My resources are grammar based and include graphic organizers, worksheets, tests, quizzes, and personal questions. Most grammar items are based on present, preterit, imperfect, and present subjunctive tenses. Most resources are accompanied by an answer key. I hope you find them helpful for your students and your courses.
My resources are grammar based and include graphic organizers, worksheets, tests, quizzes, and personal questions. Most grammar items are based on present, preterit, imperfect, and present subjunctive tenses. Most resources are accompanied by an answer key. I hope you find them helpful for your students and your courses.
Stem change verbs study guide and practice (Present tense)
Page 1: A list of stem change verbs with their English translation.
*E-IE, O-UE, E-I, and U-UE verbs included.
Pages 2-3: Students will conjugate 9 verbs for all six persons in a structured template. E-IE, O-UE, E-I, and U-UE verbs included.
Pages 3-4: Students will answer 10 personal questions using stem change verbs. E-IE, O-UE, E-I, and U-UE verbs included.
Pages 5-6: Answer key for conjugations only for the 9 verbs on pages 2-3. For personal questions, student answers will vary.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, entry / exit slip, quiz / test, or sub plans.
Mis clases easy paragraph practice (Spanish 1)
Fill out the template with the required information for each class. (8 classes)
Using the information from the template, write a short paragraph of 4 complete sentences for each class.
Template:
En la primera hora yo tengo la clase de (Write the name of the class in Spanish)
¿Cuántos estudiantes? (Write number of students in Spanish)
¿Cómo es la clase ? (use an adjective)
El / la profesor(a) (Name of teacher)
Note: The same template is used for all 8 classes.
*A table with list of classes, numbers 15-26, and adjectives is included for students to use.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
This practice can also be used with chapter 2A of Realidades 1.
Length: 5 pages
Mi rutina: Reflexive verbs conjugation and paragraph practice
Part 1: For each infinitive, write the reflexive pronoun “me” and the present tense conjugation. Make stem changes where needed. (13 total)
*All infinitives will be conjugated in the Yo form.
*The English translation of each infinitive is provided.
Sample:
Despertarse (e-ie): to wake up / Reflexive pronoun ______ + Present tense conjugation __________________
Part 2: Transition words matching: Write the correct letter of the English translation. (5 total)
Sample:
e. After / d. First, Second, Third, Then
_____ 1. Primero, Segundo, Tercero, Entonces
Part 3: Daily routine vocabulary: Write the correct letter of the English translation. (18 total)
h. toothpaste / r. bed
_____ 1. la cama
_____ 6. la pasta dentífrica
Part 4: Students will write a paragraph of 8 sentences about their daily routine using elements from parts 1, 2, and 3. Guidelines are provided.
Answer key is included on pages 4-5 for parts 1, 2, and 3 only. For part 4 (paragraph), student answers will vary.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz / test, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Present tense review: All verb types conjugation practice
Students will complete a verb conjugation table for all 6 persons with the following infinitives and verb types:
Regular: hablar, comer, vivir
Irregular: ser, estar, ir, dar, ver
-Go verbs and irregular yo: hacer, poner, salir, caer, traer, decir, tener, venir, oir, saber and conocer
Stem change (e-ie, u-ue): jugar, pensar, querer, preferir
Stem change (o-ue): almorzar, poder, dormir
Stem change (e-i): pedir, servir, repetir
Reflexive: lavarse, despertarse, vestirse, acostarse
Answer key is included on pages 5-8. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, test / exam review, or as part of your sub plans.
Reflexive verbs guided sentence practice
For each reflexive verb, write a sentence in the template provided. Choose a different subject (person) for each sentence, write the appropriate reflexive pronoun and conjugation, and add 3-4 words to expand on the sentence using vocabulary related to body parts, personal products, and accessories. Sentences should not be repetitive (using the same words over and over) and should not simply be filled with clock times.
*Students will write a total of 12 sentences
*Verbs included: lavarse, despertarse, ducharse, vestirse, pintarse, maquillarse, ponerse, desayunarse, afeitarse, cepillarse, divertirse, acostarse
*A structured template is provided to write the sentences.
*A list of words related to body parts, personal products, and accessories are included for reference.
Sample:
Lavarse: to wash
Template: Subject + Reflexive pronoun + Conjugation + Add 3-4 words
Length: 3 pages
A worksheet to practice -Ir verbs in the present tense.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
Part 1: Complete the verb conjugation chart by conjugating the verb for all 6 persons. Verbs included: escribir, vivir, recibir, decidir, abrir, compartir, discutir, permitir
Part 2:
Using the 8 verbs above, write 8 sentences with the following guidelines:
Every sentence must have a different subject (yo, tú etc).
Every sentence must be 5 words minimum. Post the word count at the end of every sentence.
Draw a picture to illustrate your sentence. Stick figures are acceptable. All drawings must be classroom appropriate.
*A structured template is provided to write the sentences.
A worksheet to practice -Er verbs in the present tense.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
Part 1: Complete the verb conjugation chart by conjugating the verb for all 6 persons. Verbs included: comer, beber, leer, correr, vender, barrer, aprender, comprender
Part 2:
Using the 8 verbs above, write 8 sentences with the following guidelines:
Every sentence must have a different subject (yo, tú etc).
Every sentence must be 5 words minimum. Post the word count at the end of every sentence.
Draw a picture to illustrate your sentence. Stick figures are acceptable. All drawings must be classroom appropriate.
*A structured template is provided to write the sentences.
Length: 4 pages
Preterit worksheet (Irregular, stem change, spelling change)
Mix of verb types: i, u, j stem, i-y spelling change, ir stem change, -car, -gar, -zar
Part 1: Write the correct conjugation of the verb in the preterit tense (18 total)
Part 2: Change the following verbs from the present to the preterit (10 total)
Part 3: Answer the 20 personal questions in a complete sentence (The personal questions can also be done as an oral activity in class)
*Answer key is included on pages 4-5 for part 1 and part 2 only. For part 3, student answers will vary
Present tense all verbs personal questions practice
Answer each question in a complete sentence in the present tense. For stem change verbs, make the appropriate stem change for each conjugation. No collaboration or on-line translators.
*There are 40 questions total (Combination of regular, irregular, -go, stem change, gustar type, and reflexive verbs)
*All questions are information questions in the tú conjugation.
*The English translation of each verb used in the question is listed next to each question.
Verb types and verbs included:
*Number of questions are listed in parenthesis.
Regular: Hablar, Comer, Vivir (3)
Irregular: Ser, Estar, Dar, Ver, Ir, Tener (5)
Saber / Conocer (2)
-Go: Hacer, Salir, Poner, Traer, Caer, Oir, Venir, Decir, Tener (9)
Stem change verbs (E-IE) / U-UE: Empezar, Querer, Preferir, Jugar (4)
Stem change verbs (O-UE): Almorzar, Volver, Dormir (3)
Stem change verbs (E-I): Pedir, Servir (2)
Gustar type verbs: Gustar (2x) , Encantar, Aburrir, Fascinar (5)
Reflexive verbs: Despertarse, Desayunarse, Vestirse, Lavarse, Ponerse, Acostarse (6)
Length: 4 pages
A worksheet to practice -Ar verbs in the present tense.
This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
Part 1: Complete the verb conjugation chart by conjugating the verb for all 6 persons. Verbs included: hablar, trabajar, mirar, escuchar, estudiar, bailar, comprar, caminar
Part 2:
Using the 8 verbs above, write 8 sentences with the following guidelines:
Every sentence must have a different subject (yo, tú etc).
Every sentence must be 5 words minimum. Post the word count at the end of every sentence.
Draw a picture to illustrate your sentence. Stick figures are acceptable. All drawings must be classroom appropriate.
*A structured template is provided to write the sentences.
Length: 4 pages
Exam review packet present and preterit tenses
A three page review packet for first and second year courses which can be used for midterm or final exam.
In the preterit -car, -gar, -zar verbs and dar, ir, ser, ver, and hacer are used
Part 1: Conjugate the infinitives in the present and preterit tenses (14 total)
Part 2: Change the verbs from the present to the preterit tense (17 total)
Part 3: Answer each question in a complete sentence in the tense of the question (present / preterit) (29 total)
Answer key is included for parts 1 and 2 on pages 4-5. For part 3, student answers will vary.
Note: The personal questions can also be done orally if desired
Preterit v Imperfect fill in practice
Complete each sentence with the correct conjugation of the preterit or imperfect using the word bank provided.
There are 20 sentences divided in two sections (#1-10 with word bank and #11-20 with word bank). There are 32 fill in the blanks total (17 for #1-10 and 15 for #11-20)
Note: The sentences do not link to any particular theme or vocabulary.
Example:
Word bank: jugaba / hablé / entró / enseñaba
Ayer yo __________ con mi amigo Miguel.
La profesora ________________ la lección cuando José ___________ en la sala.
De vez en cuando yo _______________ con mis amigos en el parque.
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, review, quiz, entry or exit slip.
Length: 2 pages including answer key.
Reflexive verb sentences fill in practice
Complete each sentence using a reflexive infinitive from the list below and conjugate it. Write only one answer for each subject. Write the appropriate reflexive pronoun and the conjugated verb. Make stem changes where needed. Note: For some sentences, there is more than one answer from the word bank which logically fits.
*There are 15 sentences total.
Sample:
Word bank:
lavarse la cara: to wash face / lavarse las manos: to wash hands / afeitarse: to shave / divertirse (e-ie): to have fun / despertarse (e-ie): to wake up / probarse (o-ue) la ropa: to try on clothing / despedirse (e-i): to say good bye / sentarse (e-ie): to sit / bañarse: to bathe / sentirse (e-ie) cansados: to feel tired / mirarse: to look at oneself / maquillarse: to put on makeup / ponerse un abrigo: to put on a coat / vestirse (e-i): to get dressed / desayunarse: to eat breakfast
Frente (in front of) al espejo Marta ________________________________
Possible answers: se prueba la ropa / se maquilla / se viste / se mira
A las seis de la mañana yo ____________________________
Answer: me despierto
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
IR verbs yes no questions matching practice (Present tense)
Write the correct letter of the answer for each question.
*There are 16 questions total (8 with yes and 8 with no) with regular -ir verbs.
*Each subject is used twice (once with a yes question and once with a no question)
Subjects used: Yo, Tú, Él, Ella, Ud., Vosotros, Ellos, Ellas, Uds.
Sample:
p. Sí, yo vivo en una casa grande.
n. No, yo no escribo muchos poemas.
_____ 1. ¿Vives tú en una casa grande?
_____ 2. ¿Escribes tú muchos poemas?
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
*This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
AR verbs yes no questions matching practice (Present tense)
Write the correct letter of the answer for each question.
*There are 16 questions total (8 with yes and 8 with no) with regular -ar verbs.
*Each subject is used twice (once with a yes question and once with a no question)
Subjects used: Yo, Tú, Él, Ella, Ud., Vosotros, Ellos, Ellas, Uds.
Sample:
p. Sí, yo hablo mucho en la clase.
n. No, yo no miro mucha tele.
_____ 1. ¿Hablas tú mucho en la clase?
_____ 2. ¿Miras tú mucha tele?
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
*This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
ER verbs yes no questions matching practice (Present tense)
Write the correct letter of the answer for each question.
*There are 16 questions total (8 with yes and 8 with no) with regular -er verbs.
*Each subject is used twice (once with a yes question and once with a no question)
Subjects used: Yo, Tú, Él, Ella, Ud., Vosotros, Ellos, Ellas, Uds.
Sample:
p. Sí, yo como en el café.
n. No, yo no bebo muchos refrescos.
_____ 1. ¿Comes tú en el café?
_____ 2. ¿Bebes tú muchos refrescos?
Answer key is included on page 2. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
*This practice is ideal for Spanish 1.
Direct object pronouns easy practice (Spanish)
Re-write each sentence by replacing the italicized direct object noun with a direct object pronoun. Note: In some sentences, there will be nothing to write for the “Rest of the sentence” in the template. (20 sentences total)
*A table with direct object pronouns and their English translation is included for reference.
Sample:
Marcos ve a mí.
Template: Subject _____ + Direct object pronoun _____ + Conjugated verb _____ + Rest of the sentence _____
Marta compra un coche mañana.
Template: Subject _____ + Direct object pronoun _____ + Conjugated verb _____ + Rest of the sentence _____
Answer key is included on pages 5-8. This practice can be used for classwork, homework, quiz, review, entry / exit slip.
Mis vacaciones de navidad: Preterit fill in practice
Marcos is writing in his diary how he celebrated Christmas break. Complete the blanks by choosing the correct preterit verb from the word bank.
*There are 3 paragraphs (each with its own word bank)
*There are 27 fill in the blanks (all 3 paragraphs combined)
Sample:
Paragraph 1
Word bank: dio / compró / puse/ condujimos / decoramos / fuimos / tuve / abrimos (Note: #6,7,8 will have the same answer)
Dos semanas antes del día de navidad, mi familia (1) _________________ un árbol navideño. Después de llevar el árbol navideño en mi casa, mi familia y yo (2) _____________________ el árbol con varios adornos (adornments) y luces. Yo (3) _________________ diez días de vacaciones de (from) mi escuela. La nochebuena yo (4) _________________ los regalos para mis padres y mi hermana Paula debajo del árbol navideño. El día de la navidad nosotros (5) _____________________ nuestros regalos por la mañana.
Answer key is included on pages 3-4. This practice can be used when students return from Christmas break. It can be used for classwork, homework, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
A worksheet to practice -AR verbs in the preterit tense.
Part 1: Complete the verb conjugation chart by conjugating the verb for all 6 persons.
8 Verbs included: hablar, trabajar, mirar, escuchar, estudiar, bailar, comprar, caminar
Part 2:
Using the 8 verbs above, write 8 sentences with the following guidelines:
Start every sentence with a clue word from the list below.
Every sentence must have a different subject (Use subject pronouns Yo, Tú etc and names of people).
Every sentence must be 6 words minimum and should not be repetitive (using the same words over and over). Note: All clue words count as one word only even if they are 3 words like “La semana pasada”.
Post the word count at the end of every sentence.
*A template is provided to write the sentences.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Length: 4 pages
A worksheet to practice -IR verbs in the preterit tense.
Part 1: Complete the verb conjugation chart by conjugating the verb for all 6 persons.
8 Verbs included: escribir, vivir, recibir, decidir, abrir, compartir, discutir, salir
Part 2: Using the 8 verbs from part 1, write 8 sentences with the following guidelines:
Start every sentence with a clue word from the list below.
Every sentence must have a different subject (Use subject pronouns Yo, Tú etc and names of people).
Every sentence must be 6 words minimum and should not be repetitive (using the same words over and over). Note: All clue words count as one word only even if they are 3 words like “La semana pasada”.
Post the word count at the end of every sentence.
*A structured template is provided to write the sentences.
This practice can be used for classwork, homework, entry / exit slip, or sub plans.
Length: 4 pages