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I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.

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I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.
Presidents' Day Spanish Emergent Reader Booklets - El Dia de los Presidentes
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Presidents' Day Spanish Emergent Reader Booklets - El Dia de los Presidentes

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Presidents' Day Spanish Emergent Reader Booklets - El Dia de los Presidentes - Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with President's Day such as government, constitution, first president George Washington, White House, etc. They then create their own version using the text only template. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. This item also includes suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Winter Clothing 2 Emergent Readers
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Winter Clothing 2 Emergent Readers

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Winter Clothing 2 Emergent Readers - Warm up to winter with these winter clothing booklets! Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words for clothing worn in winter. One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Words included jacket, mittens, scarf, boots, sweater, snow pants, and hat. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and clip art images. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Spanish Clothing 11 Question Responses and 12 Image IDs - La Ropa
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Spanish Clothing 11 Question Responses and 12 Image IDs - La Ropa

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Spanish Clothing 11 Question Responses and 12 Image IDs - La Ropa - Students respond to 11 "what do you wear..." questions that ask about different months, weather conditions or events such as a wedding, school dance or work. There are also 12 clothing clip art images for students to identity. A sample answer key is included, but answers will vary from student to student.
School Backpack Sketch and Label Activity / Class Objects
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School Backpack Sketch and Label Activity / Class Objects

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School Backpack Sketch and Label Activity - Students sketch and label things that they put in their backpacks for school. There is a vocabulary box at the bottom of the page to assist students. Sample items are classroom objects such as pencil, notebook, book, plus other items that students might put their backpacks such as sunglasses and bus tickets.
Spanish Family & Artist Botero's Bullfight Family Portrait 7 Questions
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Spanish Family & Artist Botero's Bullfight Family Portrait 7 Questions

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Combine grammar and family vocabulary with culture! This activity includes 7 questions about Colombian artist Fernando Botero's portrait of a bullfighting family. Students respond to questions about age, appearance, the career of the family members, clothing and even a question about the animals in the painting. Botero's unique style is sure to make him a favorite with your students! The answer key is included.
Spanish Family and Pets 18 Vocabulary IDs - La Familia
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Spanish Family and Pets 18 Vocabulary IDs - La Familia

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Spanish Family and Pets 18 Vocabulary IDs - La Familia - Students write the Spanish family or pet vocabulary word under each of the 18 pictures. When finished, the handout makes a nice review sheet as is or it could be cut apart later and used for flashcards. The answer key can be used for introducing and reviewing family and pets vocabulary. Both can be projected and used for the flyswatter game.
Spanish Formal Commands - 20 Uds. Sentence Translations with Adverbs
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Spanish Formal Commands - 20 Uds. Sentence Translations with Adverbs

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Spanish Formal Commands - 20 Uds. Sentence Translations with Adverbs - Students respond to 20 questions using Uds. commands and adverbs of time and then translate their responses to English. Sample: Podemos cocinar la cena esta noche? Sí, cocinen la cena esta noche. Yes, cook the dinner tonight. Sample adverbs of time include today, this morning, tonight, and soon. The answer key is included.
Spanish Family Matching Squares 2 Puzzles - 9 Square Basic Words
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Spanish Family Matching Squares 2 Puzzles - 9 Square Basic Words

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Spanish Family Matching Squares 2 Puzzles - 9 Square Basic Words - Students assemble a 3 x 3 bilingual Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with basic family words. There are 14 different words used in the puzzle. Words used are madre, padre, hermano, hermana, tío, tía, abuelo, abuela, bebé, mamá, papá, primo, prima, and familia. The 2 designs include 1 with no repeated words and no words on the outside border, and 1 with repeated words and words on the outside border for a more challenging puzzle. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. All words are listed twice alongside the puzzle in Spanish and English. This list is helpful when students are assembling the puzzles and also makes a good review list or bookmark.
Spanish Introductions, Greetings & Leave Takings - 3 Dialogues / Skits
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Spanish Introductions, Greetings & Leave Takings - 3 Dialogues / Skits

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Spanish Introductions, Greetings & Leave Takings - 3 Dialogues This item includes 3 introductions dialogues. Students fill in 24 blanks with words used in Spanish introductions, greetings and leave takings. Examples are: it's a pleasure, nice to meet you, this is my mom, etc. Students choose words from the word bank provided. After completing the dialogues, students can practice and present them for speaking practice. The answer key is included.
Spanish Ir A + Infinitive 10 Sentences with Adverbs of Time Worksheet
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Spanish Ir A + Infinitive 10 Sentences with Adverbs of Time Worksheet

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Spanish Ir A + Infinitive 10 Sentences with Adverbs of Time Worksheet - Students practice ir a + infinitive with verbs such as alquilar, limpiar, ir de compras, cocinar, dibujar, ir, and adverbs of time such as weekend, tonight, and days of the week. Most of the verbs are listed in English and Spanish and there is a vocabulary box with the adverbs of time. There is also an explanation of the difference between el + day of the week and los + day of the week. The answer key is included.
Spanish Feelings Vocabulary Reference English/Spanish and Spanish/English
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Spanish Feelings Vocabulary Reference English/Spanish and Spanish/English

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Spanish Feelings Vocabulary Reference English/Spanish and Spanish - This reference contains 5 questions to ask how are you and 26 different Spanish feelings words. There's a brief explanation about the difference between masculine and feminine adjective endings. One page contains Spanish to English feelings words and the other contains English to Spanish feelings words.
Spanish Food Grocery Bag Sketch and Label Activity
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Spanish Food Grocery Bag Sketch and Label Activity

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Spanish Food Grocery Bag Sketch and Label Activity - Students sketch and label on the grocery bag several of their favorite foods from the grocery store. Uses and ideas for this activity: 1. This is a great practice activity when Spanish foods are introduced. 2. Use as a back to school review of food vocabulary. 3. This is a fun speaking activity when students present their completed sketches to their classmates. 4. Decorate the hall or a bulletin with these colorful student creations. The download includes 2 slightly different versions. One contains the activity instructions in English and the other does not include instructions so the activity can be modified, if desired.
Spanish Preterit AR Verbs 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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Spanish Preterit AR Verbs 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Spanish Preterit AR Verbs 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with 24 common AR verbs. Sample words are: bailar, cantar, cambiar, pasar, trabajar, and nadar. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in Spanish and English. This can be used as a verbs bookmark and reference.
Spanish St. Patrick's Day Speech Bubble Creative Writing Activity
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Spanish St. Patrick's Day Speech Bubble Creative Writing Activity

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Spanish St. Patrick's Day Speech Bubble Creative Writing Activity - Students use their imaginations and creativity as they complete 6 different squares containing colorful characters and scenes related to St. Patrick's Day. The scenes vary from Leprechauns playing musical instruments to St. Patrick slaying snakes! Use this item as a homework assignment, a partner activity or project it and have students fill in the speech bubbles on the Smart Board.
Spanish Tener Expressions 15 Translations and 6 Image IDs Worksheet
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Spanish Tener Expressions 15 Translations and 6 Image IDs Worksheet

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Spanish Tener Expressions 15 Translations and 6 Image IDs Worksheet - Students translate 15 English to Spanish "tener expressions" sentence and identify 6 tener expression images. Examples of tener expressions included are: tener miedo, tener celos, tener suerte, tener sueno, tener hambre, tener sed, tener exito, and more. The answer key is included.
Spanish Numbers Or Any Language Numbers Activities - Scattered Numbers
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Spanish Numbers Or Any Language Numbers Activities - Scattered Numbers

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Spanish Numbers Or Any Language Numbers Activities - Scattered Numbers The download contains: 1. Scattered numbers from 0 - 20 in black and white, and in color 2. Random scattered numbers from 21 - 100 in black and white, and in color 3. Suggested activities These materials to projected in class for pronunciation practice and to play the flyswatter game on the screen. They can also be used as a student number word writing activity. Finally, student pairs can compete to be the first to touch or mark with a pencil or marker the number that you say. These can be laminated and used for years!
Spanish Noche de Brujas Booklet & Presentation / Halloween Booklet
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Spanish Noche de Brujas Booklet & Presentation / Halloween Booklet

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2 Spanish Noche de Brujas Booklets and Presentation / Spanish Halloween Booklet - Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Noche de Brujas words. This item also includes suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the Noche de Brujas Booklet that contains Spanish text and illustrations of items associated with Halloween such as bruja, fantasma, murcielago, etc. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sketching these items and will share them enthusiastically with their classmates and family members! The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the Noche de Brujas vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Spanish Me Gusta el Invierno Booklets - I Like Winter Booklets
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Spanish Me Gusta el Invierno Booklets - I Like Winter Booklets

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2 Spanish Me Gusta el Invierno Booklets - Students first cut, assemble and read the Spanish Me Gusta el Invierno Booklet that contains text and illustrations of winter things that students like such as sledding, skating, snowmen, snow angels, snow houses, tobogganing and skating. Me gusta is repeated 8 times so students learn the phrase quickly and easily. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sketching the winter items and will want to share their creations with their classmates and family members! Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish winter activity words. This item also includes suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the winter activity vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Spanish Mother's Day 2 Booklets - El Día de la Madre
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Spanish Mother's Day 2 Booklets - El Día de la Madre

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Spanish Mother's Day 2 Booklets - El Día de la Madre - Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish words associated with Mother's Day such as hugs, kisses, jewelry, flowers, ice cream, chocolates and heart. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Spanish Opposites 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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Spanish Opposites 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Spanish Opposites 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 vocabulary puzzle with 32 common Spanish adjectives and adverbs opposites words. Students match Spanish opposites words. Sample opposites words are: abierto/cerrado, claro/oscuro, grande/pequeño, lento/rápido, and nuevo/viejo. There are 16 sets of opposites. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in Spanish and English. This can be used as Spanish opposites vocabulary bookmark and reference.