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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 Valentine's Day Love Poems - Poesia del Amor
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Spanish Valentine's Day Love Poems - Poesia del Amor

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Get your students in the mood for Valentine's Day with these 2 love poems in Spanish! Both are classics, one familiar in the English language and the other by a famous Spanish author. They're easy to learn, great for speaking and pronunciation practice, and perfect for adding excitement to the classroom when students present them to the class! Included: 1. Both poems on 1 page for in class presentation 2. Both poems on 1 page as close exercises 3. Both poems copied 2 per page for student handouts. 3 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
Spanish Future Tense Verbs - Chores Around the House
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Spanish Future Tense Verbs - Chores Around the House

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Spanish Future Tense Verbs - Chores Around the House - Students practice the future tense with verbs and vocabulary related to chores around the house. Sample verbs are limpiar el cuarto, barrer el piso, lavar los platos, quitar el polvo, hacer la cama and planchar la ropa. Included in this item are: 1. 10 English do Spanish sentence translations 2. 10 infinitive verb translations 3. 7 clip art image infinitive verb IDs 4. A complete conjugation of the verb comer in the future tense 5. Vocabulary box with adverbs of time such as "this afternoon", "today" and "tonight". 6. Vocabulary list of 10 chores infinitive verbs
Spanish Weather with Que Te Gusta Hacer Questions Worksheet
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Spanish Weather with Que Te Gusta Hacer Questions Worksheet

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Students must: 1. Respond in complete sentences to 11 questions about weather and preferred activities during different seasons and under different weather conditions. 2. Write a Spanish weather word under each of the 12 clip art images shown. Each question begins with "¿Qué te gusta hacer cuando...? / ¿Qué no te gusta hacer cuando...?" plus a season and/or weather condition. A sample question is: ¿Qué te gusta hacer en enero cuando nieva? Answers will vary, but there is a sample response key that can be used as an in class reading activity, or to prep students for the assignment.
French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 29 common class objects. Sample class objects are stylo, crayon, bureau, pupitre, gomme, tableau, chaise, and livre. 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 class objects vocabulary bookmark and reference.
French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles
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French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles

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French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles - Quirky characters and weather pictures will get the attention of your students and get them using newly acquired weather vocabulary and phrases. They'll beg to share their homework with the class! This French comic strip creative writing activity includes 6 different squares of characters, weather conditions, and speech bubbles for student writing. The instructions in English are included on the activity.
Spanish Adjectives Interview and Substitute Activity - 10 Questions
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Spanish Adjectives Interview and Substitute Activity - 10 Questions

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This activity provides student practice with ser, descriptive adjectives, and llamarse. Each student interviews a classmate asking for the name and description of people such as his/her mother, father, favorite actor, Spanish teacher, pet, favorite grandma, etc. The interviewers record the responses and then rewrite the information in the 3rd person. A sample question/answer is: Question - Como se llama y como es tu actor favorito? Notes - George Clooney. Guapo, talentoso e inteligente. 3rd person sentences - El actor favorito de Luisa se llama George Clooney. El es guapo, talentoso e inteligente. This can be done in or outside of class and is a good substitute teacher lesson and activity. Student answers will vary, but a sample answer key is included that can be used to prep students for the activity.
Spanish Adjectives 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Los Adjetivos
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Spanish Adjectives 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Los Adjetivos

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Spanish Adjectives 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Los Adjetivos - Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with 30 common adjectives used to describe people in terms of personality and appearance. Sample words are: trabajador, amable, simpático, leal, extraño, rubio, delgado, and hablador 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 an adjectives bookmark and reference.
Spanish Three Kings Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Three Kings Day Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 30 Spanish words associated with the Three Kings Day holiday, plus 9 clip art images. Sample words are camels, gold, three kings cake, shoes, nativity, charity, crown, holiday, water, hay, Melchior, Epiphany, parade, and Jesus. 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 Spanish words next to the clues Spanish holiday, dia de tres reyes, dia festivo, Spanish culture, Hispanic culture
Spanish Valentine's Day Bundle - 15 Items, 73 Pages - El Dia de San Valentin
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Spanish Valentine's Day Bundle - 15 Items, 73 Pages - El Dia de San Valentin

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Valentine's Day Bundle in Spanish - 15 Items - El Dia de San Valentin - Buy this bundle of fun activities and save! All items are also sold separately on TES. If purchased separately, this 73 page bundle would cost $36! Included: 1. Poesía del Amor / Cloze Activities, p. 3 2. Heart Sketches, p. 7 3. Bingo – 36 Cards & Vocabulary, p. 9 4. Vocabulary, 25 Words, p. 46 5. 34 Word Crossword Puzzle / Answer Key, p. 48 6. Descriptive Adjective Activity (Students LOVE this activity!), p. 50 7. 137 Word Adjectives Reference - English / Spanish, p. 54 - Your students will use this all year! 8. Vocabulary List for 17 Word Crossword, p. 58 9. 17 Word Crossword / Answer Key, p. 59 10. 18 Vocabulary IDs / Answer Key, p. 61 11. 24 Love Verbs & Direct Object Pronouns/Answer Key, p. 63 12. 2 Person Romeo & Juliette Skit, p. 65 13. Numbers Listening Activity, p. 66 14. Creative Writing Speech Bubbles, p. 68 15. Teacher to Student Valentine Cards - 2 sizes, p. 69 Many of these items can be used all year and also make great substitute lessons! Happy Valentine's Day!
Valentine's Day Descriptive Adjectives Writing Activity and Reference
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Valentine's Day Descriptive Adjectives Writing Activity and Reference

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Students of all ages LOVE this Valentine's Day activity! They practice writing descriptive adjectives about their classmates and at the end of the class, each has a Valentine's Day keepsake that many will talk about and save for years. Included in the download: 1. 3 numbered pages for the in class activity which is enough for a class of 42, if necessary. 2. 1 page with 138 descriptive adjectives of people for the Valentine's Day activity and future reference. 3. 1 page of instructions that include a sample of what each student will do in class and an explanation and example of a follow-up writing assignment. Happy Valentine's Day!
Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklets - The First Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklets - The First Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving Emergent Reader Booklets - The First Thanksgiving - These 2 emergent reader booklets contain Thanksgiving words such as pilgrims, Indians, turkeys, deer, corn, etc. Students cut, assemble and read the booklet containing text and illustrations. They then get to create their own version using the text only template. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish Thanksgiving words. This item also includes 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 Thanksgiving vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures that correspond to the text.
Spanish Preterit Irregular Yo Verbs Sentence Translations
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Spanish Preterit Irregular Yo Verbs Sentence Translations

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Students translate 15 English to Spanish sentences containing preterit irregular yo verbs and adverbs of time. A sample sentence is "I fished last winter." The Spanish infinitive is provided and the -car/-gar/-zar ending is in bold face to remind students of the change. The answer key is included. 2 pages
Spanish Stem Change Verbs Matching Squares Puzzle E-I AND E-IE
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Spanish Stem Change Verbs Matching Squares Puzzle E-I AND E-IE

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with 14 common stem change verb infinitives. 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. Sample verbs are: pedir, encender, pensar, servir, merendar, despertar, and more. All verbs are listed along side the puzzle in Spanish and English. Students can use the list to practice vocabulary with partners. The download includes a page with instructions and suggestions for use.
Spanish Weather Version II - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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Spanish Weather Version II - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Spanish Weather Version II - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish weather phrases. Sample phrases include hay neblina, hay trueno, está nublado, and hace fresco. Also included is a page of suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations, then create their own version using the text only template. Students will be proud of their creations and will have fun sharing them with classmates and family members! The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the weather phrases. 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 House - Que Hay en Tu Casa Booklet
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Spanish House - Que Hay en Tu Casa Booklet

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Spanish House - Que Hay en Tu Casa 2 Booklets - Students first read and cut out the Spanish Que Hay En Tu Casa Booklet which contains text and illustrations of the different rooms of the house such as living room, kitchen, dining room, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sharing their creations with family and friends which will help reinforce their language learning! Each booklet contains 8 pages. This item also includes 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 house 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 booklet pages can also be used as flashcards by folding under the text.
Spanish Three Kings Day Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Three Kings Day Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 30 clues for Spanish words associated with the Three Kings Day holiday, plus 9 clip art images. Sample words are camels, gold, three kings cake, shoes, nativity, charity, crown, holiday, water, hay, Melchior, Epiphany, parade, and Jesus. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the Spanish meaning next to each clue. 3. Complete 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 Spanish words next to the clues Spanish holiday, dia de tres reyes, dia festivo, Spanish culture, Hispanic culture
Spanish Farm Animals Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish Farm Animals Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 17 clues for common Spanish farm animals, and 11 clip art images. Sample words are dog, cat, cow, duck, goat, lamb, rooster, and donkey. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish farm animal words under each picture. 2. Write the Spanish meaning next to each clue. 3. Complete the puzzle. The download includes: 1. Bilingual vocabulary list, copied 4 per page for paper saving student handouts 2. Bilingual vocabulary list for class presentation and pronunciation practice 3. Answer key with the Spanish words next to the clues This activity is a helpful substitute teacher lesson. When students complete the crossword, they can quiz each other using the farm animals vocabulary list.
Spanish New Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish New Year Word Search Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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This New Year puzzle contains 27 clues for common Spanish New Year vocabulary words plus 12 clip art images for students to identify. Sample words are grapes, parade, celebration, friends, family, kiss, resolution, fireworks, hats, churros and chocolate, and parties. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the English meaning next to each clue. 3. Complete 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 New Year Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary
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Spanish New Year Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary

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Spanish New Year Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary - This New Year puzzle contains 27 clues for common Spanish New Year vocabulary words plus 9 clip art images. Sample words are grapes, parade, celebration, friends, family, kiss, resolution, fireworks, hats, and parties. Students are instructed to: 1. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture. 2. Write the Spanish meaning next to each clue. 3. Complete 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 Spanish words next to the clues