Extend and challenge:
After mastering flashcards, ask questions about the pictures, causing Spanish phrases to come from your student, instead of just single words:
Do you like it? (¿Te gusta?)
How many? (¿Cuánto?)
What color? (¿Cuál color?)
What is it like? (¿Cómo es?)
Surprise your child with a Spanish phrase or command when he doesn’t expect it. Say gracias more often, and de nada to his “thank you.” Even without correction, hearing Spanish helps him to be more comfortable when it comes time to say it.