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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.
German English Cognates Reading: Verwandte Wörter (100% in German)
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German English Cognates Reading: Verwandte Wörter (100% in German)

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This 3-page file includes: (100% in German) ~A simple German reading including 30 German English cognates for beginner students to learn to recognize them. The story talks about a family that takes a trip to South Africa to go on safari. Includes 7 reading comprehension questions based on the story. ~The same reading but with the cognates highlighted for context. ~Answer key
Spanish Suffixes: Handout, Reading + Worksheet (sufijos)
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Spanish Suffixes: Handout, Reading + Worksheet (sufijos)

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This 6-page file includes: ~A 2-page handout that explains the formation and usage of common suffixes in Spanish including diminutives, augmentatives and absolute superlatives. Includes various examples of each type including spelling changes and a regular forms. (casita, pedacito, hombrón, guapísima etc.) ~A worksheet for students to practice Spanish suffixes. ~A fun and simple Spanish reading in which a young girl gets a new puppy for her birthday includes 10 examples of diminutives (casita) and absolute superlatives (lindísimo) in Spanish for students to see in context. The reading is followed by 8 true or false reading comprehension questions and a short answer section. ~Answer key. (2 pgs) Editable word file
Estar Task Cards: 40 Expresiones con Estar
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Estar Task Cards: 40 Expresiones con Estar

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This 14-page file includes: ~40 Task Cards with fill-in the blanks for the verb estar each featuring a condition, position, emotion or idiom (estar sentado, estar triste, estar de vacaciones etc.) ~1 blank page for your own ideas ~Recording sheet ~Answer key ~Glossary of expressions in both English and Spanish. NOTE: These cards are written in a way where they may be used again in future to review past tense conjugations of estar.
Los gitanos: Una lectura no-ficción (Romaní / Discriminación / Flamenco)
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Los gitanos: Una lectura no-ficción (Romaní / Discriminación / Flamenco)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A 1.5 page Spanish language nonfiction reading on los gitanos. It discusses their history, traditional way of life, influence on flamenco music and other aspects of their life including marriage and language etc. It also has a paragraph on the discrimination they have faced as well as how they were victims of the holocaust. Ideal for upper intermediate /advanced students to discuss these themes. ~Includes a full glossary of new vocabulary and 8 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Editable word file
Spanish Tener Expressions TASK Cards: 24 Different Expressions
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Spanish Tener Expressions TASK Cards: 24 Different Expressions

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This 12-page file includes: ~24 Task Cards with fill-in the blanks for the conjugation of the verb TENER. Each card features a different idiom (tener sed, hambre, suerte, calor, frío etc.) ~1 blank page for your own ideas ~Recording sheet ~Answer key ~Glossary of expressions in both English and Spanish. ~Worksheet for students to produce the English meanings of the expressions
French Object Pronouns Reading: Je suis accro à mon téléphone portable !
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French Object Pronouns Reading: Je suis accro à mon téléphone portable !

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This 3-page file includes: ~A humorous reading where a 15-year-old girl talks about her smartphone addiction and then what happened when her phone broke and she had to live without it for two days! Includes 11 examples of direct and indirect object pronouns for students to see in context. Reading includes 6 comprehension questions. ~The same version with the object pronouns highlighted for students to see in context. ~Answer key. Level: French 2 (includes present and past tenses) 100% in French
French Seasons and Weather Reading: Quelle est ta saison préférée ?
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French Seasons and Weather Reading: Quelle est ta saison préférée ?

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A fun and simple French reading in which 2 young people are asked to describe their favourite season: Robert loves winter and Caroline loves summer! Includes weather, hobbies, and sports vocabulary. Also includes 10 reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment where students write about the activities they enjoy doing in the different seasons. Level: French 1 Answer key included. 100% in French
French Volunteer Work Reading: Travail Bénévol Lecture
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French Volunteer Work Reading: Travail Bénévol Lecture

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This easy French reading includes descriptions of three different young people and the type of volunteer work they do: one works with seniors, one helps children and one is going abroad to build schools. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for novice learners to review basic vocabulary! Editable word file. 100% in French Activity idea: have students discuss their own volunteer work with each other in class.
French Professions Reading: Les professions Lecture (depuis)
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French Professions Reading: Les professions Lecture (depuis)

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This easy French reading includes descriptions of three people’s careers: teacher, artist and lawyer. They talk about their work in the ‘je’ form present tense. Also includes examples of present tense with the expression depuis. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for beginner learners to review basic work vocabulary. Level: Beginner This resource is 100% in French. Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own career ideas in class or for homework.
Noël Lecture: French Reading on Christmas Holidays
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Noël Lecture: French Reading on Christmas Holidays

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This 3-page file includes: ~A French language reading on the Christmas holidays from the point of view of five different people and what aspect of the holidays they enjoy: time with friends and family, baking, decorating, winter sports, gift giving, volunteering and attending church. ~10 short answer questions based on the reading and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key Level: beginner (present tense only)
Diego Maradona Biografía: Spanish Biography on Famous Soccer Player
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Diego Maradona Biografía: Spanish Biography on Famous Soccer Player

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This Spanish biography is on Maradona, the famous soccer player from Argentina. Includes information about his childhood, early career, World Cup appearances and famous goals in the 1986 World Cup. Include a complete glossary of new vocabulary and six short answer reading comprehension questions. Word file
German Question Words / Interrogatives Vocabulary Worksheet (Fragewörter)
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German Question Words / Interrogatives Vocabulary Worksheet (Fragewörter)

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This German Question Words / Interrogatives worksheet helps students familiarize themselves with the 12 most common question words. The worksheet contains three parts: 12 matching questions 6 short answer questions 6 translation questions Answer key included. Editable Word file. Activity idea: After the students have completed the worksheet have use the questions for conversation practice.
Spanish Question Words / Interrogatives Vocabulary Worksheet (Interrogativos)
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Spanish Question Words / Interrogatives Vocabulary Worksheet (Interrogativos)

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This Spanish Question Words / Interrogatives worksheet helps students familiarize themselves with the 12 most common question words. The worksheet contains three parts: 12 matching questions 6 short answer questions 6 translation questions Answer key included. Editable Word file. Activity idea: After the students have completed the worksheet have use the questions for conversation practice.
German Comma Rules: Deutsche Kommaregeln
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German Comma Rules: Deutsche Kommaregeln

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This 3-page file includes: ~A handout that explains how commas are used in German with sentence examples. ~A worksheet with 10 sentences with missing commas students must fill in to review. ~Answer key. Editable word file
Weihnachtsmärkte Lesung: Christmas Markets German Reading
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Weihnachtsmärkte Lesung: Christmas Markets German Reading

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In this German reading, students are introduced to Christmas markets in the German-speaking world. It discusses the history of the markets, the different cities where they are held, the types of foods and drinks available and other entertainments. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and eight short answer reading comprehension questions in English. Here is a link to a youtube video on German Christmas markets to show students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yvRoOGJhCg Level: upper beginner Editable Word file Answer key included
Reflexive Verbs in Spanish Worksheet: Verbos Reflexivos
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Reflexive Verbs in Spanish Worksheet: Verbos Reflexivos

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This Spanish verbs worksheet includes 2 parts: A. Matching section for common reflexive verbs B. Short answer section where students need to fill in the conjugated form of the verb to complete the sentence in the present tense Includes answer key.