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.
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.
Spanish Reflexive Verbs 18 Infinitive Image IDs - Students write Spanish infinitive verbs under each of the 18 clip art images. Verbs included are daily routine verbs such as despertarse, ducharse, vestirse and peinarse. Also included are reciprocal reflexive verbs abrazarse and besarse. The assignment makes a nice review sheet when completed. It could also be cut apart and used for flashcards. The answer key can be projected to present, practice and review reflexive verbs.
Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common words associated with Earth Day such as pollution, nature and water. 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 images. 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.
Spanish Recycling Container Sketch and Label Vocabulary Activity - Students sketch and label on the recycling containers 10 items that can be recycled. There are 2 designs from which to choose. Students will enjoy practicing their speaking skills and showing off their creations as they proudly present their recycling sketches to their classmates! This is a fun activity for Earth Day or whenever the environment is studied. Instructions for the activity are included on the worksheet.
Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing clip art images and the following shapes: square, circle, oval, rectangle, triangle, cube and cone. 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 images. 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 shapes. 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.
Practice numbers and listening skills on Valentine's Day! This Spanish numbers listening activity will hold the attention of your students as they make their way around the oval and write the numbers that you dictate. After all numbers are dictated, students quickly do the math and find the correct number based on the numbers that they hear and wrote and how accurate their math skills are. They will be anxious to raise their hands and share their results! You choose the numbers for the activity so it can be used for very basic numbers or large numbers, depending on what your focus is. Teacher instructions and suggestions are included.
Spanish Adjectives of People Crossword - Students complete 3 tasks on this crossword containing 25 words commonly used to describe people. The tasks are: 1. Write the Spanish word next to each English clue 2. Complete the crossword 3. Write a Spanish adjective under each of the 5 clip art images The answer key is included.
French School Backpack Sketch and Label Activity - Students sketch and label 10 things that they put in their backpacks for school. There are 2 bilingual vocabulary boxes at the bottom of the page to assist students. Sample items are classroom objects such as pencil, notebook, book, plus other items that students might put their backpacks such as sunglasses and bus tickets.
Spanish Verb Conjugations 12 Infinitives - 4 Each AR/ER/IR - Students practice conjugating 4 forms for 12 different infinitives. The subject and Spanish infinitive are supplied. Students conjugate and supply the English meaning for each infinitive. The answer key is included.
Spanish Present Progressive 35 Spanish to English Translations Worksheet - Students practice the present progressive with a variety of Spanish ar, er, and ir verbs. There are a few vowel stem and stem change verbs, but most are regular verbs. The answer key is included.
Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with 24 reflexive verbs. The download includes a page with tips and suggestions for using the puzzles.
Sample verbs included are:
afeitarse, vestirse, bañarse, ducharse, peinarse, callarse, llamarse, maquillarse, and divertirse.
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 Spanish and English. This can be used as a vocabulary bookmark and reference.
This can be used when reflexives are 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.
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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 such as lanterns, fireworks, gifts, envelopes, food, and monkey for Chinese New Year 2016 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.
This puzzle is a great hands on way to practice fitness vocabulary! Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English puzzle with 28 health and fitness related vocabulary words. Sample words are:
abdominales, aliviar el estrés, bienestar, comida basura, consejo, entrenarse, estar en forma, hacer ejercicios, relajarse, sedentario, y vida saludable.
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 health and fitness 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
One booklet contains text and images, 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 Mon École, and 7 additional pages describing things pertaining to their school. Included are: my school, my teacher, new friends, my classroom, the playground, the cafeteria, and the library. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. There are 2 versions of the second page to give you the choice of using restaurant scolaire or cantine.
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 make helpful additions to French interactive notebooks.
This is a fun back to school activity for students that they can take home when completed, or the booklets can be kept in the classroom and given to them at the end of the year so they can see the progress that they've made throughout the year.
8 pages
Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing clip art images and the following shapes: square, circle, oval, rectangle, triangle, cube and cone.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 images. 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 shapes. 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.
Students fill in the blank with the correct ser conjugation and then translate the Spanish sentences to English. The sentences include many cognates. A sample sentence is, "Ellas son honestas e inteligentes."
2 pages
Spanish Winter Clothing 2 Emergent Readers - Ropa del Invierno - Warm up to winter with these winter clothing booklets! Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words for clothing worn in winter. One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Words included chaqueta, mitones, bufanda, botas, sueter, pantalon de nieve, and sombrero. 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 clip art images. 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.
Spanish Thanksgiving Theme Numbers and Math Listening Activity - This Spanish numbers listening activity will hold the attention of your students as they make their way around the oval writing the Spanish numbers that you dictate! After all numbers are dictated, students quickly do the math to find the correct final answer based on the numbers that they heard and wrote. They will be anxious to raise their hands and share their results! You choose the numbers for the activity so it can be used for very basic numbers or large numbers, depending on what your focus is. Instructions and suggestions for use are included.
Verbs included are: salir, poner, traer, saber, conocer, hacer, venir and oir. The worksheet includes a list of additional vocabulary to assist students with the assignment.
A sample sentence is "I go out on Fridays."
The answer key is included.
2 pages
This is a 2 part quiz on the basics of direct object pronouns. The 2 parts included:
1. Students supply the 8 Spanish direct object pronouns
2. Students translate 10 short sentences containing direct object pronouns. Examples are:
- I love him.
- She helps me.
The answer key is included.
2 pages
Students write a Spanish vegetable vocabulary word under each of the 18 clip art images. This can then be used for reference, as a study guide or students can cut apart the pictures and use them as flashcards after writing the vocabulary words on the reverse. Project this file to introduce and review the vocabulary.
The answer key is included.
2 pages