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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.
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)
La technologie moderne Lecture en Français: French Technology Reading
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La technologie moderne Lecture en Français: French Technology Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A fun French reading where Robert talks about his own habits around modern technology and those of three members of his family. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 8 comprehension questions based on the reading and 2 questions on how the students relate to modern technology to initiate discussion in class. ~Answer key. Includes vocabulary around cell phone use, tablets, computers and video games. Level: present tense only Includes both PDF and word file
Spanish Passive Voice Reading + Handout and Worksheet : La voz pasiva
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Spanish Passive Voice Reading + Handout and Worksheet : La voz pasiva

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This 5-page file includes: ~A Spanish language reading shows students the passive voice in context. It includes three short paragraphs with news articles from a fictitious newspaper. Each article features examples of the passive voice. Includes 8 true/false reading comprehension questions. ~A handout explaining the passive voice and how it is formed in Spanish. ~A worksheet with 15 fill in the blanks for students to practice the passive voice. ~Answer keys
La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)
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La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading on traditional Latin American dishes. It begins with a brief history of ingredients traditionally used throughout the region before and after the Spanish came to the Americas. It also includes one paragraph each on: ceviche, enchiladas and carnitas. A large glossary of new food words is included. ~A worksheet with 7 comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. Level: Low intermediate This is a wonderful complement to any unit on Latin American food and culture. It can also be enjoyed on its own.
Spanish Present Progressive Reading: ¿Cómo estás pasando el día? (Progresivo)
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Spanish Present Progressive Reading: ¿Cómo estás pasando el día? (Progresivo)

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This 4-page file includes: ~A reading with the description of how four young people are spending their day. The reading includes over 15 examples of the present progressive tense for students to see it in context. One young person is spending the day at the beach with friends, one is volunteering, one is doing sports and one is hiking with their family. ~The same reading with the present progressive tense highlighted for students to see in context. ~A worksheet with three parts: 8 short answer questions, an info gap section and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Activity idea: Have students underline all the forms of the present progressive tense they find in the reading.
Mi Familia Lectura | My Family Spanish Reading
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Mi Familia Lectura | My Family Spanish Reading

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This 3-page file includes: (100% in Spanish) ~A simple and fun reading where Paula, 16 years old, describes four members of her family: her younger sister, an uncle, a cousin and her mother. The reading includes examples of descriptions of people, hobbies, professions, as well as gustar and tener expressions and therefore serves as a great review for Spanish 1 students. ~A separate worksheet with 10 short answer reading comprehension questions as well as a family tree for students to complete based on the descriptions found in the reading! ~Answer key. Level: Spanish 1 (present tense only) Zip file includes 2 versions of the reading, with and without a key. Enjoy!
French Reflexive Verbs in The Past Tense Reading: Être Verbs Lecture
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French Reflexive Verbs in The Past Tense Reading: Être Verbs Lecture

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This French reading includes descriptions of 3 people’s morning routine in the passe composé tense. One woke up early, one late and one has the day off. Includes many reflexive verbs and examples of using être in the past tense. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions in French. Answer key included. Includes two versions of the reading, with and without the verbs highlighted. Activity idea: After reading, have students underline all the reflexive verbs they find, then have them discuss their own routine that morning or write about it for homework.
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.
Ma Famille Lecture en Français: Members of my Family French Reading
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Ma Famille Lecture en Français: Members of my Family French Reading

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A simple and fun French beginner reading where Paula, 14 years old, describes four members of her family: her younger sister, an uncle, a cousin and her mother. The reading includes examples of descriptions of people, hobbies, and professions. Includes 7 short answer reading comprehension questions. Level: present tense only Answer key included Editable word file
Ma Famille Lecture - My Family Beginner French Reading
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Ma Famille Lecture - My Family Beginner French Reading

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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.
À l'Hotel: Lecture en Français - At a Hotel French Reading
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À l'Hotel: Lecture en Français - At a Hotel French Reading

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This French reading features a traveler checking into their hotel. The script features a large number of travel and hotel related vocabulary that students can see in context. The reading is prefaced by a glossary of new vocabulary and followed by a reading comprehension section. Includes 2 versions of the reading, with 8 true/false questions in English OR French for differentiated learning. Activity idea: Have students read the script in pairs, and then have them write their own similar script to practice the new vocabulary to act out. Editable Word file. Answer key included.
Cinco de Mayo - Hispanic Cultural Reading in English
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Cinco de Mayo - Hispanic Cultural Reading in English

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This is English language reading discusses the history and importance of Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations. The reading includes a reading comprehension question. This is a great complement to beginner Spanish classes or Hispanic Heritage month.
En un restaurante Lectura - In a Restaurant Spanish Reading + Worksheet
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En un restaurante Lectura - In a Restaurant Spanish Reading + Worksheet

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This 3-page file includes: ~1 reading that features a dialogue between three people: two female friends who are out for dinner and their waiter. A glossary of food vocabulary appears at the top. ~1 page of 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in Spanish and a short writing section. ~Answer Key. Activity idea: after reading the skit with a partner, students can be split off in pairs to write their own scripts about eating in a restaurant to perform for the class or hand in for working. Vocab includes: el mesero el pescado el bistec los mariscos el arroz de postre el flan la cuenta el café la langosta
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
Mis vacaciones ideales Lectura: Spanish Beginner Reading on Holidays (REGULAR PRETERITE)
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Mis vacaciones ideales Lectura: Spanish Beginner Reading on Holidays (REGULAR PRETERITE)

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This beginner Spanish reading includes descriptions of three young people’s ideal vacations: Europe to see the museums and galleries, Colombia to visit family and camping to go out in nature. Includes 8 reading comprehension questions. Answer key included. Ideal for beginner learners to review basic vocabulary of travel and present tense verbs. Activity idea: After reading, have students discuss their own ideal holiday in class or have them write about it for homework.