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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 Family J'aime Ma Famille 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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French Family J'aime Ma Famille 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common French family words. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of family members. They then sketch family members and create their own version using the text only template. Words included are mère, père, frère, soeur, grand-mère, grand-père, and chien. These booklets can be used anytime, but also work great as a Valentine's Day activity! The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the family 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.
French Family and Pets Word Search Puzzle, Image IDs, and
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French Family and Pets Word Search Puzzle, Image IDs, and

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This word search contains 24 clues for French family and pets words. Sample words are: sœur, cousine, demi-frère, chien, maman, papa, mère, and grand-père. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the English translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 9 clip art images 3. Find the 24 words in the word search The download includes: 1. Word search 2. Answer key with English translations 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts
French Family and Pets Vocabulary Reference - 65 + Words!
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French Family and Pets Vocabulary Reference - 65 + Words!

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This French family and pets vocabulary list includes over 65 words. The vocabulary is alphabetized both French to English and English to French. It can be used as a student handout reference, copied onto a transparency, or projected to the entire class for introducing or reviewing family and pets vocabulary.
French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 different French family words. Sample words are: maman, père, chien, tante, sœur, jumeau, petits-enfants, demi-frère, chat, fille, and grand-mère. 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 family and pets vocabulary bookmark and reference.
French Family and Pets Crossword Puzzle, Image IDs, and Vocabulary
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French Family and Pets Crossword Puzzle, Image IDs, and Vocabulary

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This crossword contains 25 clues for French family and pets words. Sample words are: sœur, cousine, demi-frère, chien, maman, papa, mère, and grand-père. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the French translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 9 clip art images 3. Complete the crossword The 3 page download includes: 1. Crossword 2. Answer key 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts
French Easter 2 Emergent Readers Booklets
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French Easter 2 Emergent Readers Booklets

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Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing French Easter vocabulary. Suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page are also included. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of common Easter vocabulary. 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 vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures that correspond to the text.
French Earth Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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French Earth Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common French words associated with Earth Day. Words included are recyclage, boîtes, verres, nature, eau, faune, and pollution. 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.
French Continents 2 Booklets
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French Continents 2 Booklets

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French Continents 2 Booklets - Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing clip art images and names of the 7 continents. 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 the continents and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice the continents. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to each continent.
French Cognate Human Bingo Get to Know You Activity
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French Cognate Human Bingo Get to Know You Activity

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French Cognate Human Bingo Get to Know You Activity - Help beginning students get to know their classmates and build confidence about learning French with this fun ice-breaker cognate activity. They'll be reading, comprehending, and speaking French right from the start! Each student mingles with a bingo grid and must ask classmates if the grid facts apply to them. The grids contain sentences such as, "Je danse dans le studio." There will be words that students don't know, but all squares contain easily recognizable cognates that will help students navigate meaning. When a student replies yes that a fact applies, the name is written in the box. When a student fills the entire grid, he says, Bingo!" The download includes a follow-up written assignment. Students are to write what they think each sentence means and write the French cognate for 6 clip art images. This activity can also be used as a back to school refresher for continuing French students. 2 pages
French Clothing Travel Suitcase Sketch and Label Worksheet
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French Clothing Travel Suitcase Sketch and Label Worksheet

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This is a fun, creative way for students to practice French clothing and travel accessories vocabulary. They enjoy the activity and have fun sharing their creations with their classmates. This download contains 2 versions of the suitcase. One has instructions to sketch and label a minimum of 10 clothing items and accessories that they will take with them on a trip. The other doesn't have any instructions to give more flexibility for its use.
French Clothing Cut and Paste / Game Cards
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French Clothing Cut and Paste / Game Cards

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This download contains: 1. 1 page of 12 summer clothing items and accessories for students to cut and paste, plus a corresponding grid page containing vocabulary words onto which students paste the summer clothing words. 2. 1 page of 12 winter clothing and accessories for students to cut and paste, plus a corresponding grid page containing vocabulary words onto which students paste the winter clothing words. Other activity ideas: Both of the above contain a page with the answer key that can also be projected in class to present and review the clothing vocabulary. The grid pages can be projected and students can make quick clothing sketches on the Smart Board. These pages can also be printed and used as a quick sketch quiz. The clothing pictures can be printed and used for individual flashcards or slap-jack cards. Print 2 or more of each and use the cards for playing memory or "go fish".
French Clothing and Accessories Word Search Puzzle and Vocabulary
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French Clothing and Accessories Word Search Puzzle and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 24 French clothing and accessories words. Most of the words are clothing accessories such as anneau, lunettes, casquette, montre, gants, parapluie, and sac à main. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the English translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 11 clip art images 3. Find the words in the word search The download includes: 1. Word search puzzle 2. Answer key with English translations next to the French words 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts 4. Large font vocabulary page for presenting and practicing vocabulary as a class.
French Clothing and Accessories Crossword Puzzle, and Images
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French Clothing and Accessories Crossword Puzzle, and Images

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French Clothing and Accessories Crossword Puzzle, and Images - This crossword puzzle contains 23 clues for French clothing and accessories words. Most of the words are clothing accessories such as anneau, lunettes, casquette, montre, gants, parapluie, and sac à main. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the French translation next to each clue. 2. Write a French word under each of the 11 clip art images. 3. Complete the crossword. The download includes: 1. Crossword puzzle 2. Answer key with French translations next to the English clues 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts 4. Large font vocabulary page for presenting and practicing vocabulary as a class These materials work well for substitute lessons. After students complete the crossword, they can choose partners and quiz each other using the vocabulary lists.
French Clothing and Accessories 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Clothing and Accessories 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 24 common clothing words and accessories. Most of the words are accessories, and several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Sample words are gants, chapeau, parapluie, anneau, mitaines, lunettes, mouchoir, montre, bijoux, and cravate. 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 clothing/accessories bookmark and reference.
French Clothing 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Clothing 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 common clothing words. 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 clothing bookmark and reference.
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 Calendar Signs & Bulletin Board - Days & Months
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French Calendar Signs & Bulletin Board - Days & Months

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Brighten your classroom with these colorful French days of the week and months of the year signs...just color print and hang! Each day of the week sign features a colorful sports car that matches the color of its border. The months of the year signs contain images such as holidays that are associated with each month. This item can also be used as a PowerPoint to introduce and review the calendar vocabulary. Each slide has colorful clip art and a vocabulary word that appears on mouse click.
French Bookmark With Name and Age
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French Bookmark With Name and Age

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French Bookmark With Name and Age - Give your students a back to school tool to help them remember the basic phrases "My name is" and "I'm ___ years old." The bookmarks are bilingual, French and English, and there are 5 bookmarks on the page.
French Body Parts 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Le Corps
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French Body Parts 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Le Corps

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 of the most common body parts words. 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 body parts bookmark and reference. 2 pages
French Back to School Bienvenue Bookmark
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French Back to School Bienvenue Bookmark

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Welcome your French students with these 2 colorful Bienvenue bookmarks! One design allows students to color the word Bienvenue and the other has Bienvenue filled in. Both say francais and je m'appelle (students can write their names here).