To inspire students to say something else rather than “es divertido” and “es aburrido”. More resoures on opinions here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12904841

Quick and easy worksheet for KS4 students to write about their ideal neighbourhood.

Straight forward worksheet to teach or revise sports.

We may have to spend a lot of time at home, so I came up with a few activities that can be done without leaving the house, inspired by the hashtag #quédateencasa, which is currently being used in Spain. Reading comprehension, vocabulary and a writing at the end to say what your plans are for the next few weeks using different expressions.

The worksheet includes a brief description of Frida’s life (fill in the gaps for students) and a short reading comprehension. I would use it with years 9-11.

Resource to help celebrate International Women’s Day in Spanish.

This knowledge organiser covers the theme of Social media and Technology. Both foundation and higher vocabulary (higher appears highlighted in yellow). Worked example (short paragraph) using vocabulary from the page. You can find other topics here: Future aspirations, Study and Work - FREE download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-knowledge-organiser-work-12367700 Local Area, Holiday and Travel: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-knowledge-organiser-holiday-12368640 Writing skills: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-knowledge-organiser-writing-skills-12368458

Presentation to explain the new Edexcel AS Level course (only explained as a standalone AS qualification).

This document was created for my Year 10 and Year 11 students to practise further their vocabulary on the topic of school. It gave them more confidence in their writing skills. It can be followed up with some English to Spanish translations and a free writing activity in class.

This resource was created to support independent writing at GCSE. Exam-style question task on the top (80-90 words). Writing structure strip on the left - it includes some key phrases in Spanish. GCSE Writing Structure Strip - My town: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12663443 (INCLUDES SAMPLE ANSWER) GCSE Writing Structure Strip - School: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12667383 (INCLUDES SAMPLE ANSWER)

This knowledge organiser covers the theme of Future aspirations, Study and Work. Both foundation and higher vocabulary (higher appears highlighted in yellow). Worked example (short paragraph) using all vocabulary on every page.

A worksheet for Día de la Hispanidad. Can be used with years 9-11.

This document was created for my Year 10 and Year 11 students to practise further their vocabulary on the topic of interests (hobbies, free time activities). It gave them more confidence in their writing skills. It can be followed up with some English to Spanish translations and a free writing activity in class.

For the full version of this worksheet, which includes exercises to practise the subjunctive, click here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/spanish-song-resistir-subjunctive-12288630 The song Resistiré has turned into an anthem in Spain. I created this resource for students to listen to the song, fill in the gaps and learn some of the vocabulary. It includes answers.

Link to full booklet: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-spanish-speaking-booster-booklet-12330437 I created this booklet to allow students to practise their speaking skills, in particular the picture-based task, with a cultural focus. The pictures used are all famous paintings found in the Museo del Prado in Spain. This page from the booklet uses Las Meninas by Velázquez.

You may be interested in a GCSE Writing structure strip on this topic (FREE download). Find it here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-writing-structure-strip-internet-12443692 This document was created for my Year 10 and Year 11 students to practise further their vocabulary on the topic of new technologies (the internet, social networks, etc.). It gave them more confidence in their writing skills. It can be followed up with some English to Spanish translations and a free writing activity in class. 2024 UPDATED version of this resource here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12967970

Explanation of different Christmas traditions in Spain: Los Reyes Magos, el Apalpador, el Olentzero, el Tió de Nadal. Reading activities + videos included (one from the Cabalgata de Reyes in Madrid and the other one about the Tió de Nadal tradition). Worksheet for students included. Reyes Magos letter template here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12774439

This lesson can be used with years 9-11 when covering the topic of work. It teaches them to recognise the main features in a common Spanish cover letter.

Remote working is what many of us are doing these days, so I thought I’d prepare a resource on this for my KS5 students. It mainly explores the advantages through a current video I found. Four-day work week resource here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12769160

A selection of reading activities based on literary passages taken from Charlie y la fábrica de chocolate.