This 3-page file includes: ~A cultural reading that explains the history and conventions around the important 15th birthday celebrations of the Quinceañera. The reading includes a short glossary of specialized vocabulary up top. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Vocabulary includes: la quinceañera la misa tiara los padrinos el chambelán Great for Hispanic heritage month or simply an adjunct to beginner level Spanish courses.

This reading describes the history and cultural significance of Semana Santa / Holy Week in Spain. It describes the passion play in detail and includes particular Spanish vocabulary which is featured up top in a glossary. The reading is followed by seven short answer reading comprehension questions. This reading makes for a great cultural component to your class, particularly for those students who are beginners to the Spanish language. Includes an answer key. Editable word file. NOTE: This reading is in English, I offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store as well.

This 3-page file includes: ~A cultural reading on Hannukah. It discusses: the meaning behind the Hannukah celebration, how it is carried out, popular foods eaten at this time of year, the types of gifts given to children during the celebration and finally the dreidl and its cultural significance. The reading includes a glossary of specialized Hebrew/Yiddish vocabulary. ~A second page with nine reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key.

This 3-page file includes: ~A cultural reading on the food associated with Day of the dead or Día de los Muertos celebrated annually in Mexico at the beginning of November. It includes one paragraph each on: Pan de muerto, Calaveras, Mole y Sopa Azteca. The reading also includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~Worksheet with nine comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key. This reading makes for a great cultural addition to beginner Spanish classes for the Day of the Dead!