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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.
Spanish New Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish New Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This New Year puzzle contains 27 clues for common Spanish New Year vocabulary words plus 12 clip art images for students to identify. Sample words are grapes, parade, celebration, friends, family, kiss, resolution, fireworks, hats, churros and chocolate, and parties. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the English meaning next to each clue. 3. Complete the puzzle. The download includes: 1. Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 2 per page for student handouts 2. Bilingual vocabulary list for class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. Answer key with the English words next to the clues
French Spring 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Le Printemps
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French Spring 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Le Printemps

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Spanish Spring - La Primavera 2 Booklets - Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and images of spring. Words included are flowers, rain, grass, birds, bees, leaves, and frog. They then sketch and create their own version of the booklet using the text only template. Students will have fun sharing their drawings with family and friends which will help reinforce their language learning! Each booklet contains 8 pages. 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. The booklet pages can also be used as flashcards by folding under the text.
Spanish Valentine's Day Bundle - 15 Items, 73 Pages - El Dia de San Valentin
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Spanish Valentine's Day Bundle - 15 Items, 73 Pages - El Dia de San Valentin

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Valentine's Day Bundle in Spanish - 15 Items - El Dia de San Valentin - Buy this bundle of fun activities and save! All items are also sold separately on TES. If purchased separately, this 73 page bundle would cost $36! Included: 1. Poesía del Amor / Cloze Activities, p. 3 2. Heart Sketches, p. 7 3. Bingo – 36 Cards & Vocabulary, p. 9 4. Vocabulary, 25 Words, p. 46 5. 34 Word Crossword Puzzle / Answer Key, p. 48 6. Descriptive Adjective Activity (Students LOVE this activity!), p. 50 7. 137 Word Adjectives Reference - English / Spanish, p. 54 - Your students will use this all year! 8. Vocabulary List for 17 Word Crossword, p. 58 9. 17 Word Crossword / Answer Key, p. 59 10. 18 Vocabulary IDs / Answer Key, p. 61 11. 24 Love Verbs & Direct Object Pronouns/Answer Key, p. 63 12. 2 Person Romeo & Juliette Skit, p. 65 13. Numbers Listening Activity, p. 66 14. Creative Writing Speech Bubbles, p. 68 15. Teacher to Student Valentine Cards - 2 sizes, p. 69 Many of these items can be used all year and also make great substitute lessons! Happy Valentine's Day!
Valentine's Day Descriptive Adjectives Writing Activity and Reference
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Valentine's Day Descriptive Adjectives Writing Activity and Reference

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Students of all ages LOVE this Valentine's Day activity! They practice writing descriptive adjectives about their classmates and at the end of the class, each has a Valentine's Day keepsake that many will talk about and save for years. Included in the download: 1. 3 numbered pages for the in class activity which is enough for a class of 42, if necessary. 2. 1 page with 138 descriptive adjectives of people for the Valentine's Day activity and future reference. 3. 1 page of instructions that include a sample of what each student will do in class and an explanation and example of a follow-up writing assignment. Happy Valentine's Day!
Spanish Writing Assignment / Essay Todo Sobre Mi - All About Me
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Spanish Writing Assignment / Essay Todo Sobre Mi - All About Me

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Spanish Writing Assignment / Essay Todo Sobre Mi - All About Me - This item contains 2 assignments. The first is a writing prompt with requirements and vocabulary. The suggested vocabulary makes it easy for students to complete their writing assignments and makes this item useful for all levels of Spanish. A 100 - 200 word essay works well for first year students. The word count can be changed for other levels and varying ability levels. The second assignment is a 235 word sample essay. The sample essay makes a great translation homework assignment or it can be used for full class viewing to prep students to write their own essays. Both items make great substitute lessons.
Veterans Day - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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Veterans Day - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Veterans Day - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing Spanish words associated with Veterans Day. Words included are: soldier and flag, armed forces, poppy, parade, cemetery, veterans, and November 11th. Also included is a page of suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations, then create their own version using the text only template. Students will enjoy sharing them with classmates and family members! 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.
Spanish Preterit Irregular Yo Verbs Sentence Translations
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Spanish Preterit Irregular Yo Verbs Sentence Translations

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Students translate 15 English to Spanish sentences containing preterit irregular yo verbs and adverbs of time. A sample sentence is "I fished last winter." The Spanish infinitive is provided and the -car/-gar/-zar ending is in bold face to remind students of the change. The answer key is included. 2 pages
Spanish Three Kings Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Three Kings Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 30 Spanish words associated with the Three Kings Day holiday, plus 9 clip art images. Sample words are camels, gold, three kings cake, shoes, nativity, charity, crown, holiday, water, hay, Melchior, Epiphany, parade, and Jesus. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the English meaning next to each clue. 3. Find the words in the puzzle. The download includes: 1. Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 2 per page for student handouts 2. Bilingual vocabulary list for class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. Answer key with the Spanish words next to the clues Spanish holiday, dia de tres reyes, dia festivo, Spanish culture, Hispanic culture
Spanish Farm Animals Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Farm Animals Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 21 clues for common Spanish farm animals, and 10 clip art images. Sample words are dog, cat, cow, duck, goat, lamb, rooster, animals, farm, and donkey. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish farm animal words under each picture. 2. Write the English meaning next to each clue. 3. Find the words in the word search. The download includes: 1. Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 4 per page for paper saving student handouts 2. Bilingual vocabulary list for class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. Answer key with the Spanish words next to the clues This activity is a helpful substitute teacher lesson. When students complete the crossword, they can quiz each other using the farm animals vocabulary list. 4 pages
Christmas Emergent Reader 2 Booklets
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Christmas Emergent Reader 2 Booklets

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Christmas Emergent Reader 2 Booklets - Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Christmas words. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the Christmas booklet that contains text and illustrations of items associated with Christmas such as Christmas cookies, Christmas tree, stockings, carols, cards, etc. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sketching these items and will get excited about the season while sharing with their classmates and family members! 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 that correspond to the text.
Spanish Twelve Days of Christmas Booklets / Navidad
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Spanish Twelve Days of Christmas Booklets / Navidad

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2 Spanish Twelve Days of Christmas Booklets / Navidad - Each booklet contains 12 pages, 1 for each of the 12 days of Christmas in the song. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the Spanish Twelve Days of Christmas Booklet which contains text and illustrations from the traditional 12 Days of Christmas song. They then create their own version using the text only template. Encourage students to share their creations with their classmates and family! The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the 12 Days of Christmas vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures that correspond to the text.
Spanish Introductions Dialogue Writing Prompt, Translation, and Skit
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Spanish Introductions Dialogue Writing Prompt, Translation, and Skit

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Spanish Introductions Dialogue Writing Prompt, Translation, and Skit - This download includes: 1. Introductions dialogue writing prompt. The writing prompt contains requirements for greetings and leave takings, asking who another person is and response, formal and informal introductions, and asking and providing age. There is vocabulary provided for each of the requirements. 2. Sample introductions writing prompt that can be used for: a. Individual translation activity b. Full class translation activity when projected c. 4-person skit The sample writing prompt comes in large font for projecting and full class viewing, and small font copied 2 per page for student handout translation and use as a 4-person skit.
Spanish Thanksgiving Foods / Colors Practice with Vocabulary Reference
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Spanish Thanksgiving Foods / Colors Practice with Vocabulary Reference

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Spanish Thanksgiving Foods and Colors Noun / Adjective Agreement - Students practice agreement in number and gender of adjectives and nouns using 16 Spanish Thanksgiving foods and color words such as "the red cranberries." The answer key is included. Also included: 1. Word list for Thanksgiving vocabulary 2. Word list of color vocabulary This is a good substitute lesson plan because students can quiz each other on the food and colors vocabulary after completing the worksheet. Acción de Gracias, día festivo, colores
Sports Vocabulary 2 Early Reader Booklets in English
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Sports Vocabulary 2 Early Reader Booklets in English

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Each of the 2 booklets contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages containing a verb such as to play with a different sport word and the location where it is played. One booklet contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and illustrations. They then create their own versions of the booklets using the text only template. 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 that correspond to the text.
Spanish Winter Olympic Sports Crossword Puzzle and Vocabulary
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Spanish Winter Olympic Sports Crossword Puzzle and Vocabulary

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Spanish Winter Olympic Sports Crossword Puzzle and Vocabulary - This activity contains 15 clues for the Winter Olympic sports. Students are instructed to complete the crossword, write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture and also write the Spanish vocabulary word next to each clue so they get lots of practice with each word. The download can be used as a fun substitute lesson plan. When students complete the worksheet activities, they can quiz each other on the Winter Olympics vocabulary. Included in the download: 1. Crossword puzzle & answer key 2. Word list in large font for in class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. 2-per page vocabulary list for student handouts and pair work
Summer Picnic Basket Food Sketch and Label Activity - ENGLISH
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Summer Picnic Basket Food Sketch and Label Activity - ENGLISH

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Summer Picnic Basket Food Sketch and Label Activity - ENGLISH Students sketch and color a minimum of 10 foods that they will take with them on a picnic. They then write the corresponding words under the sketched items. This is a fun activity at the end of the school year as students are thinking about summer activities and vacation! Instructions for the activity are included on the worksheet.
The Twelve Days of Christmas 2 Booklets - ENGLISH
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The Twelve Days of Christmas 2 Booklets - ENGLISH

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2 Twelve Days of Christmas Booklets - Students first cut, assemble and read The Twelve Days of Christmas Booklet that contains text and images from the traditional 12 Days of Christmas song. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. Encourage students to share their creations with their classmates and family! Each booklet contains 12 pages, 1 for each of the 12 days of Christmas in the song. 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 12 Days of Christmas vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures that correspond to the text.
Spanish Writing Prompt - A Great Party - Una Fiesta Estupenda
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Spanish Writing Prompt - A Great Party - Una Fiesta Estupenda

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Spanish Writing Prompt - A Great Party - Una Fiesta Estupenda - Everyone loves to plan and talk about parties so your students are sure to enjoy this activity! This writing assignment features irregular yo form verbs such as traer, caer, saber, conocer, venir, hacer, salir, poner, oir, and others. Students are to use them as often as possible as they write about what makes a great party. The irregular yo verbs are listed along with other vocabulary associated with parties such as food, costumes, gifts, games, sleepover and more. The Spanish and English are included for the verbs and vocabulary words. This writing prompt is copied 2 per page for student handouts. This writing task makes a great substitute teacher lesson plan!
French Pumpkins and Feelings 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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French Pumpkins and Feelings 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Students practice French feelings words with these booklets. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with fire safety. The title page asks Comment Sont les Citrouilles? and the 7 pages that follow contain Il est/Il a/Il va + a feelings word. Sample words are content, tres bien, and surpris. 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 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 Last Summer 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Verano Pasado
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Spanish Last Summer 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Verano Pasado

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Spanish Last Summer 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Verano Pasado - One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with El Verano Pasado, with 7 additional pages describing things that were done during the summer. Activities included are: practiced sports, visited family and friends, read favorite books, helped at home, ate a lot of good food, celebrated 4th of July, and played with friends and siblings. 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 illustrations. 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. This is a fun back to school activity for students, and will give you a snapshot of your new students and help you get to know them!