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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.
Faire du Shopping Lecture en Français: Shopping French Reading
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Faire du Shopping Lecture en Français: Shopping French Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~1 beginner level French reading about a family that goes shopping together to the local mall and buys various articles of clothing for each member of the family. Great way for students to see clothing vocabulary in context and also review adjective placement/agreement. ~The same reading with 11 adjectives missing for students to fill in for practice in the correct form! ~Answer key. This reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and five reading comprehension questions in English to ensure comprehension. Editable Word doc. Vocabulary includes: les vêtements la cravate le maillot de bain les soldes le pantalon les chaussures la veste les chaussettes la jupe le magasin rouge bleu blanches noir nouveaux/nouvelle grand
Prince Royce Biografía: Spanish Biography on a Bachata Singer
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Prince Royce Biografía: Spanish Biography on a Bachata Singer

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This 4-page file includes: ~A biography on the singer Prince Royce, whose parents emigrated from the Dominican Republic to the United States. It talks about his childhood and his musical career as well as a bit about his personal life. Reading also includes a short history of Bachata music. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 8 true/false reading comprehension questions. ~A worksheet with some of the lyrics missing from the song “Corazón sin cara”. You can play the song for students to fill in the missing words. ~2 pg answer key Level: in present and past tenses
Spanish Gender for Intermediate Students: Handout + Worksheet: Common Exceptions
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Spanish Gender for Intermediate Students: Handout + Worksheet: Common Exceptions

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This 5-page file includes: -3 pages explaining Spanish gender at the intermediate level. It includes explanations and examples of the following: -gender by word ending (-o, - dad etc.) -gender by category (languages etc.) -words that change meaning with gender (capital etc.) -words with more than one gender (mar etc.) -words for people with only one gender (persona etc.) -unexpected gender/exceptions (ie. compound nouns, greek words) ~One worksheet with 20 questions on Spanish gender where students have to determine if the word is male, female or both ~Answer key. Editable word file.
Spanish Song Cloze Activity: Enrique Iglesias: Cuando me enamoro (Imperfect Subjunctive)
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Spanish Song Cloze Activity: Enrique Iglesias: Cuando me enamoro (Imperfect Subjunctive)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A cloze worksheet with lyrics missing from his song “Cuando me enamoro” (The video is set in a high school!) It also features a lot of imperfect subjunctive verbs for students to see in context! ~The same worksheet with a word bank. ~Answer Key. Here is a link to a video that accompanies the song on the worksheet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DO8GsIYfhQ Activity idea: Have students underline all the imperfect subjunctive verb forms found in the song and circle all the conditional forms to see ‘If Clauses’ in context! Editable word file
La familia: Spanish Worksheet on the Family
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La familia: Spanish Worksheet on the Family

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This worksheet contains matching and short answer questions to help students review family vocabulary. Level: Beginner Editable Word file Answer key included Includes the following: padre hermano madre hijo tío primo hermana abuelo tía sobrino abuela hija novio perro esposa prometido
Hobbies English Reading: (ESL / EFL / ELA)
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Hobbies English Reading: (ESL / EFL / ELA)

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This 3-page file includes: ~An easy English reading that includes descriptions of four young people’s hobbies/lifestyles. ~A reading comprehension worksheet with three parts: 10 reading comprehension questions an info gap activity a short writing assignment. ~Answer key.* Ideal for beginner learners to review basic vocabulary of hobbies, days of the week and present tense verbs.
Mis mascotas Lectura: Spanish Reading on Pets: Dog, Cats and Parrot
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Mis mascotas Lectura: Spanish Reading on Pets: Dog, Cats and Parrot

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This easy Spanish reading includes descriptions of three young people’s pets: two cats a dog and a parrot. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for novice learners to review basic vocabulary! Editable word file. Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own pets in class or write about it for homework.
Comida Sudamericana Lectura y Cultura: Empanadas, Arepas, Asados etc.
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Comida Sudamericana Lectura y Cultura: Empanadas, Arepas, Asados etc.

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish 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 each on: arepas, empanadas, asados, and dulce de leche. ~7 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key.
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 Chores Worksheet: Los Deberes / Los Quehaceres (Limpiar/Lavar)
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Spanish Chores Worksheet: Los Deberes / Los Quehaceres (Limpiar/Lavar)

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This worksheet features 3 parts: 15 Matching, 8 Short Answer questions and a short conversation starter all on vocabulary to do with cleaning around the house. Activity Idea: After completing the worksheet, have students share how they help out at home. Answer key included. Vocabulary includes: pasar la aspiradora reciclar lavar los platos hacer la cama sacar la basura quitar el polvo cortar el césped lavar la ropa ir de compras poner la mesa planchar barrer el suelo preparar la comida arreglar el dormitorio limpiar la casa
La Plaza de Mayo y La Casa Rosada Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Cultural Reading
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La Plaza de Mayo y La Casa Rosada Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Cultural Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language culture reading on the Plaza de Mayo, located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The reading discusses the history of the construction of the Plaza, as well as the adjacent Government house or Casa Rosada. There is also a paragraph on the Madres de la Plaza de Mayo, the mothers of the people who disappeared during the dictatorship. The reading also includes some historical details including: Argentine independence, Juan and Eva Perón. ~A worksheet with 10 comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key. Level: mostly past tenses + some passive voice
Comparatives and Superlatives: Irregular Forms (mayor, menor, peor, mejor etc.)
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Comparatives and Superlatives: Irregular Forms (mayor, menor, peor, mejor etc.)

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This resource can be used as a quick assessment, quiz or worksheet to reinforce the Spanish irregular comparatives and superlatives. It includes 3 parts: *Students must fill in a chart of the missing comparatives and superlatives. *Students must complete 8 sentences with the correct comparative or superlative in Spanish with English prompts *Translation sentences Answer key included. Includes: bueno/mejor/el/la/los/las mejor(es) malo/peor/el/la/los/las menor(es) viejo/mayor/el/la/los/las mayor(es) joven/menor/el/la/los/las menor(es)
Spanish Reflexive Verbs Task Cards: 24 Verbos Reflexivos (Daily Routines)
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Spanish Reflexive Verbs Task Cards: 24 Verbos Reflexivos (Daily Routines)

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This 8-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused reflexive verbs (4 pages x 6 cards per sheet) ~1 blank sheet for your ideas ~Recording sheet ~Answer key in both tenses All 24 task cards feature a DIFFERENT verb, an image and a sentence where students need to conjugate the verb to complete the sentence. (May be used for present or past tenses) Can be used alone, in pairs or in small groups! Example sentences: Yo ___ ______ el pelo. (sacarse) Ellos _______ los dientes. (cepillarse)
Hispanic Leaders Character Cards: Hispanic Heritage Month (ENGLISH Version)
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Hispanic Leaders Character Cards: Hispanic Heritage Month (ENGLISH Version)

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This 8-page file includes: ~20 cards on hispanic leaders with information on their family, birthdate, characteristics and why they are famous. ~4 blanks cards for students to create their own hispanic leader cards. ~A 20 question game for students to use independently or in pairs to learn more about the people featured on the cards. Can be used in class or for homework. NOTE: This Resource is in ENGLISH, I also offer the same cards in Spanish in my store as well. Simply print out on card stock and enjoy them for years! This resource includes the following influential Hispanic Leaders: Frida Kahlo Diego Rivera Pablo Picasso Salvador Dalí Selena Quintanilla Sonia Sotomayor Eva Perón Gary Soto Dolores Huerta César Chávez Rita Moreno Pablo Neruda Sandra Cisneros Shakira Leo Messi Roberto Clemente Simón Bolívar Rigoberta Menchú Sofía Vergara Celia Cruz Also makes for a great Sub Activity for beginning Spanish Students! Answer key included.
Spanish Imperfect Reading: Mi vida de niño Lectura (Imperfecto)
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Spanish Imperfect Reading: Mi vida de niño Lectura (Imperfecto)

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This Spanish language reading introduces students to talking about recurring past events by using imperfect tense. It talks about the childhoods of three different people and the activities they used to enjoy. The reading includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included Activity idea: Have the students underline all the imperfect verbs they find in the reading and then have them talk about their own early childhood habits using the imperfect tense.