useful for students preparing official exams or looking for extra practice.

CCSE Exam Official Material (Instituto Cervantes) – Official CCSE manual (PDF)
Essential material for students preparing the Spanish nationality exam.
CCSE Practice App (Android) – Google Play
CCSE Practice App (iOS) – App Store