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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.
Describing People Spanish Reading: Descripciones Lectura en Español
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Describing People Spanish Reading: Descripciones Lectura en Español

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This 4-page file includes: (100% in Spanish) ~A reading with the descriptions of four people including eye color, height, hair etc. ~The same reading with the verbs ser and tener highlighted for students to see in context on how to use these two verbs to describe people. ~A worksheet with 8 short answer questions based on the readings and a section where students must write the descriptions of two people. ~Answer key. Level: Beginner
Los Colores: Colors Spanish Worksheet
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Los Colores: Colors Spanish Worksheet

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This worksheet includes three parts to help your students get comfortable with colours in Spanish: matching 14 expressions (English to Spanish) placing colors on a chart in the female and plural forms a short writing section where students need to fill in the colours in the correct form to finish the paragraph (also includes school supplies) Editable Word file Answer key included.
Spanish Numbers Worksheet: Los Números (0-20)
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Spanish Numbers Worksheet: Los Números (0-20)

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This Spanish worksheet helps students familiarize themselves with the numbers 0 to 20. The worksheet contains four parts: *10 short answer Spanish to English *10 write out Spanish numbers in full *6 miss in the filling letters to complete the number *8 short translations such as (three books = tres libros) Answer key included. Editable Word file.
Federico García Lorca Biography: Spanish Biography on Poet Garcia Lorca
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Federico García Lorca Biography: Spanish Biography on Poet Garcia Lorca

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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
Se in Spanish: Reflexive, Impersonal, Passive, Unintentional, Reciprocal
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Se in Spanish: Reflexive, Impersonal, Passive, Unintentional, Reciprocal

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This 3-page file includes: ~A handout explaining the six common uses of ‘se’ in Spanish, within example sentence in Spanish and English of each situation: Reflexive, Impersonal, Passive, Unintentional, Reciprocal and indirect object replacement. ~A worksheet to practice the various uses of ‘se’. The worksheet contains three parts: a. students must recognize which use of 'se’appears in one of six Spanish sentences b. Students must translate those sentences into English c. Students are given a set of English sentences to translate into Spanish ~Key Level: Upper intermediate Editable Word file.
Tener Expressions Worksheet: Expresiones con Tener (SUB PLAN)
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Tener Expressions Worksheet: Expresiones con Tener (SUB PLAN)

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This worksheet helps students get familiar with idiomatic tener expressions. It includes three parts: ~ matching ~ short answer ~ translation Answer key included. Includes the following 12 common tener expressions: tener miedo de tener sueño tener … años tener sed tener hambre tener celos tener lugar tener frío tener verguënza tener calor tener razón tener prisa
Spanish Present Subjunctive Worksheet - Verbs of Doubt and Emotion (dudar etc.)
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Spanish Present Subjunctive Worksheet - Verbs of Doubt and Emotion (dudar etc.)

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This worksheet focuses on using the present subjunctive after specific verbs: dudar negar temer alegrarse de no creer no pensar The verbs are introduced in a full glossary up top and are followed by 11 practice sentences where students are required to fill in the missing subjunctive form to complete the sentence. Includes answer key. Editable Word file.
German English Cognates Reading: Die Familie Schneider / Text (DaF)
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German English Cognates Reading: Die Familie Schneider / Text (DaF)

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This 3-page file includes: (100% in German) ~A simple German reading including 20 German English cognates for beginner students to learn to recognize them. The story talks about all the members of the Schneider family their likes and dislikes, appearance, hobbies etc. The reading includes 12 comprehension questions. ~The same reading but with the cognates highlighted for context. ~Answer key Level: present tense only
El Gordo y La Lotería de Navidad Lectura: Spanish National Christmas Lottery
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El Gordo y La Lotería de Navidad Lectura: Spanish National Christmas Lottery

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading on the Spanish National Christmas Lottery celebrated in Spain every Dec. 22 since 1812. It talks about its history, cultural significance, the HUGE jackpot, how families and friends buy tickets together and how the numbers are sung out by school kids. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 9 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key.
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.
Complete Beginner Spanish Workbook and Textbook ~ Español para principiantes (75 pages!)
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Complete Beginner Spanish Workbook and Textbook ~ Español para principiantes (75 pages!)

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This 72-page file is a complete beginner textbook and workbook that I’ve completed over my last 15 years of teaching/tutoring Spanish. It’s designed for grades 8+. I’m offering it here at 40% off! This book includes 20 worksheets, 12 readings and 5 partner activities! It has explanations on all the topics covered in a first year course. You can use this resource in its entirety or simply page by page as needed for extra materials. Unit 1: The Basics Greetings, alphabet, pronunciation Unit 2: Family Family vocab, gender and plurals, tener Unit 3: Talking about Yourself Nationalities, Professions Unit 4: Regular Present Tense Verbs Verb conjugations Unit 5: Making Plans Numbers, Telling Time, Yo-form Irregular Unit 6: My House Adjective agreement, possessives Unit 7: Asking Questions Question Words, estar Unit 8: Talking about Hobbies Months, Days of the Week Unit 9: At a Restaurant Stem-changing Verbs Unit 10: Tener Expressions Tener Expressions Unit 11: Around Town Prepositions Unit 12: Ir and Tener Conjugations Conversational Future Tense Unit 13: Ser vs. Estar Unit 14: Describing People present continuous Unit 15: Object Pronouns Object Pronouns, Personal a Unit 16: Expressing Likes and dislikes Gustar and similar verbs Unit 17: Reflexive Verbs Daily Routines Unit 18: Simple past tense Regular Preterite Forms Editable word file. Answer keys included.
Meine Schule German Reading on School Life: Deutsch Lesung
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Meine Schule German Reading on School Life: Deutsch Lesung

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In this reading a student in Germany is describing her school, school subjects, classmates and teachers. The reading includes 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in German OR English and a full glossary of new vocabulary. Level: Beginner Answer key included.
Present Subjunctive Task Cards - Subjuntivo
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Present Subjunctive Task Cards - Subjuntivo

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This 10-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused on the present subjunctive (6 pages x 4 cards per sheet) Each card features a different verb and photo. Includes MANY irregular forms: vaya, pueda,esté, sea, tenga, venga, pague etc. ~Blank page for your own ideas ~Recording sheet ~Answer key These task cards provide a perfect cumulative review of the WEIRDO acronym as they include a mixture of: Verbal expressions: quiero que… espero que… Impersonal expressions: Es bueno que… Es raro que… Emotions: Me alegra de que… Temo que… Conjunctions: Estudia para que… Other expressions: Ojalá que… Regular and irregular verbs are featured! Just print out on card stock or laminate and enjoy!
Mes Sports Préférés Lecture en Français - My Favorite Sports French Reading
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Mes Sports Préférés Lecture en Français - My Favorite Sports French Reading

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In this easy French reading students are introduced of three young people all of which have different sports. The reading is followed by eight and reading comprehension questions in English OR French. Vocabulary includes: patiner courir nager jouer au baseball jouer au tennis jouer au football faire du vélo faire du yoga la boxe/ski Editable word file. Answer key included.
Passé Composé: French Reading in Past Tense: Qu'est-ce que tu as fait hier ?
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Passé Composé: French Reading in Past Tense: Qu'est-ce que tu as fait hier ?

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This 4-page file includes: ~A fun French reading where four young people discuss what they did yesterday using over 30 examples of the passe composé. Includes also étre verbs and reflexive verbs as well as lots of vocabulary for: family, hobbies, school subjects etc. ~A worksheet in English based on the reading with short answer questions, an info gap section and a short writing assignment in French. ~Answer key. NOTE: There are two versions of the reading, one with the verbs highlighted and one without. Editable word file.
Spanish Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns Worksheet + Handout
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Spanish Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns Worksheet + Handout

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This 3-page file includes: ~A handout explaining the uses of direct and indirect object pronouns along with example sentences ~A worksheet with 20 exercises (10 direct object/ 10 indirect object) where students need to complete each sentence with the correct object pronoun. ~Answer key. Editable Word file.
Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)
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Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A fun reading where students learn to recognize tú command forms by way of a recipe for cooking! Pedro and his girlfriend are trying a new recipe from her grandmother. Reading includes a lot of new food vocab. ~A worksheet page with reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Vocab includes: la espinaca el calabacín la cebolla los champiñones las especias los fideos los trozos cocina pon corta hornea mezcla Level: Intermediate
Spanish Cognates Reading: Lectura con Cognados
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Spanish Cognates Reading: Lectura con Cognados

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This 5-page file includes: ~A simple Spanish reading including over 30 Spanish English cognates for beginner students to learn to recognize them. The story talks about a brother and sister and a typical day they spend at school. The reading includes a glossary of more difficult vocabulary ~The same reading but with the cognates highlighted for context. ~A worksheet with three parts: a. Students must give the English equivalent of eight Spanish cognates. b. Students must answer eight True/False questions based on the reading. c. Students must complete 10 sentences with the cracked carbonate from the story. ~The same worksheet with the instructions in Spanish. ~Answer key Level: total beginners Editable Word file
Soziale Medien Lesung: Social Media and Technology German Reading
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Soziale Medien Lesung: Social Media and Technology German Reading

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This German reading includes the descriptions of three young people and their social media habits and attitudes towards it. The reading includes a lot of technology/social media vocabulary. The reading is followed by eight reading comprehension questions. Level: intermediate Answer key included