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 Final Exam Study Guide & General Reference - 30+ Topics! - This study guide and reference contains 30 numbered topics, plus several others that are sprinkled in wherever there is space for another helpful topic. Most items contain both explanations and examples, and several contain easy to remember mnemonics. This item is great for Spanish I and II students, but also a very good review for upper level students. Topics included are:
1. List of common vocabulary topics that should be reviewed
2. Present tense verbs (verb endings, regular, irregular and stem change)
3. Present progressive
4. Preterit regular verbs
5. Preterit irregular verbs including "sole" verbs and car/gar/zar verbs
6. Direct and indirect object pronouns
7. Reflexive verbs
8. Possessive adjectives
9. Personal "a"
10. Demonstrative adjectives
11. Negative sentences
12. Regular and irregular informal affirmative commands
13. Doler
14. Tener que + infinitive
14a.Possessive de
15. Numbers
15a.Tener idioms
16. Cuanto cuesta/n
17. Equal and Unequal comparisons
18. Prepositions of location
19. Interrogatives
20. Weather & seasons
21. Time
22. Calendar - months, days, adverbs of time
22a.Contractions
23. Saber & Conocer
23a.Plurals and adjective agreement
24. Deber + infinitive
25. Ir a + infinitive
26. Con + subject pronouns
27. Imperfect - includes full conjugations of the 3 irregulars, conjugations of 1 AR and 1 ER/IR verb, a rhyme to remember difference between preterit and imperfect uses AND an acronym for imperfect uses.
28. Gustar verbs
29. Acabar de + infinitive
30. Por and Para acronyms
This item will assist with in class group review and as a handout it will be a valuable reference for your students now and in the future.
4 pages
This Spanish numbers word search puzzle has instructions for students to:
1. Write the English word next to the Spanish number words
2. Find the Spanish number words in the word search
3. Write a Spanish number word under each of the 9 digit images.
2 pages
Included in this activity:
1. 20 digits to write as Spanish number words
2. 5 questions to write using cuántos or cuántas with classroom vocabulary
3. 5 clip art images of classroom objects to identify and write the quantity as a Spanish number.
There are examples with a grammar explanation of the questions that students must write.
The answer key is included.
2 pages
This word search contains 20 Spanish color words and pattern words such as polka dot and striped. Instructions are given to also write an appropriate Spanish color word under each clip art image shown and the English translation next to the Spanish words listed so students get plenty of practice with the vocabulary.
This can also be purchased as part of my Spanish Colors Bundle.
The answer key is included.
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
This is a 2-person, 13 line skit between 2 friends with a focus on Spanish colors. One asks the other several questions about her favorite colors. Key words and phrases used are te gusta, me encanta, de qué color, tengo, qué tienes, no tengo, and no me digas. There are 7 different color words used in the skit.
Included in the download:
1. Bilingual Spanish and English skit, copied 2 per page for student handouts.
2. Spanish only skit, copied 2/page for student handouts. This can be used as a translation assignment.
3. Bilingual Spanish and English skit in large font that can be projected. Use for presenting and practicing vocabulary.
3. Bilingual Spanish only skit in large font that can be projected. Use for presenting and practicing vocabulary.
4 pages
Students sketch and color a minimum of 10 clothing items and accessories that they will take with them on a trip to Spain. They then write the corresponding Spanish words under the sketched items. Students enjoy practicing their speaking skills as they proudly present their creations to their classmates.
Included in the download:
1. Suitcase with instructions for the activity.
2. Suitcase without instructions to allow modified use.
3. Suitcase without instructions with "buen viaje".
4. Clothing vocabulary list with 20 words copied 2/page for student handouts.
4 pages
Students sketch and color a minimum of 10 foods that they will take with them on a picnic. They then write the corresponding Spanish words under the sketched items. This is a great activity for speaking practice because students enjoy presenting their creations to their classmates. It's also a fun activity at the end of the school year as students are thinking about summer activities and vacation!
Instructions for the activity are included on the worksheet.
1 page
Students practice Spanish numbers, animals, and the verb hay with this activity. They respond to 7 cuántos/cuántas hay plus animal vocabulary questions based on the number of clip art images shown. They also write the Spanish translation for 6 animal vocabulary words.
The answer key is included.
2 pages
This file contains 21 different adjectives commonly used to describe people. This PowerPoint can be used in the following ways:
1. Print and post as a colorful student reference
2. Project in the classroom to review Spanish adjectives. The adjectives appear on mouse click.
3. Assign as homework. Have students write the English meaning under each Spanish word.
There are 2 designs, with and without a yellow frame.
2 pages
Included:
1. Crossword with 29 clues
2. 14 clip art images for students to identify
3. 29 word vocabulary list copied 2 per page for student handouts
4. 29 word vocabulary list to project in class for presentation and pronunciation practice
5. Answer key
Nouns included pertain to personal care and things found in the bathroom and bedroom. Sample nouns are: maquillaje, navaja, peine, tocador, manta, cepillo, jabon, champu, almohada and despertador.
This item makes a great substitute lesson. After completing the worksheet, partners can quiz each other and practice vocabulary from the vocabulary list.
4 pages
Students practice gender and number agreement with descriptive adjectives used for people and different forms of the verb ser. Sentences contain 2 - 3 adjectives each. Examples of nouns used in the sentences are mom, boyfriend, girls, and teachers. There are also 12 English adjectives to translate to Spanish.
The answer key is included.
2 pages
Students compose 10 sentences describing the people listed using ser and at least 2 descriptive adjectives for each. They must also conjugate ser twice - once at the top of paper and once at the bottom. Since answers will vary, the answer key is not included.
1 page
This is a 36 point quiz containing 2 sets of 15 Spanish and English matching of descriptive adjectives commonly used for people. Students must also answer 2 questions on agreement in number and gender of nouns and adjectives such as "the funny girl." This item could also be used as a homework worksheet. The answer key is included.
2 pages
Students assemble a 4 x 4 bilingual Spanish/English vocabulary puzzle with common ER and IR verbs. There are 24 different verbs used in the puzzle. Sample verbs are comer, beber, aprender, leer, vivir, abrir and escribir. 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. All words are listed alongside the puzzle in Spanish and English. This list is helpful when students are assembling the puzzles and also makes a good review list or bookmark.
2 pages
Students fill in the 18 blanks with estar conjugations and then translate the Spanish sentences to English. The sentences contain common words and several cognates.
The answer key is included.
2 pages
Students practice Spanish numbers from 1 - 10, Spanish colors, and counting in a fun, hands on way with these 2 Spanish emergent reader booklets. Each contains 12 pages: the title page with 11 additional pages. One booklet contains text and images, and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Each page of both booklets has Hay + number + manzanas + color word. An example is Hay dos manzanas amarillas. 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. 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. Both booklets are helpful additions to interactive notebooks.
8 pages
Students practice Spanish feelings words with these booklets. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. 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 words associated with fire safety. The title page asks ¿Cómo Están Las Calabazas? and the 7 pages that follow contain the word calabaza with a feelings word. Sample words are feliz, enojada, and sorprendida. 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 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
Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing clip art images and autumn vocabulary such as apples, pumpkins, acorns, etc. 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. Both versions can be used for interactive notebook activities.
6 pages
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.
The download includes an instruction page.
2 pages