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I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.

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I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.
French Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring and Favorite Foods
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French Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring and Favorite Foods

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This file includes 4 slightly different designs of the French Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring and Favorite Foods Activity. They are: 1. Turkey color by number with 8 favorite foods list and 2 sketches. Students sketch on the top of one page and the bottom of the other. 2. Turkey color by number with 8 favorite foods list and 2 sketches. Students sketch on the bottom of both pages. 3. Turkey coloring activity with 8 favorite foods list and 2 sketches. Students sketch on the top of one page and the bottom of the other. Students choose the colors. 4. Turkey coloring activity with 8 favorite foods list and 2 sketches. Students sketch on the bottom of both pages. Students choose the colors. 4 pages
Chinese New Year 2017 - 2 Booklets - The Year of the Rooster - ENGLISH
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Chinese New Year 2017 - 2 Booklets - The Year of the Rooster - ENGLISH

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Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common words associated with Chinese New Year. Words included are lanterns, fireworks, gifts, dragons, envelopes, food, and rooster for Chinese New Year 2017, which is the Year of the Rooster. Suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page are also included. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations and they then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review, and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 6 pages
Chinese New Year 2017 2 Booklets in Spanish - El Año Nuevo Chino
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Chinese New Year 2017 2 Booklets in Spanish - El Año Nuevo Chino

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Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish words associated with Chinese New Year. Words included are lanterns, fireworks, gifts, envelopes, food, dragon, and monkey for Chinese New Year 2017, which is the Year of the Monkey. Suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page are also included. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations and they then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review, and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 6 pages
French Thanksgiving Matching Squares
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French Thanksgiving Matching Squares

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French Thanksgiving 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 words associated with Thanksgiving. Sample words are: canneberges, dinde, nourriture, pèlerin, rendre grâce, and tarte aux pommes. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in French and English. This can be used as a vocabulary bookmark and reference. 2 pages
Spanish Valentine's Day  2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Dia de los Enamorados
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Spanish Valentine's Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Dia de los Enamorados

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Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish Valentine's Day vocabulary words. This item also includes suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble, and read the booklet containing text and illustrations of common Valentine's Day items. Included are candy, hearts, love, Cupid, flowers, kisses, chocolates and roses. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will get in the holiday spirit sketching the Valentine's Day booklets and will enjoy sharing their creations with their classmates and family members! The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the Valentine's Day vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. Both versions can be used for interactive notebook activities. 6 pages
Spanish Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Mi Cumpleaños
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Spanish Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Mi Cumpleaños

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Students learn birthday vocabulary in a fun, hands on way with these 2 Spanish emergent reader booklets. Each contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. One contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and images. Words and phrases included are yo tengo ___ años, fiesta, pastel, sombrero de fiesta, piñata, globos, and regalo. They then sketch and create their own versions with the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. The booklets can be used anytime, but they're also very nice to have on hand for individual birthday surprises! 6 pages
Spanish Mother's Day Pictures and Sentence Completions
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Spanish Mother's Day Pictures and Sentence Completions

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Students will be reminded of the many things that their mothers do for them as they complete the sentence, "La mamá..." based on the 18 clip art images shown. Examples of pictures are caring for a child, cooking, changing a diaper, and reading with a child. The answer key is included, but answers will vary since some pictures will have more than one verb that will work. Also sold in my Spanish Vocabulary IDs Bundle of 32 Topics. 2 pages
Birthday Brag Tag Bracelets 5 Designs - My Birthday
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Birthday Brag Tag Bracelets 5 Designs - My Birthday

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These birthday brag tags are an inexpensive, fun way to make students feel special on their birthdays. All 5 designs have It's my birthday, with different clipart on each design. The 5 designs included are cake, ice cream cone, ribbons, balloons, and footballs. Just copy, cut, and affix the bracelets with tape or glue. Your students will wear them with pride! 5 pages
French Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Mon Anniversaire
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French Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Mon Anniversaire

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Students learn birthday vocabulary in a fun, hands on way with these 2 French emergent reader booklets. Each contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. One contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and images. Words and phrases included are j'ai __ ans, fête, gâteau, chapeau de fête, bougies, ballons, and cadeau. They then sketch and create their own versions with the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. The booklets are also helpful additions to interactive notebooks. The booklets can be used anytime, but they're also very nice to have on hand for individual birthday surprises! 6 pages
Spanish Labor Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Día de Trabajo
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Spanish Labor Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Día de Trabajo

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Students learn about Labor Day in a fun, hands on way with these 2 Spanish emergent reader booklets. Each contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. One contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and images. Words included are oficios, desfile, primer lunes de septiembre, unión, trabajadores, fábrica, and barbacoa. They then sketch and create their own versions with the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 6 pages
Spanish Three Kings Day Sentences Worksheet - Navidad
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Spanish Three Kings Day Sentences Worksheet - Navidad

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Students will gain cultural understanding of the Three Kings Day holiday as they translate these 12 Spanish to English sentences. They will practice constructions such as "tener que + infinitive" and "encanta + infinitive" along with vocabulary associated with the holiday such as "three kings bread", family, gifts, children, etc. Included in the download: 1. Student handout, 2 per page, with 17 vocabulary words 2. Full page of the 17 words in large font for full class viewing and practice. 3. Student worksheet 4. Answer key 4 pages
Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklet 3 Designs
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Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklet 3 Designs

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The booklets include simple sentences such as "I like turkey" and "I like to eat." There are 7 pages with different sentences plus a title page. The 3 designs include: 1. Text only design for students to illustrate - 1 sheet origami booklet 2. Text and clip art images - 1 sheet origami booklet 3. Text and clip art images for projecting in class for full class practice Also included is a page explaining the uses of the booklets and a link to instructions for folding the booklets. 4 pages
Spanish Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Word Search & Vocabulary
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Spanish Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Word Search & Vocabulary

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This Dia de los Muertos word search puzzle worksheet contains 22 clues for common Spanish Day of the Dead vocabulary words plus several clip art images. Students are instructed to: 1. Complete the word search 2. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture 3. Write the English vocabulary word next to each word A corresponding vocabulary list, copied 2 per page, is included. 2 pages
Spanish Ocean Marine Life 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Océano
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Spanish Ocean Marine Life 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - El Océano

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Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. One contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and images. Words included are orca, tortuga marina, calamar, medusa, pez ángel, pulpo, camarón antártico, tiburón azul, caballito de mar, cangrejo, ballena azul, mejillón, langosta, delfín, and raya con púa. They then sketch and create their own versions with the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 10 pages
Super Bowl 2017 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets in Spanish - Fútbol Americano
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Super Bowl 2017 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets in Spanish - Fútbol Americano

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Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with the Super Bowl. Examples are ball, team, coaches, referee, cheerleaders, stadium, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 10 pages
Super Bowl 2017 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Football
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Super Bowl 2017 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Football

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Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with the Super Bowl. Examples ball, team, coaches, referee, cheerleaders, stadium, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 10 pages
New Year's Traditions in Spanish Speaking Countries PowerPoint / Hispanic New Year Traditions
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New Year's Traditions in Spanish Speaking Countries PowerPoint / Hispanic New Year Traditions

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Entertain your students with this 13 slide PowerPoint depicting popular New Year's traditions in Spanish speaking countries. Traditions include eating the 12 grapes, wearing colored underwear for different purposes and dumping a bucket of water out a window to symbolize renewal. Each slide contains clip art and a vocabulary word or words in English and then the Spanish vocabulary word/s and an brief explanation of the tradition come out on mouse click. The slides can be printed and used to make a colorful bulletin board to start the New Year. 13 pages
French Chinese New Year 2017 - 2 Booklets Le Nouvel An Chinois
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French Chinese New Year 2017 - 2 Booklets Le Nouvel An Chinois

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Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common French words associated with Chinese New Year. Words included are lanterns, fireworks, gifts, dragons, envelopes, food, and rooster for Chinese New Year 2017, which is the Year of the Rooster. Suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page are also included. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations and they then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review, and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text. 6 pages
Spanish Speaking Countries Holidays and Festivals Student Research Activity
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Spanish Speaking Countries Holidays and Festivals Student Research Activity

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Students research several areas associated with holidays and festivals celebrated in Spanish speaking countries. The areas are date/s, food, events, music and dance, location, religious celebrations, countries that celebrate the holiday, and history of the holiday. Included: 1. 15 different templates, each with a different holiday and the categories listed previously. This is a fun investigative activity for students that can be completed in Spanish or English. 2. One template without the name of a holiday or festival to give you the option of adding more of either. 3. Page that includes several suggestions for using the materials such as a Foreign Language Week activity, Spanish Club activity, or just a homework assignment, to name a few. This has been used very successfully as a substitute teacher lesson in the computer lab. It's a great research activity for use with iPads or other tablets. The holidays can be researched one at a time over a period of several weeks which makes this a download of 15 assignments, or you can divide and distribute all 15 different templates and have different students working on different countries at the same time. 19 pages
French Halloween Smart Board 6 Games and Activities, and Vocabulary
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French Halloween Smart Board 6 Games and Activities, and Vocabulary

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Games and Activities included are: 2 Word Generators Random Word Chooser Word Guess Soccer Random Word Chooser Random Image Chooser The Random Word Chooser page contains 24 different French words, and the Random Image Chooser contains 36 different images. Please note that at the present, it isn't possible to add accent marks to the the games so they will not be shown. If the software is charged to allow, accents marks, the files will be revised and uploaded again.