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Brainwreck - A Dynamic Vocabulary Practice Game
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Brainwreck - A Dynamic Vocabulary Practice Game

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Brainwreck is a way to practice vocabulary in an exciting and dynamic way! Just add vocabulary from your current unit, print the game, and you’re ready to play. Brainwreck really gets students to remember the vocabulary - it requires students to use kinesthetic, visual, written, verbal, and non-linguistic representations to describe their vocabulary words, and by the end of the game, your students will know their vocab backwards and forwards! How can I use it?: -as a fun review for students who have seen the content before -at the end of a lesson to have learners practice with new vocabulary -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for?: -Students in Grades K-12 -World Language students -ESL, ELL, ELD students -English and Language Arts students studying vocabulary At the end of the game, students will be able to: -identify and use vocabulary from their current unit of study Includes: -4 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -number dice -colorful gameboard -BONUS activity!
Task Cards and INB Notes for Direct, Indirect and Double Object Pronouns in Spanish
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Task Cards and INB Notes for Direct, Indirect and Double Object Pronouns in Spanish

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This 3-hour less on direct, indirect, and double object pronouns includes clear and easy-to-follow notes for Interactive Notebooks, as well as 24 task cards for practice with clear explanations and answer keys. How can I use it? -to teach new learners about direct, indirect, and double object pronouns -to review direct, indirect, and double object pronouns with learners -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for? -Intermediate Level Spanish students -Students in Grades 9-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify the subject and verb of a sentence -identify and replace the direct object and indirect object of a sentence with their respective pronouns -correctly rewrite sentences with double object pronouns Includes: -18 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -notes for INB on direct objects and pronouns -notes for INB on indirect objects and pronouns -notes for INB on double object pronouns -detailed explanation of how to break down sentences to find and replace direct/indirect objects -24 task cards with sentences and answer key
Italian Table Mat - Speaking Phrases for Participation - FREE
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Italian Table Mat - Speaking Phrases for Participation - FREE

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Hearing a lot of English in your Italian class? This tablemat has all the small phrases that students need to feel confident about speaking in class. It is colorful and makes common phrases accessible to students. Laminate a copy for each desk, and students will be participating in no time! How can I use it?: -laminate a copy for each desk for easy reference -print a copy for students to keep for easy reference Who is it for?: -Students learning Italian at any level -Students in Grades K-12 By using this resources, students will be able to: -speak in class with confidence -use Italian for common needs and questions Includes: -1 page of content -a colorful, organized, easy-to-use tablemat
Spanish Unit on Commands & Health / Mandatos y La Salud
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Spanish Unit on Commands & Health / Mandatos y La Salud

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This 8-hour Unit on commands and health is based on VenConmigo vocabulary and uses students’ interactive notebooks as well as fun games and activities to learn about and then practice with commands and health-related vocabulary. How can I use it?: -in connection with an existing unit, or as a free-standing Unit -as a fun review activity for those who have worked with commands before -to teach new learners about commands and health vocabulary -as a series of learning stations or learning centers Who is it for?: -Intermediate Level Spanish students -Students in Grades 9-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -conjugate informal, formal, and nosotros commands -use health-related vocabulary -give health advice to friends, groups, and those they would address as “usted” Includes: -43 total pages -PDF with 20 pages of content -PPT with 24 slides of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -links to relevant Quizlet vocabulary lists -3 pages of scaffolded notes on informal and formal commands (with answer key) -notes for interactive notebooks on informal and formal commands -2 page review activity that could be used as a quiz or informal assessment -interactive game with dice and verb cards -kinesthetic and writing-based project with rubric
La Familia - Spanish Lesson and Activities on Family
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La Familia - Spanish Lesson and Activities on Family

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This 2-hour lesson on family uses fun activities in learning stations to teach and review family vocabulary. How can I use it? -as a series of learning stations or learning centers -to teach new learners about family vocabulary -as a quick, fun review for students who have seen the content before Who is it for? -Novice High Level Spanish Students -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify family members -talk about the physical and personality characteristics of their family members Includes: -13 pages of content -detailed lesson plan and ideas for use -vocabulary cards and ideas for practice -listening practice and comprehension activities -writing practice -children’s story about family and corresponding activity -activity to practice describing family members’ physical characteristics with cultural icon Frida Kahlo -culturally relevant activities related to families and tamale-making -proficiency-based assessment with stampsheet
Valentine’s Day / Día de los Enamorados - INB Vocab and 4 Hours of Activities
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Valentine’s Day / Día de los Enamorados - INB Vocab and 4 Hours of Activities

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This 4-hour lesson on Valentine’s Day / Día de los Enamorados includes vocabulary for Interactive Notebooks, as well as five different activities to speak, write, listen and learn! How can I use it? -to teach new learners about demonstrative adjectives and pronouns -to review demonstrative adjectives and pronouns with learners -to teach new learners about clothing -to review clothing with learners -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for? -Spanish Students at Novice Level and up -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -use Valentine’s Day vocabulary -answer short prompts about their hopes and dreams -discuss a YouTube video about dreams and opportunities -write short messages to friends and family -discuss topics about health, compassion, and friendship Includes: -13 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -assessment stampsheet -set up titles for activities stations -interactive notes and pocket for vocabulary -dynamic vocabulary game -Valentine’s Day-themed writing craft and activities -listening practice with a YouTube task -“dream-catcher” to practice speaking and discussing with classmates
Commedia dell’Arte Lesson, Activities and Play
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Commedia dell’Arte Lesson, Activities and Play

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This 3 hour lesson on the Italian theatrical tradition of commedia dell’arte has students learning relevant terms in Italian, doing research and presenting on common stock characters of the tradition, and then acting out a short play! How can I use it?: -as a cultural addition to an existing unit -as a self-contained cultural lesson -as a quick lesson for a substitute teacher Who is it for?: -Italian Students in Grades 6-12 -Novice level students or above At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -describe the costumes and personalities of stock characters of the commedia dell’arte tradition -enact a short commedia dell’arte play (in Italian and/or English) Includes: -28 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -INB vocabulary with explanations in English and/or Italian -dynamic game for vocabulary practice -activity for research and presentation on common stock characters -instructions and materials to put on a short play -mask templates to decorate
Task Cards, INB Notes & Game for Clothing, Demonstrative Adjectives/Pronouns in Italian
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Task Cards, INB Notes & Game for Clothing, Demonstrative Adjectives/Pronouns in Italian

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This 5-hour less on demonstrative adjectives/pronouns and clothing includes clear and easy-to-follow notes for Interactive Notebooks, as well as 24 task cards and a game for practice! How can I use it? -to teach new learners about demonstrative adjectives and pronouns -to review demonstrative adjectives and pronouns with learners -to teach new learners about clothing -to review clothing with learners -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for? -Italian Students at Novice Level and up -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify and use demonstrative adjectives and pronouns according to gender and number -identify and use clothing vocabulary Includes: -24 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -notes for INB on demonstrative adjectives and pronouns and their use -notes for INB on clothing -24 task cards to practice demonstratives and clothing with answer key -dynamic game to practice demonstratives and clothing - with game pieces, dice, etc.
Task Cards, INB Notes & Game for Clothing, Demonstrative Adjectives in French
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Task Cards, INB Notes & Game for Clothing, Demonstrative Adjectives in French

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This 5-hour less on demonstrative adjectives and clothing includes clear and easy-to-follow notes for Interactive Notebooks, as well as 24 task cards and a game for practice! How can I use it? -to teach new learners about demonstrative adjectives -to review demonstrative adjectives with learners -to teach new learners about clothing -to review clothing with learners -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for? -French Students at Novice Level and up -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify and use demonstrative adjectives according to gender and number -identify and use clothing vocabulary Includes: -22 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -notes for INB on demonstrative adjectives and their use -notes for INB on clothing -24 task cards to practice demonstratives and clothing with answer key -dynamic game to practice demonstratives and clothing - with game pieces, dice, etc.
Reference Guide for Prepositions in Italian
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Reference Guide for Prepositions in Italian

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This small references guide or “passport” is great for learning or reviewing how to use prepositions. How can I use it?: -as a review tool -as scaffolded notes Who is it for?: -Intermediate Italian Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify Italian prepositions -understand the rules of use for Italian prepositions -how to combine prepositions and articles in contractions for use Includes: (go into detail here about each page) -11 pages of content -two 14-page booklets with notes -a student version and teacher version -detailed instructions and ideas for use
Hunger Games Theme - Ser and Adjective Spanish Lesson for Interactive Notebooks
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Hunger Games Theme - Ser and Adjective Spanish Lesson for Interactive Notebooks

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This 2-hour lesson on ser and adjective agreement uses students’ interactive notebooks as well as fun games and activities to learn about and then practice with the content using Hunger Games characters! How can I use it?: -to teach new learners about ser and adjectives -as a review for students who have seen the content before -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for?: -Novice Level Spanish students -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -conjugate the verb ser -agree adjectives with nouns -create original sentences Includes: -6 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -ser scaffolded notes for interactive notebooks - with answer key -adjective agreement scaffolded notes for interactive notebooks - with answer key -sentence practice for interactive notebooks - with Hunger Games characters!
Poster, Map & Task Cards for the Metro / Subway - French Travel Lesson for INB
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Poster, Map & Task Cards for the Metro / Subway - French Travel Lesson for INB

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This 5-hour lesson and map activity uses posters, vocabulary for Interactive Notebooks, and maps with task cards to teach students how to use the Metro / Subway. How can I use it? -to teach new learners about basic directions -to integrate culture and travel into an already existing unit -as a learning station or learning center -as an interactive activity to get some writing and speaking practice Who is it for? -French Students at levels Novice and higher -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -behave on the metro according to common rules of etiquette -follow written or oral metro directions -give written or oral metro directions -use a subway map to navigate from one place to another in a new city Includes: -18 pages of content -content list and detailed lesson plan and instructions for use -poster/handout of Tips and Tricks for using the metro -cheat sheet of metro tips and tricks for Interactive Notebooks -vocabulary and pocket for Interactive Notebooks -map of Paris metro with 12 corresponding task cards -map of Montreal metro with 12 corresponding task cards
Poster, Map & Task Cards for the Metro / Subway - ESL/ELL/ELD Travel Lesson for INB
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Poster, Map & Task Cards for the Metro / Subway - ESL/ELL/ELD Travel Lesson for INB

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This 5-hour lesson and map activity uses posters, vocabulary for Interactive Notebooks, and maps with task cards to teach students how to use the Metro / Subway. How can I use it? -to teach new learners about basic directions -to integrate culture and travel into an already existing unit -as a learning station or learning center -as an interactive activity to get some writing and speaking practice Who is it for? -ESL/ELL/ELD Students at levels Novice and higher -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -behave on the metro according to common rules of etiquette -follow written or oral metro directions -give written or oral metro directions -use a subway map to navigate from one place to another in a new city Includes: -18 pages of content -content list and detailed lesson plan and instructions for use -poster/handout of Tips and Tricks for using the metro -cheat sheet of metro tips and tricks for Interactive Notebooks -vocabulary and pocket for Interactive Notebooks -map of London Underground with 12 corresponding task cards -map of Montreal metro with 12 corresponding task cards
Spanish "Hay" Poster
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Spanish "Hay" Poster

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Do you students often forget how to pronounce the word “hay” or how to use it? It’s such a useful phrase, but very often mistakenly used! This simple poster is easy to print and put up in your classroom, and can gently remind students how to use “hay” and how to pronounce it! Have it posted or print them out as a quick reference while students practice writing or speaking. Includes poster.
Interactive Notebook Clothing Lesson and Market Simulation - Spanish or French
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Interactive Notebook Clothing Lesson and Market Simulation - Spanish or French

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This 3-hour lesson on Clothing uses students’ Interactive Notebook, and then transitions into a real-life contextual and authentic Market Simulation, with all the elements you need - just print and go! This is a great way to teach clothing, and even to review numbers, adjectives, colors, definite and indefinite articles. The Simulation even gives cultural context and practice with bartering and negotiating prices. By the end of this lesson, students will feel at home in a market in any country! How can I use it?: -to teach new learners about clothing and shopping in cultures where prices are negotiable -as a review for students who have previously worked with numbers, adjectives, colors, definite and indefinite articles Who is it for?: -Novice High Level French and/or Spanish students -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to: -identify and use clothing vocabulary -negotiate and/or barter to lower prices Includes: -10 pages of content -detailed lesson plan, instructions, and ideas for use -interactive notebook pocket and picture flashcards of clothing -all items required for the Market simulation - pricing guides, merchandise, shopping lists -fake euro “money” -vocabulary and speaking prompts to aid students in bartering and negotiating prices -ideas for vocabulary practice and reinforcement
Animal Speaking Cards - Italian
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Animal Speaking Cards - Italian

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This is a fun, simple, interactive, and cooperative game for students to practice with vocabulary. By using simple verb constructions and vocabulary, students move through this speaking card deck and practice listening and speaking at the same time! How can I use it?: -at the end of a unit -as a fun review activity to do in pairs -as a way to practice animals for new learners -as a way to practice asking and answering about others’ names -as a learning station or learning center Who is it for? -Novice Level Italian Students -Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of this activity, students will be able to: -use and identify vocabulary Includes: -3 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -“game guide” with speaking prompts -printable speaking cards - cut and go!
Spanish Table Mat - Speaking Phrases for Participation - FREE
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Spanish Table Mat - Speaking Phrases for Participation - FREE

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Hearing a lot of English in your Spanish class? This tablemat has all the small phrases that students need to feel confident about speaking in class. It is colorful and makes common phrases accessible to students. Laminate a copy for each desk, and students will be participating in no time! How can I use it?: -laminate a copy for each desk for easy reference -print a copy for students to keep for easy reference Who is it for?: -Students learning Spanish at any level -Students in Grades K-12 By using this resources, students will be able to: -speak in class with confidence -use Spanish for common needs and questions Includes: -1 page of content -a colorful, organized, easy-to-use tablemat
French Verb Tense Reference Guide Booklet
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French Verb Tense Reference Guide Booklet

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Looking for a simple resource for students to access the tenses you cover during the year?  This is a small reference guide that students can keep their notes on various tenses, including: (1) le présent, (2) l’impératif, (3) le futur proche, (4) le passé composé, (5) l’imparfait, (6)le futur, (7) le conditionnel, (8) le passé simple, (9) le plus-que-parfait, & (10) le subjonctif présent, and keep it handy for class activities and assignments! This resource comes with a student version and teacher version (answer key), and students can bring it with them as they continue in higher levels of coursework.  One of the best features of this product is that it is offered in both printable and digital formats for use in in-person instruction or remote learning.  Check out an overview and preview of the product here!: https://youtu.be/WiJI8bi0ry8 How can I use it?-as a review of various tenses, including: (1) le présent, (2) l’impératif, (3) le futur proche, (4) le passé composé, (5) l’imparfait, (6)le futur, (7) le conditionnel, (8) le passé simple, (9) le plus-que-parfait, & (10) le subjonctif présent-as a reference guide before major assessments-as a teaching tool to complete throughout the year-as a learning station or learning center Who is it for?-Intermediate Level French students learning various tenses, including: (1) le présent, (2) l’impératif, (3) le futur proche, (4) le passé composé, (5) l’imparfait, (6)le futur, (7) le conditionnel, (8) le passé simple, (9) le plus-que-parfait, (10) le subjonctif présent-Students in Grades 6-12At the end of the lesson, students will be able to-conjugate verbs in various tenses, including: (1) le présent, (2) l’impératif, (3) le futur proche, (4) le passé composé, (5) l’imparfait, (6)le futur, (7) le conditionnel, (8) le passé simple, (9) le plus-que-parfait, & (10) le subjonctif présent,Includes:-16 pages of content-detailed instructions and ideas for use-two 15-page booklets: student version and teacher version (answer key)-small version (5.5x4.25)-medium version (5.5x8.5)-printable version in full size (8.5x11)-digital answer key-digital typable version
Spanish Verb Tense Reference Guide Booklet
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Spanish Verb Tense Reference Guide Booklet

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Looking for a simple resource for students to access the tenses you cover during the year?  This is a small reference guide that students can keep their notes on various tenses, including, (1) presente, (2) futuro simple, (3) imperativo, (4) pretérito, (5) imperfecto, (6) pluscuamperfecto, (7) pretérito perfecto, (8) futuro, (9) condicional, (10) subjuntivo, & (11) futuro compuesto, and keep it handy for class activities and assignments! This resource comes with a student version and teacher version (answer key), and students can bring it with them as they continue in higher levels of coursework.  One of the best features of this product is that it is offered in both printable and digital formats for use in in-person instruction or remote learning.  Check out an overview and preview of the product here!: https://youtu.be/WiJI8bi0ry8 How can I use it?-as a review of various tenses, including, (1) presente, (2) futuro simple, (3) imperativo, (4) pretérito, (5) imperfecto, (6) pluscuamperfecto, (7) pretérito perfecto, (8) futuro, (9) condicional, (10) subjuntivo, & (11) futuro compuesto-as a reference guide before major assessments-as a teaching tool to complete throughout the year-as a learning station or learning center Who is it for?-Intermediate Level Spanish students learning various tenses, including, (1) presente, (2) futuro simple, (3) imperativo, (4) pretérito, (5) imperfecto, (6) pluscuamperfecto, (7) pretérito perfecto, (8) futuro, (9) condicional, (10) subjuntivo, & (11) futuro compuesto-Students in Grades 6-12 At the end of the lesson, students will be able to-conjugate verbs in various tenses, including, (1) presente, (2) futuro simple, (3) imperativo, (4) pretérito, (5) imperfecto, (6) pluscuamperfecto, (7) pretérito perfecto, (8) futuro, (9) condicional, (10) subjuntivo, & (11) futuro compuestoIncludes:-16 pages of content-detailed instructions and ideas for use-two 15-page booklets: student version and teacher version (answer key)-small version (5.5x4.25)-medium version (5.5x8.5)-printable version in full size (8.5x11)-digital answer key-digital typable version
Italian Definite & Indefinite Articles
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Italian Definite & Indefinite Articles

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This set of foldable notes for interactive notebooks is a great way to supplement your lesson on definite and indefinite articles. How can I use it? -to teach definite and indefinite articles in Italian -to review definite and indefinite articles in Italian -to supplement your lesson on definite and indefinite articles in Italian -to scaffold your lesson for students who need additional learning supports Who is it for? -teachers and students who like to integrate dynamic details into a lesson -students who need additional learning supports At the end of the lesson, students will be able to… -use definite and indefinite articles before a noun Includes: -5 pages of content -detailed instructions and ideas for use -a foldable “flower” for interactive notebooks on definite articles in Italian -a foldable “flower” for interactive notebooks on indefinite articles in Italian