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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.
Réserver un Voyage Lecture en Français: French Reading on Booking a Trip (vol)
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Réserver un Voyage Lecture en Français: French Reading on Booking a Trip (vol)

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In this script an employee phones a travel agency to book a flight and hotel for her boss who is travelling to Morocco for one week. The reading features a full glossary of new words and 6 true/false reading comprehension questions in English. Editable word doc. Answer key included. Activity idea: Students can take turns reading the roles and then practice booking an imaginary trip! Vocab includes: le vol l’arrêt (m) le billet aller-retour la vue côté fenêtre côté couloir
À l'aeroport Lecture en Français: At the Airport French Reading (vol, voyage)
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À l'aeroport Lecture en Français: At the Airport French Reading (vol, voyage)

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This reading is in the present tense and features a family from Colorado traveling back to France to visit family. It describes how the family spends time at the airport and on the flight. Students are introduced to a lot of travel related vocabulary through an extensive glossary. After completion, students are required to answer 7 questions in English to ensure reading comprehension. Editable word doc. Answer key included. Vocabulary includes: vol direct l’escale (f) la douane le décollage la porte l’hôtesse (f) le retard
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.
Hernando de Soto Biografía - Biography of De Soto and His Expedition to the U.S.
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Hernando de Soto Biografía - Biography of De Soto and His Expedition to the U.S.

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language biography is about the life of the Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto. It talks about his background, travels and expedition into the United States. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~Reading includes six reading comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. Vocabulary includes: conquistador jinete oro expedición gente indígena escaramuza batalla tribu Level: mostly past tenses
Ponce de León Biografía - Biography of Ponce de Leon
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Ponce de León Biografía - Biography of Ponce de Leon

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This Spanish reading is on the life of the Spanish explorer Juán Ponce de León. It discusses his early life, travel to the New World, his leadership roles in the Caribbean and finally his attempted colonization of Florida.Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and a true/false reading comprehension question. Makes for a great supplement on the history of Florida, explorers and conquistadors. Vocab includes: la nobleza ejército rango la riqueza nombrar las heridas batalla Level: Spanish 2+ (mostly in past tenses)
German Prepositions Worksheet: Accusative, Dative and Genitive - Präpositionen
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German Prepositions Worksheet: Accusative, Dative and Genitive - Präpositionen

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This worksheet allows students to review the most common German prepositions in the Accusative, Dative and Genitive. The worksheet is comprised of four sections: Matching section plus recognizing if the preposition is accusative or dative Fill in the blank sentences with the correct preposition Matching genitive prepositions with the English meaning Fill in the blank to complete sentences with a genitive preposition Serves as a great general review of German prepositions. Word file.
Diego de Veláquez Spanish Biography - Biografía
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Diego de Veláquez Spanish Biography - Biografía

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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.
Spanish Subjunctive Reading Bundle - 4 Lecturas en el Subjuntivo at 35%!
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Spanish Subjunctive Reading Bundle - 4 Lecturas en el Subjuntivo at 35%!

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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!
Cristobal Colón Biografía - Biography of Christopher Columbus
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Cristobal Colón Biografía - Biography of Christopher Columbus

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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
Spanish Subjunctive Reading: Desires of Others - Los deseos de los otros Lectura
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Spanish Subjunctive Reading: Desires of Others - Los deseos de los otros Lectura

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In this funny reading two teenage friends are discussing how hard it is to be young as their parents, teachers and coaches want them to behave! There are numerous examples of the present subjunctive all of which have been underlined for students to see in context. The reading is followed by a true false reading comprehension section. Students are also required to complete two sentences using the subjective based on what their parents and teachers expect of them! Key included Editable file Example sentences: ¡Mi madre prohibe que yo use maquillaje! Mi madre quiere que la ayude en la casa, porque soy la mayor. Ella insiste en que yo limpie mi habitación todos los días y que haga mi cama todas las mañanas.
Spanish  Irregular Yo form Verbs Reading: Voy, tengo, pongo, vengo etc.
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Spanish Irregular Yo form Verbs Reading: Voy, tengo, pongo, vengo etc.

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This fun reading is between between two school friends discussing a typical week at school. They discuss exams, studying, friends, siblings and going to a party. The reading features over 20 examples of irregular verbs in the first person form all of which for students to see them in context. The script is followed by a true/false reading comprehension question. Reading includes the following verbs: estoy soy tengo puedo doy vengo salgo conozco duermo pongo entiendo
Porfirio Díaz Biografía - Spanish Biography of Porfirio Diaz
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Porfirio Díaz Biografía - Spanish Biography of Porfirio Diaz

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This file contains a biography of the long serving 19th-century Mexican president Porfirio Diaz. The reading is a summary of his early life, military campaigns and political achievements and controversies. The reading includes a glossary new vocabulary. The second page includes 10 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing exercise. Vocab includes: el soldado el sacerdocio el golpe de estado político los ferrocarriles los impuestos la riqueza los campesinos los propietarios
Jennifer Lopez Biografía - JLo Spanish Biography on Famous Latina Singer Actress
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Jennifer Lopez Biografía - JLo Spanish Biography on Famous Latina Singer Actress

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading on the life of Jennifer Lopez, a daughter of poor Puerto Rican immigrants who became a world wide sensation. Includes information on her childhood, early career and role in the movie Selena. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with nine comprehension questions to accompany the reading. ~Answer key. Level: Uses Present and Past Tenses
Jorge Luis Borges Biografía - Spanish Biography
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Jorge Luis Borges Biografía - Spanish Biography

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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.
Dolores Huerta Biografía - Spanish Biography on the Life of An Activist
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Dolores Huerta Biografía - Spanish Biography on the Life of An Activist

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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!
Albert Einstein Biografie - German Biography
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Albert Einstein Biografie - German Biography

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This German reading is on the life of Albert Einstein the famous physicist. It talks about his early life, education, marriage and legacy. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 5 reading comprehension questions. Level: mostly past tenses Includes answer key.