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Full time teacher since 2003. I specialize in fun readings and worksheets.

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Full time teacher since 2003. I specialize in fun readings and worksheets.
Ir and Ser in Preterite Tense Worksheet (2 pages)
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Ir and Ser in Preterite Tense Worksheet (2 pages)

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This 4-page file includes: ~A 2-page worksheet with four sections on practising ir/ser in the preterit tense. students must fill in the chart of conjugations students must complete 10 gap fill sentences and give English translations students must fill in the missing verbs to complete a short paragraph students must translate five sentences into Spanish. ~Answer key (2 pages) Editable word file
Cinco de Mayo - Hispanic Cultural Reading in English
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Cinco de Mayo - Hispanic Cultural Reading in English

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This is English language reading discusses the history and importance of Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations. The reading includes a reading comprehension question. This is a great complement to beginner Spanish classes or Hispanic Heritage month.
Federico García Lorca Biography: Spanish Biography on Poet Garcia Lorca
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Federico García Lorca Biography: Spanish Biography on Poet Garcia Lorca

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish biography about the life of Spanish poet Federico García Lorca. It discusses his childhood, education, personal life, all of his major works and his death during the Spanish Civil War. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 8 reading comprehension questions in Spanish based on the reading. ~Answer key. This reading is a great compliment to any unit on Spanish history and writers. Level: mostly past tenses
Spanish Reading on Daily Routines: Rutinas / Verbos Reflexivos Lectura
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Spanish Reading on Daily Routines: Rutinas / Verbos Reflexivos Lectura

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This Spanish reading includes descriptions of 4 people’s daily routines. Verbs are conjugated in the present tense in the yo, él and ellos forms. Includes many reflexive verbs and examples of time. Includes 12 reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. Answer key included. Ideal for reviewing reflexive verbs! Editable word file. Activity idea: After reading, have students underline all the reflexive verbs they find, then have them discuss their own family’s daily routines or write about it for homework.r write about it for homework.
Das Essen Lesung: Easy German Reading on Food
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Das Essen Lesung: Easy German Reading on Food

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This easy German reading includes descriptions of three young people’s eating habits: cooking with family, eating out and being a vegetarian. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for beginner learners to review basic vocabulary! Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own eating and cooking habits in class or write about it for homework.
Spanish Passive Voice Reading + Handout and Worksheet : La voz pasiva
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Spanish Passive Voice Reading + Handout and Worksheet : La voz pasiva

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This 5-page file includes: ~A Spanish language reading shows students the passive voice in context. It includes three short paragraphs with news articles from a fictitious newspaper. Each article features examples of the passive voice. Includes 8 true/false reading comprehension questions. ~A handout explaining the passive voice and how it is formed in Spanish. ~A worksheet with 15 fill in the blanks for students to practice the passive voice. ~Answer keys
German English Cognates Reading: Die Familie Schneider / Text (DaF)
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German English Cognates Reading: Die Familie Schneider / Text (DaF)

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This 3-page file includes: (100% in German) ~A simple German reading including 20 German English cognates for beginner students to learn to recognize them. The story talks about all the members of the Schneider family their likes and dislikes, appearance, hobbies etc. The reading includes 12 comprehension questions. ~The same reading but with the cognates highlighted for context. ~Answer key Level: present tense only
La technologie moderne Lecture en Français: French Technology Reading
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La technologie moderne Lecture en Français: French Technology Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A fun French reading where Robert talks about his own habits around modern technology and those of three members of his family. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 8 comprehension questions based on the reading and 2 questions on how the students relate to modern technology to initiate discussion in class. ~Answer key. Includes vocabulary around cell phone use, tablets, computers and video games. Level: present tense only Includes both PDF and word file
La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)
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La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading on traditional Latin American dishes. It begins with a brief history of ingredients traditionally used throughout the region before and after the Spanish came to the Americas. It also includes one paragraph each on: ceviche, enchiladas and carnitas. A large glossary of new food words is included. ~A worksheet with 7 comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. Level: Low intermediate This is a wonderful complement to any unit on Latin American food and culture. It can also be enjoyed on its own.
Ma Famille Lecture - My Family Beginner French Reading
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Ma Famille Lecture - My Family Beginner French Reading

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This French reading is about a young 16-year-old boy from France now living in California. The focus of the reading is on reviewing family vocabulary and talking about yourself. There are 2 versions of the reading for differentiated learning: ~One reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary, 8 true/false reading comprehension questions in English and a French writing prompt. ~One reading is 100% in French with 8 true/false reading comprehension questions in French and a French writing prompt. Answer key included.
Au Centre Ville Lecture en Français: French Reading on Places Around Town
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Au Centre Ville Lecture en Français: French Reading on Places Around Town

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This easy French reading is a script between three friends that run into each other doing errands around town. They discuss where they are going and where they have been and their plans for that night. Students can see prepositions in context regarding places around town. (à la/au etc.) Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. Includes 2 versions of the reading, with 10 true/false questions in English OR French for differentiated learning. Answer key included. Activity idea: Put students in groups of three to read the script and then have them talk about where around town they are headed this week. Vocab includes: la rue le coiffeur le rendez-vous la banque le parc la bibliothèque le cinéma l’aéroport
Me duele Lectura: Spanish Reading on Sickness and Injury with Body Parts (doler)
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Me duele Lectura: Spanish Reading on Sickness and Injury with Body Parts (doler)

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This reading describes three young peoples experience with various accidents, illnesses and pain. One person has a virus, one person had an accident skateboarding and broke his arm and one person has a headache. Ideal for students to review health vocabulary and how to use the verb doler. The reading is followed by 8 comprehension questions. Answer key included. Level:in present and preterite tenses Vocabulary includes: fiebre virus accidente le duele la cabeza me duele la garganta brazo roto romper me resfrío me caí
French Subject Pronouns Review Worksheet: Les Pronoms Sujet
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French Subject Pronouns Review Worksheet: Les Pronoms Sujet

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This beginner French worksheet/quiz includes four separate sections for students to review subject pronouns: Fill in the blank to complete the subject pronouns chart Matching section between English and French Identifying pronouns as singular or plural Short answer translation English to French of pronouns Editable Word file Answer key included.
La Quinceañera Lectura ~ Mexican Birthday Party Spanish Reading
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La Quinceañera Lectura ~ Mexican Birthday Party Spanish Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A beginner level reading in the first person about a quinceañera on her 15th birthday describing her party. Also covered is the religious and cultural significance of this event. ~A glossary of new vocabulary ~A worksheet with 8 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short exercise where students create an invitation to their own birthday party! ~Answer key Editable file.
Semana Santa y Pascua Lectura ~ Holy Week and Easter Spanish Reading
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Semana Santa y Pascua Lectura ~ Holy Week and Easter Spanish Reading

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This reading has two paragraphs. The first one is written from the first-person perspective of a teenage girl living in Sevilla, Spain during Holy Week and discusses how she and her family are celebrating. The second paragraph discusses the various holidays around this period including Ash Wednesday, Lent, Easter Sunday etc. The reading includes a glossary of specialized Easter vocabulary and 6 reading comprehension questions in Spanish. Level: Upper Beginner Includes answer key.
Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)
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Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A fun reading where students learn to recognize tú command forms by way of a recipe for cooking! Pedro and his girlfriend are trying a new recipe from her grandmother. Reading includes a lot of new food vocab. ~A worksheet page with reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Vocab includes: la espinaca el calabacín la cebolla los champiñones las especias los fideos los trozos cocina pon corta hornea mezcla Level: Intermediate
Spanish Tú Commands Worksheet: Negatives and Affirmatives (Mandatos)
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Spanish Tú Commands Worksheet: Negatives and Affirmatives (Mandatos)

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This worksheet contains 16 fill in the blank questions where students are required to fill in regular and irregular command forms of tú Includes both negatives and affirmatives of both irregular and regular verbs: sal, ten, escribe, no vayas, sé, compra, no hables etc. Great cumulative review worksheet on tú command forms! Editable word file. Answer key included.
Las emociones: Spanish Emotions Worksheet
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Las emociones: Spanish Emotions Worksheet

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This worksheet contains matching and short answer questions to help students review emotions vocabulary. Answer key included Includes the following: asustado cansado emocionado aburrido sorprendido enojado contento nervioso triste avergonzado energético tranquillo