Spanish Weather Vocabulary Game Cards and Flashcards - El Tiempo - Contents of the download: - 1 page with 16 weather images and no words - 1 page with 16 weather images with Spanish words - 1 page with 16 weather images with English words - 1 page with 16 weather images with Spanish words that come out on mouse click - 1 page with images and words of the 4 seasons with 3 weather images that pertain to each - 1 page of suggestions for using the game cards and flashcards A few of the activity ideas are: 1. Partner slap jack. 2. Print 2 copies for each set to use for playing the concentration game. 3. These cards can also be used as weather flashcards. Just distribute and have students write the vocabulary word on the reverse. 4. Finally, the slides can be projected for classroom vocabulary practice!

This writing activity can be done in Spanish or English, depending on your focus and the level of the students. It's a great way to introduce students to one of Spain's greatest artists, and to add culture to your class. Students first describe and write their interpretations of 6 different Dali paintings. They then research each to obtain more information about each. Included: - 2 pages with the 6 paintings for students to write their descriptions and interpretations - 2 pages with the 6 paintings for students to write their researched information - 3 pages, each containing 2 enlarged paintings with QR codes for researching each painting - 1 page with links and QR codes for researching each painting, copied 2 per page for student handouts, if desired Use this as a homework assignment, a partner activity, or project it and have students write descriptions and interpretations on the Smart Board.

Partners quiz each other to see who can get all vocabulary correct and climb "las escaleras", or the stairs. One student has the answer key and the other has the infinitives with subject pronouns. After one makes it to the top of the stairs, students switch parts. The download contains: 1. Activity page answer key grid for partner 1. This page contains 35 verb conjugations of 16 common -ar verbs such as hablar, cantar, bailar, buscar and caminar. They are copied 2 per page. 2. Activity page with infinitive/subject pronoun grid for partner 2. These are also copied 2 per page. 3. Instruction page with suggestions for the activity. 4. Quiz page. This contains the same verbs as the 2 activity pages but is in a quiz format with name, class period, and the total score. 5. Spanish/English vocabulary. These are copied 6 per page for student handouts. This is a good activity to use when -ar verbs are introduced and also as a review for back to school and throughout the year for upper levels. This activity is also available in the present tense. 5 pages

This is an alphabetized list of 215 adjectives used to describe people. The comprehensive list is great for beginners as well as for advanced students. They will use this reference often and for as long as they study Spanish!

Students practice 50 Spanish summer vocabulary words as they assemble 4 x 4 Spanish/English vocabulary puzzles. Each contains 25 different words. The download includes: 1. 2 puzzles, each with 25 different words 2. Bilingual Spanish/English 50 word vocabulary list for presenting and practicing pronunciation in class 3. Bilingual Spanish/English 50 word vocabulary list copied 2/page for paper saving student handouts 4. Tips and suggestions for using the puzzles. The summer vocabulary includes nouns, verbs and adjectives. Sample words are acampar, barbacoa, feria, gafas del sol, lluvia, olas, pescar, playa, traje de baño, vacaciones, and viajar. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzles 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. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzles in Spanish and English. These can be used as vocabulary bookmarks and references. The puzzles are great for the end of the school year, for summer school activities, and for back to school review. 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. 5 pages

Spanish Adjectives Mirror Sketch and Label Activity - Students sketch their self portraits in one mirror and then write adjectives used to describe themselves in the other. Uses and ideas for this activity: 1. This is a great practice activity when descriptive adjectives are introduced. 2. Use as a back to school review of descriptive adjectives. 3. This is a fun speaking activity when students present their completed sketches to their classmates. 4. Use at the beginning of the year and the end of the year to see how students progress throughout the year. 5. Decorate the hall or a bulletin with these colorful, personalized student creations. The download includes 8 slightly different versions of the activity to give flexibility and allow for differentiation. The 8 versions include: 1. Black and white mirrors, small mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, large mirror for self-portrait, instructions in Spanish. 2. Colored mirrors, small mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, large mirror for self-portrait, instructions in Spanish. 3. Black and white mirrors, large mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, small mirror for self-portrait, instructions in Spanish. 4. Black and white mirrors, small mirror for self-portrait, large mirror with 5 numbered spaces for adjectives, instructions in Spanish. The 4 remaining versions are the same except with instructions in English: 5. Black and white mirrors, small mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, large mirror for self-portrait, instructions in English. 6. Colored mirrors, small mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, large mirror for self-portrait, instructions in English. 7. Black and white mirrors, large mirror with 10 numbered spaces for adjectives, small mirror for self-portrait, instructions in English. 8. Black and white mirrors, small mirror for self-portrait, large mirror with 5 numbered spaces for adjectives, instructions in English.

This is a 13 line, 3 person conversation with greetings, introductions and leave takings that must be put in order for it to make sense. The ordering activity can can be completed by students in 2 ways: 1. Simply write the numbers on each rectangle 2. Students can first cut the rectangles and manually put them in order, either on a hard surface, or the pieces can be glued to paper. Other uses for the activity: 1. After completing the ordering task, students can practice and present the conversation as a 3-person dialogue. 2. The dialogue can be used as a written translation activity. After completing the ordering task, students can practice and present the conversation as a 3 person dialogue. The answer key is included.

This file contains 5 pages of conjugation forms with definitions of infinitive, conjugation, verb ending, and verb stem, plus 1 page of suggestions for using the forms. Also included on the 2 initial forms is a concise 3 step explanation of how to conjugate present tense verbs. The forms can be used in 3 stages: initial presentation, follow-up review and practice, routine note taking throughout the year when new verbs are presented. The forms are great for back to school review for upper levels, they can be used for conjugation quizzes, and also for conjugation homework assignments. 6 pages

French Christmas Crossword Worksheet and Vocabulary - This Christmas crossword puzzle contains 24 clues for common Christmas vocabulary words, plus 8 clip art images. Included in the download: 1. Crossword with 24 clues and 8 images to identify 2. Answer key 3. Large font vocabulary list for presenting and practicing pronunciation as a class 4. Small font 2/page vocabulary list for paper saving student handouts Students must: 1. Complete the crossword. 2. Write French vocabulary words under each picture. 3. Write the French vocabulary word next to each clue. This is a good substitute teacher lesson. After students complete the puzzle, partners can use the vocabulary lists and quiz each other on the new vocabulary. Happy holidays!

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 Christmas Word Search Worksheet and Vocabulary - This Christmas word search contains 24 clues for common Christmas vocabulary words, plus 8 clip art images. Included in the download: 1. Word search with 24 clues and 8 images to identify 2. Answer key with English words next to the clues 3. Large font vocabulary list for presenting and practicing pronunciation as a class 4. Small font 2/page vocabulary list for paper saving student handouts Students must: 1. Find the French words in the word search. 2. Write French vocabulary words under each picture. 3. Write the English vocabulary word next to each clue. This is a good substitute teacher lesson. After students complete the puzzle, partners can use the vocabulary lists and quiz each other on the new vocabulary. Happy holidays!

Students practice AR verb meanings and conjugations in a fun, interactive way with these games! These are 32 square board games containing 15 different common Spanish AR verbs. One board contains Spanish infinitives that students must translate to English, and the other contains Spanish infinitives that students must conjugate based on the subject pronouns provided. Students play in groups of 3 which include 2 players, and 1 moderator with the answer key. Students shake the die, move that number of spaces, say the answer, and see who reaches the end first. Included in the download are: 1. 2 Game boards (1 with infinitives to translate, 1 with infinitives that must be conjugated) 2. Vocabulary for presentation 3. Answer keys for the moderators 4. Teacher tips and instructions 5. Game instructions for students There are 2 designs of both game boards, black and white boards, and colored boards. The color version is included as an option should you decide to project and play the game as a class with 2 teams. Verbs included are ayudar, bailar, buscar, cantar, cocinar, comprar, enseñar, escuchar, gritar, hablar, llamar, mirar, preguntar, tocar, and trabajar. The games can be played when introducing AR verbs, for back to school review for students with prior Spanish experience, or a fun review before a test. 11 pages

Spanish Christmas Piñata Song with Actions Dale, Dale, Dale - Add some culture to your Spanish classes during the holiday season with this lively, fun, traditional song! Included: 1. One page with 1 song on it 2. One page with 2 songs on it for student handouts 3. One page with tips on how to use the song 4. One page with 4 flashcards of gold, silver, pinata, and plata 5. One page with song as a close exercise for students complete The English translation is included.

Spanish Christmas in School Poem - Casi Es la Navidad - This take-off from "Twas the Night Before Christmas", is a fun activity to use in the weeks leading up to the Christmas/winter holiday. It has the same cadence as Clement Clarke Moore's famous poem but focuses on students in the classroom just before Christmas and the new year instead of the atmosphere in and outside of a home on Christmas Eve. Unmotivated students jumping on desks suddenly begin working to prepare for the new year which gets their Spanish teacher very excited. Included in the 5 page download: 1. Poem in Spanish and English - full page for class presentation 2. Poem in Spanish and English - full page, but Spanish is close version 3. Poem in Spanish only - full page with lines on half so students can translate the Spanish to English 4. Poem in English only - full page with lines on half so students can translate English to Spanish 5. Poem in Spanish and English copied to per page for student handouts One page is for presenting in class and the other contains 2 poems per page for student handouts.

Surround your students with Spanish language with this 167 word classroom label set! The labels are on plain, white backgrounds to allow you to print them on colored paper, rather than using expensive color printing. There are labels for most anything in your classroom from school supplies like lápices, cuadernos, plumas, tijeras, and carpetas, to standard items in and parts of the classroom like reloj, pared, puerta, ventana, planta, borrador, computadora, cartel, diccionario, pegamento, and engrapadora. Some words have more than one version included to accommodate regional differences, and several words are included in both their singular and plural forms to give flexibility in the classroom. In addition to the very typical classroom items, several words commonly found in Spanish or bilingual classroom settings are included. Examples of these Hispanic culture words are piñata, calavera, castañuelas, esqueleto, toro, and sombrero. Finally, several of the shorter, common words are included twice since you may want to put more than one label on things like silla or suelo. The download includes a list of suggestions for using the labels. 45 pages Spanish back to school, vuelta al cole, classroom decorations, Spanish write the room

Spanish Christmas Word Wall / La Navidad - 40 Words with Pictures 2 Versions - The word wall contains vocabulary that relates to Christmas / Navidad, as well as las Posadas, Three King's Day, New Year's Eve, Night of the Radishes and the holiday season. Sample words are gifts, carols, elf, grapes (for midnight on New Year's Eve), radishes, snow blower, white Christmas, nativity, family, mistletoe, decorations, candy cane, Santa Claus, etc. There are 2 versions of the word wall included in the download, one with the definite articles and one without them. Use this resource to present and practice vocabulary, and print to post in your classroom for a colorful, holiday visual.

This is a fun song for children of all ages and sounds great sung in a round! For students studying grammar, it shows a nice contrast between the preterit and imperfect and helps them remember the difference once they’ve learned the song. There are 4 verses, each talking about about a very small mouse. Included: 1. One page with 1 song 2. One page with 2 songs for paper saving student handouts 3. One page with tips on how to use the song 4. One page with the song as a close exercise for students to complete The English translation is included. 5 pages

Students practice ER and IR verb meanings and conjugations in a fun, interactive way with these games! These are 32 square board games containing 15 different common Spanish ER and IR verbs. One board contains Spanish infinitives that students must translate to English, and the other contains Spanish infinitives that students must conjugate based on the subject pronouns provided. Students play in groups of 3 which include 2 players, and 1 moderator with the answer key. Students shake the die, move that number of spaces, say the answer, and see who reaches the end first. Included in the download are: 1. 2 Game boards (1 with infinitives to translate, 1 with infinitives that must be conjugated) 2. Vocabulary for presentation 3. Answer keys for the moderators 4. Teacher tips and instructions 5. Game instructions for students There are 2 designs of both game boards, black and white boards, and colored boards. The color version is included as an option should you decide to project and play the game as a class with 2 teams. Verbs included are abrir, aprender, asistir (a), barrer, beber, comer, comprender, correr, escribir, leer, permitir, recibir, romper, vender, and vivir. The games can be played when introducing ER and IR verbs, for back to school review for students with prior Spanish experience, or a fun review before a test. 11 pages

Students practice irregular verb meanings and conjugations in a fun, interactive way with these games! There are two 32 square board games containing 15 different common Spanish irregular verbs. One board contains Spanish infinitives that students must translate to English, and the other contains Spanish infinitives that students must conjugate based on the subject pronouns provided. Students play in groups of 3 which include 2 players, and 1 moderator with the answer key. Students shake the die, move that number of spaces, say the answer, and see who reaches the end first. Included in the download are: 1. 2 Game boards (1 with infinitives to translate, 1 with infinitives that must be conjugated) 2. Vocabulary for presentation 3. Answer keys for the moderators 4. Teacher tips and instructions 5. Game instructions for students There are 2 designs of both game boards, black and white boards, and colored boards. The color version is included as an option should you decide to project and play the game as a class with 2 teams. Verbs included are conducir, conocer, dar, decir, estar, hacer, ir, oír, poner, saber, salir, ser, tener, traducir, traer, and venir. The games can be played when introducing irregular verbs, for back to school review for students with prior Spanish experience, or a fun review before a test. 11 pages

This can be used as a midterm, final exam, final exam review assignment or back to school review assignment. It is most appropriate for levels 2 or higher and includes: 1. Infinitive verbs matching 2. Spanish speaking countries - students must supply 15 3. Preterit & Imperfect verb conjugations 4. Perfect tense matching 5. Changing adjectives to adverbs 6. Prepositions matching 7. Environment vocabulary matching 8. Future and Conditional regular and irregular verb conjugations 9. Subjunctive verbs conjugations 10. Subjunctive infinitive verbs matching 11. Saber/Conocer matching 12. Pero/Sino matching 13. Por/Para matching 14. Students supply meaning of subjunctive WEDDING acronym The file contains several matching sections to make it easy to correct. The answer key is included.