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.

This 3-page file includes: ~A biography on the life of Messi, arguably the best soccer player of all-time! It includes information about his early life in Argentina, move to Spain, his family life and career to date. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with a section of true/false Reading comprehension questions and a short writing section. ~Answer key. This reading is a great supplement to units on sports and famous Hispanics.

This Spanish reading is about the history of chocolate from its Aztec roots to its modern popularity throughout the world. Reading includes a full glossary of new vocabulary and 5 reading comprehension questions. Level: in present and past tenses Includes answer key.

This 6-page file includes: ~A fun and engaging French reading which includes numerous forms of the comparatives and superlatives as Guy discusses how he is different from his very competitive brother and cousins. ~ A worksheet based on the reading with three parts: 10 true/false questions in English, instructions to underline all the comparatives and superlatives found in the story, and a short writing assignment in French. ~The same reading without a glossary and all the reading comprehension in French for differentiated learning. ~Answer key (3pgs) Editable word file.

This reading is about a young medical student who goes to Africa to volunteer with children. We also learn about her family and boss. This reading serves as good practice for describing people’s appearance, personality, profession etc. This reading is accompanied by a glossary of new vocabulary and 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in English to ensure comprehension. Activity idea: After reading, have students show pictures of friends and describe them to their classmates. Level: Beginner Answer Key included.

This 3-page file includes: ~This Spanish reading discusses some of the causes and results of the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920. This reading also includes a short a biography on the life of the Revolutionary Pancho Villa. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~Reading comprehension page with 8 questions ~Answer key Level: mostly in past tenses

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish biography on Roberto Clemente. The reading includes a paragraph on the Caribbean and its historical significance within the hispanic world and the life and career of Clemente. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~Worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. This readings is a great complement to any sports vocabulary, Hispanic culture and Afro-Latino Heritage units! Level: Uses present and past tenses

This 3-page file includes: ~A fun and simple reading with many uses of gustar/weather expressions in which 2 young people are asked to describe their favourite season: Ramón loves winter and Carolina loves summer! ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment where students write about the activities they enjoy doing in the different seasons. ~Answer key.

This German language reading is a biography on the life of Angela Merkel, the current Chancellor of Germany. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and five reading comprehension questions. Level: Intermediate With answer key

This fun reading is between between two school friends discussing a typical week at school. They discuss exams, studying, friends, siblings and going to a party. The reading features over 20 examples of irregular verbs in the first person form all of which for students to see them in context. The script is followed by a true/false reading comprehension question. Reading includes the following verbs: estoy soy tengo puedo doy vengo salgo conozco duermo pongo entiendo

This file contains a biography of the long serving 19th-century Mexican president Porfirio Diaz. The reading is a summary of his early life, military campaigns and political achievements and controversies. The reading includes a glossary new vocabulary. The second page includes 10 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing exercise. Vocab includes: el soldado el sacerdocio el golpe de estado político los ferrocarriles los impuestos la riqueza los campesinos los propietarios

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading on the life of Jennifer Lopez, a daughter of poor Puerto Rican immigrants who became a world wide sensation. Includes information on her childhood, early career and role in the movie Selena. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with nine comprehension questions to accompany the reading. ~Answer key. Level: Uses Present and Past Tenses

This Spanish reading is on the life of the Spanish explorer Juán Ponce de León. It discusses his early life, travel to the New World, his leadership roles in the Caribbean and finally his attempted colonization of Florida.Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and a true/false reading comprehension question. Makes for a great supplement on the history of Florida, explorers and conquistadors. Vocab includes: la nobleza ejército rango la riqueza nombrar las heridas batalla Level: Spanish 2+ (mostly in past tenses)

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language biography is about the life of the Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto. It talks about his background, travels and expedition into the United States. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~Reading includes six reading comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. Vocabulary includes: conquistador jinete oro expedición gente indígena escaramuza batalla tribu Level: mostly past tenses

This Spanish cultural reading discusses the history and cultural significance of paella. The reading also includes a long list of food vocabulary! The reading is is followed by five reading comprehensions in Spanish. Includes answer key. Makes for a great supplement on Hispanic culture and food units. Vocab includes: las judías verdes el pato los caracoles el azafrán las alcachofas picante las especias la sartén las verduras los mariscos

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

This cultural reading is on the Nazca lines of Peru. It talks about their cultural significance, history and location. Includes a glossary of new vocabulary and a reading comprehension section. Level: Intermediate

This 3-page file includes: ~A fun reading in which five people are interviewed about what they would do in specific situations. In the answers the students can see the Spanish conditional verb forms in context! ~A worksheet based on the reading which includes two parts: a true/false reading comprehension section and a writing section where students need to describe what they would do in the following situations: ~ Answer key ¿Qué harías si perdieras algo importante? ¿Qué harías si encontraras una cartera (wallet) en la calle? ¿Qué harías si tus padres te dieran un regalo que no te gusta? ¿Qué harías si fuera el último día de clases? ¿Qué harías si pudieras cantar muy bien? Level: Upper Intermediate

This reading is about a birthday celebration! Much of the reading is in the present progressive tense (estar + gerund). It talks about what everyone in the family is doing during the celebration. Also discussed is the significance of the piñata in Mexican celebrations. There is a full glossary of new words and the story is followed by six true/false questions in Spanish for reading comprehension. Activity idea: bring in some party pictures and have students explain what is happening using the present progressive tense. Vocab includes: fiesta el cumpleaños la parrilla el jardín los globos los juguetes la estrella el palo los regalos Level: Spanish Upper Beginner Includes Answer key