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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 Colors and Fruit 2 Booklets - De Quelle Couleur Est...?
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French Colors and Fruit 2 Booklets - De Quelle Couleur Est...?

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Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common French fruit words and 7 different French color words. Words included are apple, orange, lemon, grape, blueberry, pear and coconut. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations. Students then 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 fruit and colors 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. The booklets can also be used as flashcards by folding under the text on each page. 6 pages
Spanish Spring Vocabulary Coloring Activity and Classroom Sign
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Spanish Spring Vocabulary Coloring Activity and Classroom Sign

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Welcome spring with this colorful Spanish spring vocabulary activity and sign. The file contains: 1. Page with bubble letter words that students can color 2. Page with colored words that can be projected and used for vocabulary practice and printed to use as a colorful classroom sign There are 10 words on each page. Words included are primavera, charcos, nubes, pajaros (without accent mark), sol, hierba, lluvia, paraguas, caliente and brisas.
Spanish Future Sketch and Sentences - Future Tense or Ir A + Infinitive
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Spanish Future Sketch and Sentences - Future Tense or Ir A + Infinitive

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Students sketch inside the crystal ball what they see in their futures. They then describe their sketches by either writing a designated number of sentences (4 or 8), or a paragraph. There is a different version for each of the 3 versions included: - 4 sentences - 8 sentences - paragraph Both ir a + infinitive and the future tense will work well for this activity. Neither is specified to allow for flexibility with your students. This is a fun presentational activity, and the completed activities will look great decorating a bulletin board or hallway! 3 pages
Spanish Family and Animals Bookmarks / Bilingual Bookmarks
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Spanish Family and Animals Bookmarks / Bilingual Bookmarks

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Your students will love this handy reference with family words on one side and animal words on the other! The family side contains 22 common family words, and the other contains 23 common animals words. Just copy back to back, cut, and share with your students! You could also copy one side at a time, if you prefer to present and practice these topics separately. These bookmarks are great for back to school, Spanish class, bilingual classrooms, and even prizes for Spanish Club! 2 pages
Spanish Calendar 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Days, Months, Seasons
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Spanish Calendar 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Days, Months, Seasons

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English puzzle with 27 calendar related vocabulary words. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. The download includes a page with tips and suggestions for using the puzzles. Your students will love this engaging, hands on vocabulary activity! 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 Spanish and English. This can be used as a vocabulary bookmark and reference. This can be used when calendar vocabulary is introduced, and it is a great hands on, back to school review activity for students with prior Spanish experience. It's also a helpful sub lesson. After students complete the puzzle, they can use the vocabulary list to quiz each other on the vocabulary. 2 pages
Spanish Chores Matching Squares Puzzle and Vocabulary - Quehaceres
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Spanish Chores Matching Squares Puzzle and Vocabulary - Quehaceres

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Students love these cooperative learning, hands on vocabulary puzzles! With this activity, they'll practice 26 different chores as they assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle. Examples of chores included are cocinar la cena, poner la mesa, lavar el carro, pasar la aspiradora, and planchar la ropa. The puzzle contains a list of all words in Spanish alongside it and a bilingual vocabulary page copied 2/page for paper saving student handouts. Also included is a page of tips and suggestions for using the puzzles. Most words are repeated at least once which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for class sets (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. The puzzles are great to use for introducing and reviewing vocabulary, and they're also helpful for sub lessons. After students assemble the puzzles, they can use the vocabulary lists to quiz each other on the vocabulary. 3 pages
Spanish Colors and Patterns Matching Squares Puzzle - Los Colores
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Spanish Colors and Patterns Matching Squares Puzzle - Los Colores

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Students love these cooperative learning, hands on vocabulary puzzles! With this activity, they'll practice 18 colors and patterns as they assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle. All common colors are included, plus plateado, and dorado, and there are 4 different ways to say brown (de café, pardo, moreno, and castaño). Patterns included are de rayas, de cuadros, and de lunares. Also included are claro and oscuro. There are 23 different words all together. The puzzle contains a list of all words alongside it that can be used as a student reference or bookmark. Also included is a page of tips and suggestions for using the puzzles. Most words are repeated at least once which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for class sets (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. The puzzles are great to use for introducing and reviewing vocabulary, and they're also helpful for sub lessons. After students assemble the puzzles, they can use the vocabulary lists to quiz each other on the vocabulary. 2 pages
Spanish U.S. Presidential Election 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Las Elecciones
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Spanish U.S. Presidential Election 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Las Elecciones

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Students learn the names of the people and vocabulary associated with the presidential election 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. There are 2 versions of the page containing Barack Obama and the 2 candidates: one with the party symbols and one without. You may choose whichever best suits your purposes. 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. Names and vocabulary included are Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, el partido republicano, el partido democrático, la boleta, and la urna. 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
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
Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - My Birthday
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Birthday 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - My Birthday

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Students learn birthday vocabulary in a fun, hands on way with these 2 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 I am ___ years old, party, cake, party hat, candles, balloons, and gift. 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
French Birthday Brag Tag Bracelets 5 Designs - Mon Anniversaire
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French Birthday Brag Tag Bracelets 5 Designs - Mon Anniversaire

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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 C'est Mon Anniversaire, 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 Sports Matching Squares Puzzle - 26 Different Sports
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French Sports Matching Squares Puzzle - 26 Different Sports

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Challenge your students to assemble this 4 x 4 square bilingual puzzle with common French and English sports words! This is great hands on activity for vocabulary building with sports words. The puzzle contains a few cognates, but most of the 26 words are not. Sample words included are: aviron, corrida, equitation, être pom-pom, lutte, natation, pelote basque, and blanche à neige. 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. All words are listed alongside the puzzle in French and English. This list is helpful when students are assembling the puzzles, it can be used as a review list for partner or individual work, and it can also be used as a bookmark. 2 pages
French Avoir Expressions 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Avoir Expressions 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Students match French with English words for 22 different avoir expressions in this 4 x 4 square puzzle. Examples are avoir faim, avoir tort, avoir lieu, avoir envie de, and avoir chaud. Each of the 22 avoir idioms is used at least once, and several 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 which can be used as an avoir expressions bookmark and reference. 2 pages
French U.S. Presidential Election 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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French U.S. Presidential Election 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Students learn the names of the people and vocabulary associated with the U.S. presidential election 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. There are 2 versions of the page containing Barack Obama and the 2 candidates: one with the party symbols and one without. You may choose whichever best suits your purposes. 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. Names and vocabulary included are Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Parti républicain, Parti démocrate, bulletin de vote, and urne. 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 Numbers 2 Bilingual Coloring Booklets - Los Números 0 - 10
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Spanish Numbers 2 Bilingual Coloring Booklets - Los Números 0 - 10

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This is a set of 2 booklets, each containing numbers from 1 - 10. One has colored numbers and the other has bubble numbers that can be colored by students. Each booklet contains 12 pages: the title page with 11 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The colored version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the numbers. Both versions can be used for interactive notebook activities. 8 pages
Spanish September and School 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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Spanish September and School 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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One booklet contains text and illustrations and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish words associated with September and school such as teacher, friends, lunch, bus, etc. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations. 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. Both booklets make helpful additions to interactive notebooks. 6 pages