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.
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.
Spanish Numbers and Pets 2 Booklets - Cuantos Hay? Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and images of common pets such as dog, cat, bird, horse, etc. Hay with a number and animal is repeated 7 times so students learn the word quickly and easily. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sketching the pets and will share them enthusiastically with their classmates and family members! Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish pet 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 pet 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.
Spanish Verbs Saber and Conocer and Image IDs - Students must:
1. Filll in the blank with the correct conjugation of the either saber and conocer
2. Translate the 8 sentences to English
3. Write a Spanish word under the 8 clip art images
The sentences contain words that are either cognates or in a word bank. This activity works well for students new to these verbs and is good for back to school review for upper levels of Spanish. Both verbs are fully conjugated for student reference. The answer key is included.
French Professions 18 Vocabulary Image IDs - Students write a French professions vocabulary word under each picture. This can be used for reference and a study guide when complete or students can cut it apart, write the French words on the back of each picture and make flashcards. It can also be projected and used to play the flyswatter game.
The answer key is included. This is great for introducing and reviewing vocabulary together in class.
2 pages
This Spanish Back to School Bundle contains the basics to get the year started! There are 10 assignment worksheets and 6 Notes/Reference sheets as follows:
1. Greetings and Leave Takings Crossword
2. Greetings Vocabulary Reference
3. 18 Translations Greetings and Basics (courtesies, titles, etc.) / Answer Key
4. Numbers Reference
5. Cuantos Anos? 10 Questions, 24 Number Words / Answer Key
6. 20 Numbers, 5 Questions with Class Objects / Answer Key
7. 10 Math Problems, 10 Numbers Patterns, 5 Images (Number Word Activity) / Answer Key
8. Alphabet Chant, Alphabet Explanation, Vowels Rhyme
9. 3 Greetings Dialogues Fill in the Blank / Answer Key
10. 3 Introductions Dialogues Fill in the Blank / Answer Key
11. Calendar & Seasons Word Search / Answer Key
12. Days of the Week Notes and Student Reference
13. Days of the Week & Months of the Year Spelling Practice
14. Days and Months with Before and After / Answer Key
15. Months of the Year Full Page
16. Months of the Year Student Reference Half Sheet
These items are also listed individually. Purchasing the bundle offers substantial savings!
Created by Sue Summers
Spanish Easter Crossword Puzzle Worksheet and Vocabulary - This activity contains 24 clues for words associated with the Spanish Easter holiday season and spring.
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 download can be used as a fun substitute lesson plan. When students complete the worksheet activities, they can quiz each other on the vocabulary.
Included in the 3 page download:
1. Crossword puzzle and answer key
2. 2-per page vocabulary list for student handouts and pair work
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
This activity uses the preterit with 16 different weekend activities. The majority of verbs are regular. Examples of verbs are: cocinar, limpiar, escribir, caminar, ir de compras, and jugar. Students will practice 3 forms of each verb with these activities. Each student mingles with a bingo grid and must find different classmates that can reply yes when asked about statements in each of the 16 boxes. A sample statement is, "Caminé con mi perro." When a student replies yes to the questions, the questioning student follows up by asking in Spanish for the student's signature. The goal is to be the first student to fill the entire bingo grid.
Also included is a follow up worksheet that requires students to:
1. Write a sentence for each of the 16 boxes in the grid. The student includes the name of the student that signed the box and must change the verbs to the third person.
2. Write an appropriate Spanish infinitive verb under 6 images at the bottom of the paper.
These are fun activities for students learning the preterit, and they're also great back to school get to know you / review activities for students with prior Spanish experience. Students love to talk about their weekend and this allows them to do so, but in Spanish!
Each booklet contains 12 pages: the title page with 11 additional pages containing common Spanish family words. Words included are mamá, papá, abuelo/a, primo/a, tío/a, hermano/a, and perro. 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. "Quiero a mi" is repeated 12 times so students learn the phrase quickly and easily. They then create their own version using the text only template. They'll enjoy sharing their creations with the family members featured in their booklets. These booklets work great as a Spanish 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.
The bundled price of $15 offers a savings of $18.75!Spanish Colors Unit - Vocabulary, Game and Flashcards, Worksheets - This colors bundle provides lots of practice in a variety of ways for your students! Use this packet for back to school and throughout the year for review of vocabulary. There are 7 practice worksheets, 1 skit, 1 vocabulary reference, 1 quiz, 2 sets of game / flashcards and 1 classroom poster. The 25 pages are comprised of: Contents: 1. Colors Vocabulary Reference, p. 2 2. Crossword / Answer Key (of clues only), p. 3 3. Word Search / Answer Key (of translations only), p. 5 4. Colors Skit for 2 Students, p. 7 5. Colors and Class Objects / Answer Key, p. 8 6. 16 Colors Game Cards, p. 10 7. Student Flashcards – Words & Color Circles, p. 11 8. Student Flashcards – Words Only, p. 12 9. Los Colores Colored Word Poster, p. 13 10. Colors Listening Activity with Shapes, p. 14 11. 15 Animals with Color Adjectives, p. 17 12. 16 Color IDs of random nouns / Answer Key, p. 20 13. 12 Color IDs of Random Nouns ½ Sheet / Answer Key, p. 22 14. 15 Colors Matching Quiz / Answer Key, p. 23 15. Coloring Balloons, p. 25 These items may also be purchased individually on TES.
Spanish New Year Writing Assignment / Essay - Querer + Infinitive - This item contains 2 assignments. The first is a writing prompt with 29 Spanish infinitives/holiday words, plus the months of the year. Students write about what they want to do in each month of the new year. There is a variety of suggested vocabulary which makes it easy for students to complete their writing assignments and makes this item useful for all levels of Spanish. Vocabulary includes many holidays such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Easter and more. A 100 - 200 word essay works well for first year students. The word count can be changed for other levels and varying ability levels. The second assignment is a 279 word sample essay. The sample essay makes a great translation homework assignment or it can be used for full class viewing to prep students to write their own essays. Both activities make great substitute lessons.
This Dia de los Muertos crossword puzzle contains 23 clues for common Spanish Day of the Dead vocabulary words plus several clip art images. 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
A corresponding vocabulary list, copied 2 per page, is included. This makes a great substitute lesson activity because students can use the vocabulary lists for pair work quizzing when they complete the puzzle.
Created by Sue Summers
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
Spanish Introductions, Greetings and Leave Takings 3 Dialogues / Spanish Skit
Students fill in 24 blanks with words used in Spanish introductions, greetings and leave takings. Examples are: it's a pleasure, nice to meet you, this is my mom, etc. Students choose words from the word bank provided.
After completing the dialogues, students can practice and present them for speaking practice.
The answer key is included.
Created by Sue Summers
Spanish Christmas Papa Noel Que Ves Ahi 2 Emergent Readers - Each booklet contains 12 pages: the title page with 11 additional pages. Every other page has a Papa Noel with text saying "Papa Noel, Papa Noel, que ves ahi?" The other 7 pages have Papa Noel's response with items such as a reno feliz, nina buena, nino simpatico, duende bajo, la senora Noel, and un muneco de nieve. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations. They then create their own version using the text only template. Students will have fun sketching these items and will enjoy sharing with their classmates and family members! 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 that correspond to the text.
Students write each French number word at least twice, and 9 of them are written 3 times.
The French numbers crossword contains:
1. English number word clues from zero to twenty. Students complete the crossword with the French equivalent.
2. Instructions for students to write the French number word next to each clue.
3. Nine number images for students to identify with a French number word.
Created by Sue Summers
Make choosing Spanish names quick and easy with these ready made Spanish nameplates! Use them for desks, cubbies, lockers, folders, and more. Just color print, and you're ready for back to school Spanish class, after school Spanish Club, or Spanish camp. You can even attach them bulletin boards or to a clothespin for hanging and showcasing student work!
Included:
1. 24 boy large nameplates, 2/page
2. 24 boy small nameplates, 4/page
3. 24 girl large nameplates, 2/page
4. 24 girl small nameplates, 4/page
41 pages
This is high interest writing assignment that works well at the end of the school year as summer approaches. Students must write about:
1. What they're going to do (ir a + inf.)
2. What they want to do (querer + inf.)
3. What they have to do (tener que + inf.)
4. What they should do (deber + inf.)
There are 40+ verbs and nouns included in Spanish and English to assist students in their writing task, and there are spaces for the due date and the word requirement. This activity makes a great substitute lesson plan!
The writing prompt is copied 2 per page for student handouts, and there is also a page with larger font for projecting in class.
2 pages
Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English puzzle with 27 calendar related vocabulary words. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. The download includes a page with tips and suggestions for using the puzzles. Your students will love this engaging, hands on vocabulary activity!
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 vocabulary bookmark and reference.
This can be used when calendar vocabulary is introduced, and it is a great hands on, back to school review activity for students with prior French experience. It's also a helpful sub lesson. After students complete the puzzle, they can use the vocabulary list to quiz each other on the vocabulary.
2 pages
Students respond to 10 Con que frecuencia question using adverbs such as siempre, todos los días, mucho, a veces, de vez en cuando, poco, rara vez or nunca in their responses. There are also 5 clip art images for them to identify with ER infinitive verbs.
The answer key is included.
2 pages