This 3-page file includes:
~A cultural reading on traditional South American foods. It includes a paragraph on the types of food cultivated by indigenous people before the arrival of European. It also includes a short paragraph of each on: arepas, empanadas, asados, dulce de leche.
~A separate page with nine reading comprehension questions.
~Answer key.
NOTE: This reading is in English, I also offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store.
In this funny reading two teenage friends are discussing how hard it is to be young as their parents, teachers and coaches all want theme to behave a certain way! There are numerous examples of the present subjunctive for students to see in context.
The reading is followed by 8 true/false questions in English to ensure reading comprehension.
Editable word file.
Answer key included.
Activity ideas: Have students underline all the subjunctive forms they find in the reading. Then, have them discuss what their parents and teachers expect of them!
Example sentences:
Ma mère veut que je nettoie ma chambre tous les jours et fasse mon lit tous les matins. Elle veut aussi que je lave la vaisselle après le dîner.
This 3-page file contains 3 separate worksheets/quizzes for students to practice all of the command forms in Spanish. There is one worksheet each on:
~tú commands (negative and affirmative)
~Ud. commands (negative and affirmative)
~Uds./nosotros commands
Great for review or as a pop quiz!
Includes:
hablar
comer
vivir
beber
tocar
estudiar
mirar
abrir
empezar
volver
dormir
querer
pensar
volar
buscar
ver
tener
venir
ser
estar
hacer
poner
saber
This 4-page file includes:
~ A funny reading in the present perfect subjunctive about two parents worried about their son who is away from home for the first time at summer camp. They are wondering about what has happened during the week in the present perfect subjunctive. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.
~ A worksheet based on the reading with: 8 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment.
~Answer key.
This 3-page file includes:
~A reading between two friends in the present tense where one is trying to convince the other to be more environmentally conscious! Reading includes a glossary of new environmental vocabulary.
~A reading comprehension worksheet with a true false section and a short writing assignment.
~Answer key.
Example vocabulary:
die Umwelt
die Dose
der Müll
der Kasten
wiederverwertbar
der Kunststoff
schaden
This 7-page file includes:
~24 task cards focused on conjugating irregular present and/or preterite verb forms
(6 pages x 4 cards per sheet)
~Recording sheet
All 24 task cards are written so they may be used in the present or past tense for double duty !
Examples:
Yo _____ el libro a mi padre. (dar)
Ella _______ muy bien.(dormir)
Includes the following verbs:
ir
estar
ser
tener
venir
dormir
poner
poder
morir
dar
ver
This English language reading details the significance and history of Machu Picchu, the ancient city in Peru that is a world heritage site. Reading includes a short glossary of Quechua and Spanish vocabulary with English translations and a reading comprehension section.
A great compliment to a lesson on ancient civilizations, Hispanic culture and heritage and geography.
Answer key included.
This reading is a funny dialog between two friends, one of which is trying to get the other to be more environmentally friendly!
There are 2 versions of the reading for differentiated learning:
~One reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary, 8 reading comprehension questions in English and a French writing prompt.
~One reading is 100% in French with no glossary and 8 reading comprehension questions in French and a French writing prompt.
Answer key included.
Activity idea: Have students read the script in pairs and then translate. Afterwards, using the new vocabulary students can do pair or group debates on the benefits of recycling, transit vs.car use etc.
This reading is also great for Earth Day!
This worksheet features multiple-choice Ser and Estar review with a Christmas theme!
Includes answer key.
Example sentences:
La Nochebuena …… el 24 de diciembre.
a. está b. eres c. es
¿Dónde …… los regalos?
a.están b. son c. está
La Navidad …… mi día favorito.
a. está b. es c. soy
In this reading a teenage girl introduces herself to her new neighbor. The dialogue incorporates a number of question words so students may learn how to form questions with interrogatives. The reading includes 8 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment.
Activity idea: students may complete the writing assignment in class or for homework. They may then read their own dialogue with a partner.
Editable Word file.
Answer key included.
Level: Beginner
This beginner Spanish reading includes three short paragraphs describing the likes dislikes and hobbies of three friends.
Great for reviewing descriptions, hobbies, languages, professions, gustar etc.
The reading is followed by 8 reading comprehension questions.
Activity idea: Have your students write a short paragraph about a friend.
This 5-page file includes:
~A fun reading in which a young woman named Cecile has a choice of four candidates to be her ideal boyfriend! Throughout the reading there are numerous uses of the present subjunctive which are underlined for students to see in context. Cecile describes the qualities her ideal boyfriend would have and each of the candidates also describe one or two qualities they are looking for.
~An accompanying worksheet with 15 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment in the subjunctive.
~Answer key.
NOTE: There are 2 versions of the worksheet in French or English.
Editable word file.
Activity idea: Have students write a short paragraph about what they are looking for in a friend or romantic partner using the present subjunctive.
Subjunctive Verb Forms Include:
ait
fasse
soit
veuille
This 3-page file includes:
-one reading that includes a full description of a home.
-one worksheet with six short answer questions based on the reading and a short writing section
-answer key
Activity idea: Have students draw a floor plan of their home, labeling all the rooms for homework. Students then take turns describing their home to their partner in class.
Vocab includes:
la casa
el piso
el sótano
la pantalla
cómodo/a
la cocina
el comedor
la sala
arriba
el dormitorio
azul
amarillo
verde
la ventana
el jardín
This 2-page file includes:
-A biography on the life of former Mexican president Benito Juarez. The biography includes information on his childhood, legal studies, marriage, political reforms and presidency.
-An accompanying worksheet with a reading comprehension section and a short writing assignment.
This 3-page file includes:
~A Spanish language biography on the life of the activist Dolores Huerta. It talks about her early life, work with Cesar Chavez, personal life and legacy. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.
~A worksheet that contains 7 reading comprehension questions in Spanish.
~Answer Key.
Level: Uses present and past tenses
Ideal for Hispanic heritage or women’s history month!
This 3-page file includes:
~A Spanish language biography on the life of the famous Argentine poet Jorge Luis Borges . It includes information about his childhood, early publication of works, his blindness and his achievements.
~A worksheet that contains reading comprehension questions in Spanish.
~Key.
This 3-page file includes:
~A Spanish biography on the famous Spanish painter Diego de Veláquez. It discusses a bit about his childhood, art training, personal life and his career painting the royal family. It also talks about the history of the Prado museum in Madrid and his masterwork of Las Meninas. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.
~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions in Spanish based on the reading.
~Answer key.
This Spanish Reading bundle includes all four of my readings on the present subjunctive at 35% off!
My ideal boyfriend
The desires of others
My perfect home + Bonus Worksheet
An advert for a short stay apartment
Each reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and a reading comprehension section.
Answer keys included!
This 2-page Spanish biography is on the life of Christopher Columbus. It includes some information about his childhood, early sailings, life in Portugal and marriage. It goes on to discuss his relationship with the kings of Spain and his various voyages to the New World.
This reading includes a full glossary of new vocabulary and seven reading comprehension questions.
Vocabulary includes:
el aprendizaje
el puerto de envío
los fondos
el lejano oriente
el marinero
la ruta de vela
el respaldo financiero
el apoyo
el descubrimiento
la tripulación
zarpar
la riqueza
el catolicismo