This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading that describes the strange and wonderful Spanish tradition of Tío de Nadal - the Yule log that “poops” out gifts! Includes information about its history as well as how and when this ritual is performed and the types of treats children receive. Also includes a full glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Makes for a great cultural component to a Spanish class or a sub plan!

This reading is a dialogue between for school friends talking on Monday morning about how they spent the weekend. It includes numerous irregular preterite verbs including: dar, ir, saber, hacer, ser, estar, conducir, ver, tener The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and eight reading comprehension questions. NOTE: Includes two versions of the reading, one with verbs underlined for students to see in context and one without underlining. Answer key included Extension idea: Have students write a short paragraph on how they spent their weekend to share with a classmate or the class making sure to incorporate irregular verbs.

This handout explains the uses of an(s)/année(s) in English with French example sentences. Students must them complete 10 sentences with the correct form. Answer key included Editable word file

This 4-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading in the preterite tense using only regular forms. For young people describe how they spent last summer: with family, playing sports, moving house etc. The reading includes a short glossary of new vocabulary. ~The same reading with the preterite verbs underlined for students to see in context. ~A worksheet with three parts: *8 multiple choice questions on reading comprehension *5 multiple choice questions on preterite endings a short writing exercise where students describe how they spent their last summer. ~Answer key.

This fun and simple Spanish reading helps students to review colors and articles of clothing while also learning noun-adjective agreement in context. Three young people describe their favourite colours and the types of clothing they wear in those colours. Also includes a 6 true/false reading comprehension questions and 4 short answer questions. Answer key included

This 4-page file includes: ~A German reading on natural disasters: flooding, forest fires and a tornado all suffered by one town in one year. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions and a short writing section. ~Answer key. Level: Intermediate NOTE: Includes 2 versions, one includes the verbs in the passive voice highlighted for students to see in context.

This 6-page file includes: ~A Spanish script between two friends who are talking about what chores they are responsible for in the house and when. Roberto is complaining that his parents are too strict! The story features numerous examples of tener + que + infinitive. This version includes a short glossary of new vocabulary. ~The same story with examples of tener + que + infinitive highlighted for students to see in context. This version is 100% in Spanish. ~A worksheet with 4 parts: conjugation table of tener in the present tense students must write all 10 things Roberto has to do every week using tiene que + INF 8 true or false reading comprehension questions based on the story in English. a short writing section where students discuss what they are responsible for at home using tengo + que + infintive ~The same worksheet completely in Spanish. ~Anwer keys (2 pgs)

A Spanish worksheet that features 6 multiple choice and 7 fill in the blank questions for ser/tener review in the present tense for describing people. Answer key included Editable word file

This 3-page file includes: ~A fun and simple German reading that helps students to review colors and articles of clothing. Three young people describe their favourite colours and the types of clothing they wear in those colors. ~The same reading but with 10 adjective endings in the accusative and nominative cases missing for students to decline to complete the reading. ~Answer key. Both versions includes a 7 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing section. Answer key included

This 5-page file includes: (100% in Spanish) ~A Spanish reading exercise in which students need to match three couples to their ideal vacation home based on their likes/dislikes and what is included in each holiday option. The options include: a winter cabin, a Boston apartment and a Mexican house. Includes both vacation and house vocabulary. ~A separate worksheet with seven reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment or students write a paragraph about their own ideal vacation home. ~Answer key ( 2pgs) Level: present tense only)

This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading on Merengue dancing from the Dominican Republic. It discusses its emergence in the 19th century, the various instruments used from Africa, Europe and the indigenous Taino populations. It also discusses how it became popular in the 20th century and how it is danced. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A separate page with 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key.

This Spanish worksheet features 16 different stem-change/boot verbs in context. Students must fill in nine missing verbs to complete the dialog. Includes a glossary of new vocabulary.

This simple reading features a dialogue between two students meeting during the first week of school. They discuss the subjects they are taking and a little bit about their families. Vocab include: español banda historia física biología matemáticas francés inglés química There is a glossary of new vocabulary before the reading and 8 true or false questions at the end of the reading. This is a great complement for students new to Spanish as it is completely in the present tense! Activity idea: Have students read the dialogue in pairs and then answer the true false questions together. Students can then write their own dialogue based on the subjects they are taking. Level: Beginner Includes Answer Key.

In this beginner level Spanish reading, three students discuss their favorite classes and subjects and why they like them. The reading is followed by 8 reading comprehension questions. Editable word file. Answer key included. Activity idea: have students write a short paragraph about their own favorite classes and why they like them. Vocab includes: escuela biblioteca historia literatura inglés español asignaturas drama maestro ciencias matemáticas química biología música

This easy Spanish reading includes descriptions of three young people discussing where they live: one lives in the suburbs, one lives in the city and one in the countryside. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for novice learners to review basic vocabulary! Level: Beginner Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own experiences of living in different places or have them write it down for homework/ to hand in for marking.

This 3-page file includes: ~A fun and humorous Spanish reading in which students must choose the best man for Maria to go on a date with based on their short introductions! ~A worksheet in Spanish based on the reading with: 10 true/false questions a short answer section and a short writing section. ~Answer key. Reinforces present tense verbs and vocabulary on hobbies, family and languages.