This 3-page file includes: ~A funny reading with an emphasis on the the various adjectives that change meaning with placement in Spanish. In this short script two 90 year old friends go out to a modern restaurant and have nothing but complaints! Reading includes 8 short answer questions. ~The same reading but with all of the adjectives that change meaning highlighted for students to see in context. ~Answer key. Editable word file

This worksheet includes two parts to help your students get comfortable with health and illness expressions in Spanish: matching 18 expressions (English to Spanish) 8 short answer questions with the new vocabulary Editable Word file Answer key included.

This Easy English Reader is about Cory, a first year university student living in Boston with a foreign roommate. Each chapter includes a different aspect of his life: Chapter 1 About Me Chapter 2 My family Chapter 3 My house Chapter 4 My hobbies Chapter 5 My Daily Routine Chapter 6 Getting groceries Chapter 7 At the movies Chapter 8 New Year’s Eve (future tense) Each chapter features reading comprehension questions and some cultural insights on North American life. Also features a page of cultural notes and explanations of idioms and more challenging vocabulary. This Reader makes for great supplemental material in your ESL/ EFL /ELL classroom! Level: Beginner With answer key.

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language reading on the importance of the llama in ancient times and today among the indigenous populations of South America. It also includes facts on the animal and some information on Incan society, in particular how they relied on the llama for clothing and transportation of goods. ~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Level: in present and past tenses

In this humorous reading, an energetic grandmother from Quebec visits her grandson and his family and cleans up a storm! Students can learn lots of useful vocabulary for chores around the house. This reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary, four reading comprehension questions in English and a French writing prompt. Activity Idea: Have students read this in pairs and then tell each other in French what their daily, weekly and monthly chores are in the home. Editable word file. Includes answer key. Vocabulary includes: fait la vaisselle fait les lits passe l’aspirateur sort les poubelles nettoie la maison

This Spanish cultural reading is on Pachamama, a south American indigenous deity mainly of the Inca. It discusses her cultural and ritual importance in the lives of the indigenous people. It also discusses the celebration in her honor on August 1 of every year and how it is celebrated. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 6 reading comprehension questions. Level: In present and past tenses Includes answer key.

This 3-page file includes: ~A cultural reading on the Seville fair or Feria de Abril de Sevilla held annually in April that highlights the local flamenco culture. This reading includes information on the history of the event, how it is celebrated today as well as the special clothing that is worn. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key. Level: present and past tenses Ideal for a cultural component to your class, or to highlight Spanish culture!

In this beginner level reading three people describe their personal style both at work and in their personal time. It includes a lot of clothing vocabulary for students to review. The reading is followed by 8 reading comprehension questions in English to ensure comprehension. Answer key included. Editable Word file.

This simple reading is great for German students to review vocabulary around weather and related clothing. It talks about three young people in three different cities at different times of the year: London (raining), Cartagena (hot + sunny), New York City (cold + snowy). The reading includes 8 reading comprehension questions in English OR German to ensure comprehension. Answer key included.

This 3-page file includes: ~A present tense reading between two friends that includes 15 examples of the uses of savoir and connaître. They talk about people and events happening in their community and make plans for the following day. ~The same reading but with all of the savoir and connaître verbs missing! In this version and the students need to fill in the missing verbs to complete the dialogue. ~Answer key. The reading is followed by 8 Reading comprehension questions in English. Editable word file.

This 3-page file includes: ~A present tense reading between two friends that includes 15 examples of the uses of saber and conocer. They talk about people and events happening in their community and make plans for the following day. ~The same reading but with all of the saber and conocer verbs missing! In this version and the students need to fill in the missing verbs to complete the dialogue. ~Answer key. The reading is followed by 8 Reading comprehension questions in Spanish. Level:mostly present tense-other tenses are explained in a glossary

This worksheet contains matching and short answer questions to help students review body parts vocabulary. Answer key included Includes the following: brazo cintura boca pierna cara orejas pelo ojo rodilla cabeza dedo pie muñeca nariz espalda mano

This 3-page file includes: ~A present tense reading between two friends that includes 15 examples of the uses of wissen and kennen. They talk about people and events happening in their community and make plans for the following day. ~The same reading but with all of the wissen and kennen verbs missing! In this version and the students need to fill in the missing verbs to complete the dialogue. ~Answer key. The reading is followed by 8 Reading comprehension questions in English. Editable word file.

This 3-page file includes: ~A reading for students to review vocabulary around weather and related clothing. It talks about three young people in three different cities at different times of the year: London (raining), Cartagena (hot + sunny), New York City (cold + snowy). Reading includes a short glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with two parts: 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading A short writing section where students write a short paragraph each on two different young people based on what they are wearing. ~Answer key. Level: present tense only

This short biography on the life of singer Selena Quintanilla is missing all the preterite tense verbs! Using a word bank, students must place 16 verbs in the correct location to complete the biography. Great way for students to see the 3rd person singular and plural verb forms of both regular and irregular preterite verbs in context. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. Answer key included.

This 3-page file includes: ~A reference sheet for beginner students of Spanish regarding common Spanish English cognates. ~A worksheet on cognates for students to complete to increase their vocabulary by learning how to create Spanish words out of similar English words. ~Answer key. Examples cognates: (14 are included here) -tion/-ción -ical/-ico -ist/-ista -ive/-ivo -ty/-dad -ism/-ismo -ly/mente Activity ideas: This worksheet can be used alone or as a partner activity. Working together, students can try to come up with a list of even more cognates they are already familiar with.

This German biography is on the life of Johannes Kepler, a famous astronomer of the 16th century. It talks about his early interest in science, education and scientific legacy. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 6 short answer reading comprehension questions. Answer key included.

This is a great introduction to the life of the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí and his masterwork La sagrada familia. This enormous cathedral is located in Barcelona and is a UNESCO heritage site. Reading includes 8 short answer reading incomprehension questions. Answer key included. A wonderful addition to any unit on art, Spain or Hispanic heritage! Note: This reading is in English, I also have a similar reading available in Spanish in my store.

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language cultural reading on La Catrina. It talks about how she first appeared in 1910 in an etching by the artist de José Guadalupe Posada. Also discussed is how she was based on an Aztec goddess, her importance in popular culture and her representation in a mural by Diego Rivera. ~A worksheet with 7 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key. Makes for a great supplemental cultural reading for Day of the Dead!

This 3-page file includes: ~A reading with the descriptions of 4 people’s morning routines including preparing for work or school. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 12 reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own family’s daily routines or write about it for homework