GCSE and A-Level activities to help students prepare for their final exams, featuring engaging Spanish learning activities for intermediate learners. Additionally, I teach various language fields, including EFL (English as a Foreign Language), ESL (English as a Second Language), ELD (English Language Development), and English Language Arts (ELA), as well as Spanish and Italian.
GCSE and A-Level activities to help students prepare for their final exams, featuring engaging Spanish learning activities for intermediate learners. Additionally, I teach various language fields, including EFL (English as a Foreign Language), ESL (English as a Second Language), ELD (English Language Development), and English Language Arts (ELA), as well as Spanish and Italian.
This task is suitable for both Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) students, featuring two reading activities. Each activity presents a brief reading passage followed by a true or false task to assess comprehension. Additionally, students will answer five questions for a comprehensive understanding of the content.
Listening task using audio resources from Audiria.
Suitable for A-Level and Intermediate level learners of Spanish.
Key Benefits
Improve Listening Comprehension: Train the students’ ears with an authentic podcast on a relevant topic, which will help them get accustomed to different accents and speaking speeds.
Expand Vocabulary: Students will discover new words and expressions related to the economic crisis, enriching their Spanish vocabulary.
Practice Writing Skills: Summarizing what they’ve understood will allow students to practice their written expression in a meaningful way.
Online and Offline Access: Students can access the material both online and offline, giving them flexibility to study where and when they want.
Contraste de Fotografías
Photo card task for A-Level students or intermediate level learners of Spanish
Speaking Task - Conversation and Grammar activity combined together
Contraste de Fotografías
Photo card task for A-Level students or intermediate level learners of Spanish
Speaking Task - Conversation and Grammar activity combined together
Contraste de Fotografías
Photo card task for A-Level students or intermediate level learners of Spanish
Speaking Task - Conversation and Grammar activity combined together
Want to make learning Spanish exciting?
This resource includes:
An 18-page booklet for ages 4-6 with colorful activities like monster matching, seasonal vocabulary, “I Spy” games, plus exercises on shapes, colors, animals, and transportation.
Perfect for learning Spanish words related to colors, fruits, food, animals, shapes, seasons, emotions and feelings, and more.
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Perfect for busy teachers and back-to-school activities!
Spanish Environmental studies
This useful reading comprehension resource in Spanish focuses on the timely topic of microplastics and their environmental impact.
Printable PDF
Includes:
Reading:
Microplastics: What They Are and How They Affect the Human Body
Bilingual Vocabulary
Useful Terms and Expressions in English and Spanish
Comprehension Questions with Answer Key
Conversation Prompts in Spanish
Vocabulary Terms Explained in English with Spanish Words
Additional Conversational Prompts
Sentence Starters for Discussing Microplastics
This 6-page printable PDF allows students to explore plastics, environmental issues, and solutions in the intermediate Spanish classroom. It’s ideal for stimulating meaningful discussions and enhancing language skills.
Perfect for intermediate Spanish classes, environmental studies, or science lessons!
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This resource is perfect for busy teachers looking to help their students revise “Mi Rutina Diaria” as part of a back-to-school, morning warm-up, or revision class.
It contains 8 PDF pages featuring printable templates that allow students to create their own comic strip about their daily routine.
Included in this product are:
One comic strip sample in Spanish to inspire creativity.
Two templates (one in color and one in black and white) for students to customize.
Two pages filled with images to cut out and paste into their comic strips.
One page of speech bubbles for students to cut out and use in their comics.
Two pages packed with bilingual verbs, frequency adverbs, sentence examples, and extra expressions to assist students in writing their own sentences in the present simple tense about their daily routines.
This engaging activity not only reinforces language skills but also encourages creativity and personal expression!
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Enhance Reading Comprehension in Both Languages
This Finding the Main Idea Activity provides a structured approach to understanding and identifying the main idea in texts, available with instructions and developed in both Spanish and English. This resource is perfect for enhancing reading comprehension skills for students aged 10 and up in a bilingual classroom setting.
PDF & Digital PowerPoint
Key Features:
Clear Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to identify the main idea, including tips on using titles, subtitles, and key sentences to uncover the central message of a text, available in both Spanish and English.
Sample Text: The activity includes a sample text titled “The Importance of Recycling,” which serves as a practical example for students to analyze and practice their skills in both languages.
Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions that encourage students to think critically about the text and articulate their understanding of the main idea and supporting details, provided in both Spanish and English.
Important Details: Students will learn to extract key facts and details that support the main idea, enhancing their ability to summarize and synthesize information, with instructions available in both languages.
READING ACTIVITY - MAIN IDEA INSTRUCTIONS
Understanding Mohamed Aziz’s Challenges: The activity encourages students to explore the difficulties Mohamed Aziz faced in his childhood, such as losing his parents at a young age and the financial struggles that prevented him from continuing his education, with bilingual instructions.
The Impact of Life Experiences on Passion: Students will analyze how Aziz’s experiences shaped his lifelong passion for reading and books, highlighting the transformative power of literature in overcoming adversity, with bilingual guidance.
Identifying the Main Idea: The activity guides students in identifying the main idea of the passage, which revolves around Aziz’s journey and the significance of reading in his life, emphasizing themes of perseverance and resilience, with bilingual instructions.
Reflecting on the Power of Reading: Through reflection prompts, students will articulate their thoughts on how reading can transform lives, inspired by Aziz’s story, and consider the broader implications of literacy and education in personal development, with relevant prompts.
Benefits:
This activity not only strengthens reading comprehension but also fosters critical thinking and analytical skills in both Spanish and English. By mastering the ability to find the main idea, students will become more confident readers, better equipped to tackle complex texts in their academic journey in both languages.
Perfect for Classroom Use:
Ideal for individual or group work, this activity can be seamlessly integrated into lesson plans, making it a valuable addition to any bilingual language arts curriculum.
Finding the Main Idea Activity provides a structured approach to understanding and identifying the main idea in texts.
PDF & Digital Power Point
This well-designed resource is perfect for enhancing reading comprehension skills for students aged 10 and up.
Key Features:
Clear Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to identify the main idea, including tips on using titles, subtitles, and key sentences to uncover the central message of a text.
Sample Text: The activity includes a sample text titled “The Importance of Recycling,” which serves as a practical example for students to analyze and practice their skills.
Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions that encourage students to think critically about the text and articulate their understanding of the main idea and supporting details.
Important Details: Students will learn to extract key facts and details that support the main idea, enhancing their ability to summarize and synthesize information.
READING ACTIVITY - MAIN IDEA INSTRUCTIONS
Understanding Mohamed Aziz’s Challenges: The activity encourages students to explore the difficulties Mohamed Aziz faced in his childhood, such as losing his parents at a young age and the financial struggles that prevented him from continuing his education.
The Impact of Life Experiences on Passion: Students will analyze how Aziz’s experiences shaped his lifelong passion for reading and books, highlighting the transformative power of literature in overcoming adversity.
Identifying the Main Idea: The activity guides students in identifying the main idea of the passage, which revolves around Aziz’s journey and the significance of reading in his life, emphasizing themes of perseverance and resilience.
Reflecting on the Power of Reading: Through reflection prompts, students will articulate their thoughts on how reading can transform lives, inspired by Aziz’s story, and consider the broader implications of literacy and education in personal development.
Benefits:
This activity not only strengthens reading comprehension but also fosters critical thinking and analytical skills. By mastering the ability to find the main idea, students will become more confident readers, better equipped to tackle complex texts in their academic journey.
Perfect for Classroom Use:
Ideal for individual or group work, this activity can be seamlessly integrated into lesson plans, making it a valuable addition to any language arts curriculum.
Engage Your Students with Creative Storytelling!
This activity will inspire your 4th to 6th graders
This is an ideal back-to-school activity that encourages students to talk about their summer holidays and share their experiences with classmates.
What’s Included:
Instructions: Clear and simple instructions guide students through the process of creating their own unique comic strip about their summer adventures. From choosing characters to sharing their stories, every step is designed to spark creativity and imagination.
Bilingual Support: The project includes a sample comic strip available in both English and Spanish, to inspire students.
Printable Templates: Two comic strip templates are provided in both PDF and PNG formats, allowing students to easily layout their stories. These templates are designed for easy printing and use.
Character and Image Pages: Students will have access to three pages filled with fun characters, images, speech bubbles, and other elements to cut out and use in their comic strips. This variety encourages students to mix and match to create their ideal story.
Creative Freedom: Students are encouraged to draw and color their own characters, adding a personal touch to their comic strips, they’ll have the freedom to explore their ideas without worrying about grammar.
Why Choose This Resource?
This project not only reinforces language skills but also fosters creativity, teamwork, and self-expression. It’s a perfect activity for back-to-school, summer camps, or any creative classroom setting. Plus, students will love sharing their finished comic strips with friends and family!
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Enhance your intermediate Spanish students’ speaking skills with these Photocard Activities Nivel Intermedio!
This 11-page PDF resource is packed with engaging themes and topics designed to stimulate conversation and deepen language proficiency.
Key Features:
Diverse Themes: Explore a variety of topics, including markets, travel experiences, environmental awareness, and social issues, with thought-provoking questions such as:
Describe esta foto.
¿Te gusta ir a los mercados y mercadillos para comprar productos frescos y artesanales?
Háblame de la última vez que fuiste de vacaciones a España y de lo que hiciste.
Interactive Questions: Encourage students to share personal experiences and opinions with questions that promote critical thinking and meaningful dialogue. For example:
¿Cómo pueden las personas contribuir a preservar el medio ambiente en su vida diaria?
¿Cuál crees que es el papel de los libros en la sociedad?
Vocabulary and Sentence Starters: Some activites include useful vocabulary and sentence starters to help students formulate their responses confidently.
Visual Stimuli: Each photocard is accompanied by images that inspire description and discussion, making it easier for students to engage with the material.
This resource is ideal for classroom activities, speaking practice, or exam preparation. Equip your students with the tools they need to express themselves fluently and thoughtfully in Spanish.
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Actividad de Escritura Creativa en Español
Ignite your students’ creativity with this Actividad de Escritura Creativa en Español, featuring 10 engaging writing prompts designed specifically for busy teachers seeking effective back-to-school or morning warm-up activities in their Spanish classes.
Key Features:
10 Writing Prompts: Each prompt includes an image and a sentence starter, such as “Desde que conocí a Marta, nada volvió a ser lo mismo…” and “Si alguien me hubiera dicho entonces lo que me esperaba, jamás lo habría creído…”. These prompts inspire students to craft their own imaginative stories.
Clear Instructions for Students: Step-by-step guidance helps students structure their narratives effectively. Instructions include elements such as exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution, ensuring a comprehensive writing process.
PDF & PPTX Files: Easily accessible in both PDF and editable PPTX formats, this resource is adaptable for any classroom setting.
Sample Answer and Suggestions: A sample answer is provided to illustrate effective writing techniques, along with suggestions for enhancing narrative quality.
Focus on Skill Development: This activity not only fosters creative writing skills but also encourages students to think critically and express their ideas beautifully in Spanish.
Make writing a fun and productive experience for your students with this excellent activity to inspire young writers while providing them with valuable tools and ideas to enhance their storytelling abilities.
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Engage your GCSE or A-Level students with this Reading, Writing, and Speaking Spanish Activity focused on Chefchaouen, la ciudad azul de Marruecos!
This interesting PDF activity is perfect for busy teachers looking for effective back-to-school or morning warm-up activities that cover essential topics such as culture, immigration, religion, history, and language.
Key Features:
4 PDF Pages: This resource includes four informative pages about Chefchaouen, featuring a captivating reading passage that introduces students to the charm and history of this beautiful city.
Reading Task: The reading passage provides insights into Chefchaouen’s unique blue facades, rich cultural heritage, and its significance as a historical refuge for various communities.
Comprehension Questions: The activity includes a set of comprehension questions designed to reinforce understanding and encourage critical thinking. Questions cover various aspects of Chefchaouen, such as:
Why is Chefchaouen known as “la ciudad azul”?
What can visitors find in the Medina?
What activities are available in the surrounding areas?
What makes Chefchaouen a “sacred city”?
Answer Key: An answer key is provided to facilitate quick grading and ensure accurate feedback for students.
Ideal for Various Settings: This activity is perfect for Spanish immersion, bilingual, and dual language classrooms. It can be effectively used during Writer’s Workshop (taller de escritura), as homework, or in literacy centers.
Engaging and Interactive: Designed to promote reading, writing, and speaking skills, this resource encourages students to discuss cultural and historical topics while practicing their Spanish language skills.
Make your Spanish class engaging and informative with this Reading, Writing, and Speaking Spanish Activity on Chefchaouen. It’s an excellent way to inspire students while providing them with valuable knowledge about Spanish and Moroccan culture and history!
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Explora Tetuán, la Paloma Blanca de Marruecos
Explore Tetuán, the White Dove of Morocco
Tetuán, known as “the white dove,” is a city in northern Morocco that captivates all who visit. This Spanish reading, writing, and optional conversation activity will take your students on a journey to discover the charms of this historic city.
Key Features:
4 PDF Pages: This resource includes four informative pages about Tetuán, featuring a reading passage that introduces students to the charm and history of this beautiful city.
Reading Task: The reading passage provides information about Tetuán’s location, its rich cultural heritage, and its significance as a historical refuge for diverse communities.
Comprehension Questions: The activity includes a set of comprehension questions designed to reinforce understanding and encourage critical thinking. Questions cover various aspects of Tetuán, such as:
What does the name “Tetuán” mean in Berber?
What characteristics make Tetuán one of the most charming cities in Morocco?
What stands out about the Old Medina and the Ensanche Español neighborhood?
What Spanish influence did Tetuán absorb over the centuries?
Answer Key: An answer key is provided to facilitate quick grading and ensure accurate feedback for students.
Ideal for Various Settings: This activity is perfect for Spanish immersion, bilingual, and dual language classrooms. It can be effectively used during Writer’s Workshop, as homework, or in literacy centers.
Engaging and Interactive: Designed to promote reading, writing, and conversation skills, this resource encourages students to discuss cultural and historical topics while practicing their Spanish language skills.
Make your Spanish class engaging and informative with this Reading, Writing, and Conversation activity on Tetuán. It’s an excellent way to inspire students while providing them with valuable knowledge about Spanish and Moroccan culture and history!
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Spark Engaging Spanish Conversations
PPTX & PDF
¿Estás buscando una manera dinámica y efectiva de fomentar la conversación en español en tu clase?
30 Spanish Conversation Speaking Question Cards, Writing Task Cards, Ice Breakers…
From conversations about daily life to debates on social and cultural issues, these cards provide a wide range of opportunities to practice and improve communicative skills.
Key features of this resource include:
Attractive and easy-to-use task cards, ready for classroom implementation.
Varied questions and topics spanning a broad range of interests and difficulty levels.
Student-centered activities that promote interaction and collaborative learning.
Opportunities to practice essential communicative skills, such as active listening, oral expression, writing and problem-solving.
Clear presentation to facilitate seamless classroom integration.
Designed for intermediate or advanced Spanish students interested in exploring the diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. PDF & PPTX resource with complete and ready-to-use material for classroom or homework assignments. Offers an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the richness of the Spanish-speaking world in a practical and enriching way.
This activity pack is ideal for intermediate learners of Spanish, GCSE students, AS/A-Level Spanish students, high school students, as well as homeschoolers and adult learners. It reinforces geography, culture, history and Religious Studies through speaking and writing.
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These Spanish reading and writing activities are designed for intermediate or A-Level students who wish to explore relevant social and cultural topics.
This ready-to-use resource consists of two complete units, each with a reading, comprehension activities, and prompts for writing short essays.
Unit 1: An LGBTQ Icon in Spain
Reading: An LGBTQ Icon in Spain
Text comprehension activities
Essay Prompts: Exploration of historical, social, and cultural aspects related to the representation and rights of the LGBTQ community in Spain.
Unit 2: Protests in Guatemala
Reading: Protests in Guatemala
Text comprehension activities
Essay Prompts: Analysis of the effectiveness of protests as a means of political and social expression, and examination of the underlying causes of tensions in Guatemala.
Additionally, a fragment on the French Revolution is included as a historical example of citizen participation in political change.
This 6-page PDF resource offers educators a complete and ready-to-use material, with authentic readings, comprehension activities, and writing tasks that foster critical thinking and written expression in Spanish. Answer keys for the comprehension activities are also included.
Looking for a Time-Saving Activity to complement your lessons with additional material? This original resource will address social and cultural topics, the reading and writing activities will provide students with the opportunity to explore and analyze relevant issues in a practical and enriching way.
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