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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.
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 Numbers Listening and Math Activity - St. Patrick's Day Theme
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Spanish Numbers Listening and Math Activity - St. Patrick's Day Theme

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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 your focus. 2 pages
4th of July 2 Emergent Reader Booklets and Presentation
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4th of July 2 Emergent Reader Booklets and Presentation

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4th of July 2 Emergent Reader Booklets and Presentation - 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. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words associated with the 4th of July such as fireworks, barbeque, picnic, etc. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. 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 Preterit 70 AR/ER/IR Regular Verb Conjugations Worksheet
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Spanish Preterit 70 AR/ER/IR Regular Verb Conjugations Worksheet

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Spanish Preterit 70 AR/ER/IR Regular Verb Conjugations Worksheet - Students conjugate 70 regular -ar, -er and -ir verbs. The verb is provided and students must conjugate it based on the subject. Sample verbs included are caminar, nadar, escribir, cantar, abrir, correr, aprender, comer, vivir, hablar and bailar. Each verb listed is used several times with different subjects to give students plenty of practice with the different conjugations. Both sets of preterit verb endings are provided for student reference. The answer key is included.
Spanish Winter Crossword Puzzle and Image IDs
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Spanish Winter Crossword Puzzle and Image IDs

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Spanish Winter Crossword Puzzle and Image IDs - This activity contains 54 clues for winter vocabulary. Students are instructed to: 1. Complete the crossword. 2. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 3. Write the Spanish vocabulary word next to each clue. The crossword includes winter vocabulary associated with weather, winter clothing, outdoor activities, winter sports, and other words common during winter such as fireplace, soup, goosebumps, and slush. The download can be used as a fun substitute lesson plan. When students complete the worksheet activities, they can quiz each other on the winter vocabulary using the page that contains the clues. The answer key is included.
Spanish Winter Word Search Puzzle and Image IDs
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Spanish Winter Word Search Puzzle and Image IDs

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Spanish Winter Word Search Puzzle and Image IDs - This activity contains 54 winter vocabulary words. Students are instructed to: 1. Complete the word search. 2. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 3. Write the Spanish vocabulary word next to each word. The word search includes winter vocabulary associated with weather, winter clothing, outdoor activities, winter sports, and other words common during winter such as fireplace, soup, goosebumps, and slush. The download can be used as a fun substitute lesson plan. When students complete the worksheet activities, they can quiz each other on the winter vocabulary using the page that contains the list of words to be found in the word search. The answer key for the words to be found in included.
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
Spanish Thanksgiving Booklet / Accion de Gracias - Elementary
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Spanish Thanksgiving Booklet / Accion de Gracias - Elementary

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Spanish Thanksgiving Booklet / Accion de Gracias - Elementary - This item includes 4 different designs of a Spanish Thanksgiving food vocabulary booklet. Each emergent reader booklet contains 8 pages with Spanish phrases such as "Me gusta el pavo" at the top. One design has Spanish phrases only and 1 has Spanish and English phrases. For these 2 designs, students draw their own pictures in the booklets. The other 2 designs have Spanish and English with pictures and are to be used for reading and pronunciation practice, either alone, with a partner or to a family member for a homework assignment. Also included is a page explaining the uses of the booklets and a link to instructions for folding the booklets. Acción de Gracias, dia festivo, Spanish holiday
Spanish 30 False Cognates Translations and Image IDs Worksheet
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Spanish 30 False Cognates Translations and Image IDs Worksheet

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These are fun activities because many of the English translations of the false cognates are so different than the meanings that students expect. The activities are great for dictionary practice, and work well for substitute teacher lessons. Examples of the 30 false cognates are: arena campo receta tuna carpeta noticia recordar The download includes: 1. One page with 30 false cognates that students must translate to English. The answer key is also included. 2. One page with 30 false cognates and 2 columns for students to complete: One with the English word that the cognate resembles, and one with the actual translation of the English word that the cognate resembles. This is to show students how vastly different many of the meanings are. The answer key is also included.
Spanish Writing Prompt - Ideal Boyfriend or Girlfriend
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Spanish Writing Prompt - Ideal Boyfriend or Girlfriend

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Spanish Writing Prompt - Ideal Boyfriend or Girlfriend - Students describe their ideal boyfriend or girlfriend in terms of personality, likes and dislikes and hobbies and interests. Included are: Writing prompt with suggested vocabulary as follows: • 18 descriptive adjectives of personality • 11 hobbies such as sports, reading, playing video games, etc. • 23 additional vocabulary words and phrases to assist students with their writing task. Included are: adverbs of time such as siempre, rara vez and los fines de semana; le gusta + infinitive; debe + infinitive; sabe + infinitive and more! This activity can be used any time of year and makes an especially fun Valentine's Day writing activity!
French Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklet 3 Designs
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French Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklet 3 Designs

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French Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklet 3 Designs - 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 in each booklet. 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. Created by Sue Summers 4 page download
Favorite Things Sketch and Label Activity
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Favorite Things Sketch and Label Activity

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Students showcase 8 of their favorite things with this hands on sketch and label activity. Favorites included are food, sport, color, animal, class, ice cream, season, and game. Each includes a sketch square and a line to write the favorite, as well as lines for name, age, and date. There is a larger square in the center where students sketch their self portraits. The download includes: 1. Favorites activity page 2. Completed activity page sample 3. Vocabulary page for introducing and practicing vocabulary Uses and suggestions for this activity: 1. Have students complete this at the beginning and the end of the year to show their growth and changes. 2. Use as a fun speaking activity when students present their completed favorites activities to their classmates. 3. Decorate the hall or a bulletin board. 3 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 Cinco de Mayo Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Cinco de Mayo Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 15 clues for words, places and people associated with Cinco de Mayo, and 7 images representing the clues. Sample words are: desfiles, México, Francia, tortillas, celebración, cinco de mayo, mariachi, Puebla, and Napoleón. Students complete 3 tasks: Write Spanish words under each picture. Write the Spanish meaning next to each clue. Complete the puzzle with Spanish words. This resource includes: Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 2 per page for paper saving student handouts Crossword puzzle Answer key with the Spanish words next to the clues 3 pages
Nursery Rhyme Hey Diddle Diddle 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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Nursery Rhyme Hey Diddle Diddle 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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There are 2 versions of the booklets to allow for differentiation, and each version contains 2 sets. Version 1 contains phrases or sentences, and Version 2 contains individual words only. Each set contains one booklet with text and images and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Both booklets contain a title page and 7 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut out and read the text/images booklet. They then sketch and cut out the text only booklet. These can be shared with classmates, or taken home and read to family members. 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. The booklets can also be used as flashcards by folding under the text on each page.
French House Diagram and Labeling Activity - La Maison
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French House Diagram and Labeling Activity - La Maison

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This resource contains a bird's eye view of a house. There is one page labeled as follows: 1. 10 labeled rooms, plus garage, patio, and hallway 2. Each room word is underlined and the contents of each room are labeled with arrows pointing to many of the words. 3. There are over 50 images labeled with French words. There is also one page with images that students can label. Uses for this resource: 1. Present and practice vocabulary 2. Labeling assignment for students 3. Practice prepositions of location - give each student a copy of the diagram. Dictate 2 words and have students determine an appropriate French preposition for the words. 4. Students write about each room of the house using the words contained in each. Also included is an additional page with suggested uses.
Spanish Easter Poem, Crossword, Cloze Activity and Vocabulary List
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Spanish Easter Poem, Crossword, Cloze Activity and Vocabulary List

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Spanish Easter Poem, Crossword, Cloze Activity and Vocabulary List - This original rhyming 4 stanza poem about Easter eggs includes 4 color adjectives, 3 pattern words and mentions places that Easter eggs can be found such as in a basket, on the grass and even on the beaches! The lines are easy to learn for students of all ages. Also included with the poem: 1. A cloze exercise of the poem 2. Crossword with Easter vocabulary from the poem. Students complete the crossword, write the Spanish word next to the English clue and write Spanish words under the 8 clip art images shown. 3. 19 word vocabulary list for use in completing the crossword and cloze activity. These are copied 2 per page for student handouts. Felices Pascuas!
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 Christmas Word Search Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Christmas Word Search Worksheet and Vocabulary

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Spanish Christmas Word Search Worksheet and Vocabulary - This Christmas word search puzzle contains 27 clues for common Christmas vocabulary words plus 8 clip art images. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the English meaning next to each clue. 3. Find the words in the puzzle. The download includes: 1. Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 2 per page for student handouts 2. Bilingual vocabulary list for class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. Answer key with the English words next to the clues
Spanish Family PowerPoint Project - La Familia
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Spanish Family PowerPoint Project - La Familia

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Spanish Family PowerPoint Project - Students love this project! They enjoy creating the family projects on the computer, presenting their projects in class and viewing the PowerPoint presentations created by their classmates so they get a lot of practice with family vocabulary and grammar. Students must create a 6 slide presentation that includes information on birthdays, age, physical and personality descriptions and the verbs gustar and encantar for likes and dislikes. They get substantial practice with the verbs tener and ser. The project contains the following: 1. Grading criterion 2. Vocabulary bank 3. Explanations on how to properly state age, birthdays, physical and personality descriptions, language for introductions, gustar and encantar usage 4. Computer codes for Spanish accents and punctuation 5. Sample family descriptions 6. Project explanation This is a great culminating project for a unit on family and also makes a great substitute activity. Three to four days in the computer lab is usually sufficient to complete the project. Your students will have fun and reap many benefits from it!