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Full time teacher since 2003. I specialize in fun readings and worksheets.

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Full time teacher since 2003. I specialize in fun readings and worksheets.
Copán Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on Ancient Honduran Mayan Ruins
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Copán Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on Ancient Honduran Mayan Ruins

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This reading discusses Copán, an ancient Mayan city found in Honduras near the Guatemalan border. It discusses its unique history, its current state and the significance of stelas. This reading also briefly discusses Honduras with some basic facts to familiarize students with this lesser-known country. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 7 short answer reading comprehension questions. Level: present and past tenses Answer key included.
German Conjunctions Worksheet: um...zu,  ohne zu
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German Conjunctions Worksheet: um...zu, ohne zu

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This German worksheet includes the constructions: um…zu ohne zu. Students are given sentence examples and then must place the given words into the correct word order to complete the sentences. Editable Word file. With answer key
German Negatives and Affirmatives Handout / Worksheet
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German Negatives and Affirmatives Handout / Worksheet

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This handout introduces German students to the most common affirmative and negatives. The explanation is followed by 10 fill in the blank sentences to complete. Editable Word file. Answer key included. Includes the following: ja nein immer nie, niemals jemand(en) niemand(en) etwas nichts irgendwo nirgendwo auch entweder… oder weder……noch einige kein
Spanish Hobbies Reading: Mi Semana Típica / Mis Pasatiempos / Gustar
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Spanish Hobbies Reading: Mi Semana Típica / Mis Pasatiempos / Gustar

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This 3-page file includes: ~A beginner Spanish reading that includes descriptions of four young people’s likes and dislikes, hobbies and weekly routines. It includes numerous users of the verb gustar. It also includes similar verbs such as interesar and encantar. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 3 parts: 10 reading comprehension questions, an info gap and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Editable word file. Ideal for beginner learners to review basic vocabulary of hobbies, days of the week and present tense verbs.
German Word Order with Conjunctions and Modals (2 Worksheets)
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German Word Order with Conjunctions and Modals (2 Worksheets)

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This file includes 1 worksheet each on word order with ~conjunctions - both coordinating and subordinating ~modals with infinitives Students are required to rewrite the sentences into the correct word order. Editable File. Level: A1-A2 Beginner Note: A version of these worksheets is also available in my Beginner German Workbook.
Alebrijes Lectura Cultural: Mexican Folk Art Cultural Reading in Spanish
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Alebrijes Lectura Cultural: Mexican Folk Art Cultural Reading in Spanish

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading that describes the history of Alebrijes, a Mexican Folk Art Tradition begun in the 1930s by Pedro Linares. It discusses the various materials used create these fantastical animals as well as the importance of the Oaxaca region in Mexican Art. Also included is a paragraph on the annual parade of Alebrijes in Mexico City as well as a similar type of art created by the local indigenous Zapotec people made from the copal tree. Also includes a full glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Makes for a great cultural component to a beginner Spanish class or a sub plan. Level: Upper Beginner/Low Intermediate Editable word file.
Spanish Preterite Reading + Worksheet: ¿Qué hiciste ayer? (Pretérito)
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Spanish Preterite Reading + Worksheet: ¿Qué hiciste ayer? (Pretérito)

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This 4-page file includes: (This resource is 100% in Spanish) ~A fun reading where four young people discuss what they did yesterday using the preterite tense. Includes lots of vocabulary for: family, hobbies, school subjects etc. ~The same reading with the preterite verbs highlighted for students to see in context. ~A worksheet based on the reading with short answer questions, an info gap section and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key.
Julia Alvarez Biografía: Spanish Biography on Dominican-American Writer
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Julia Alvarez Biografía: Spanish Biography on Dominican-American Writer

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This 3-page file includes: ~A biography on the life of Julia Alvarez a Dominican-American writer best known for her novels How the Garcia Girls Lost their Accents and In the Time of the Butterflies. It discusses her early childhood, the dictatorship in the Dominican Republic of Raphael Trujillo and how this affected her literature. It also discusses her charity work and the common themes found in her literature. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~7 Reading comprehension questions based on the reading ~Answer key. Ideal as an adjunct if you teaching any poetry or books by Julia Alvarez or for a brief summary on the history of the Dominican Republic.
Spanish Adjectives Worksheet: Adjetivos en Español
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Spanish Adjectives Worksheet: Adjetivos en Español

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This worksheet contains matching and short answer questions to help students review Adjectives and Adjectives-Noun Agreement. Answer key included Includes the following: alto bajo joven rubio generoso cómico viejo largo curioso pelirrojo moreno perezoso inteligente grande pequeño trabajador
Comida Sudamericana Lectura y Cultura: Empanadas, Arepas, Asados etc.
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Comida Sudamericana Lectura y Cultura: Empanadas, Arepas, Asados etc.

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish cultural reading on traditional South American foods. It includes a paragraph on the types of food cultivated by indigenous people before the arrival of European. It also includes a short paragraph each on: arepas, empanadas, asados, and dulce de leche. ~7 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key.
South American Foods: Arepas, Empanadas, Asados (English Verision/Sub Plan)
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South American Foods: Arepas, Empanadas, Asados (English Verision/Sub Plan)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A cultural reading on traditional South American foods. It includes a paragraph on the types of food cultivated by indigenous people before the arrival of European. It also includes a short paragraph of each on: arepas, empanadas, asados, dulce de leche. ~A separate page with nine reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. NOTE: This reading is in English, I also offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store.
Mon Chien Lecture en Français: French Reading on My Dog and Pets
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Mon Chien Lecture en Français: French Reading on My Dog and Pets

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This beginner level French reading includes three friends talking about their pets: a dog, two cats and a parrot! Includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 10 reading comprehension questions in English to confirm comprehension. Includes the following vocab: les animaux de compagnie meilleur sympa impoli l’oiseau le perroquet le chat Editable word file. Includes answer key.
French Subjunctive Reading: Les vœux des autres (Subjonctif en Français)
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French Subjunctive Reading: Les vœux des autres (Subjonctif en Français)

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In this funny reading two teenage friends are discussing how hard it is to be young as their parents, teachers and coaches all want theme to behave a certain way! There are numerous examples of the present subjunctive for students to see in context. The reading is followed by 8 true/false questions in English to ensure reading comprehension. Editable word file. Answer key included. Activity ideas: Have students underline all the subjunctive forms they find in the reading. Then, have them discuss what their parents and teachers expect of them! Example sentences: Ma mère veut que je nettoie ma chambre tous les jours et fasse mon lit tous les matins. Elle veut aussi que je lave la vaisselle après le dîner.
Spanish Commands - Imperativos - 3 Worksheets / Quizzes: tú, Ud, Uds, nosotros
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Spanish Commands - Imperativos - 3 Worksheets / Quizzes: tú, Ud, Uds, nosotros

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This 3-page file contains 3 separate worksheets/quizzes for students to practice all of the command forms in Spanish. There is one worksheet each on: ~tú commands (negative and affirmative) ~Ud. commands (negative and affirmative) ~Uds./nosotros commands Great for review or as a pop quiz! Includes: hablar comer vivir beber tocar estudiar mirar abrir empezar volver dormir querer pensar volar buscar ver tener venir ser estar hacer poner saber
Spanish Task Cards Irregular Verbs - Works for BOTH Present and Preterite!
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Spanish Task Cards Irregular Verbs - Works for BOTH Present and Preterite!

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This 7-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused on conjugating irregular present and/or preterite verb forms (6 pages x 4 cards per sheet) ~Recording sheet All 24 task cards are written so they may be used in the present or past tense for double duty ! Examples: Yo _____ el libro a mi padre. (dar) Ella _______ muy bien.(dormir) Includes the following verbs: ir estar ser tener venir dormir poner poder morir dar ver
L’Environnement Lecture en Français - The Environment French Reading - Earth Day
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L’Environnement Lecture en Français - The Environment French Reading - Earth Day

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This reading is a funny dialog between two friends, one of which is trying to get the other to be more environmentally friendly! There are 2 versions of the reading for differentiated learning: ~One reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary, 8 reading comprehension questions in English and a French writing prompt. ~One reading is 100% in French with no glossary and 8 reading comprehension questions in French and a French writing prompt. Answer key included. Activity idea: Have students read the script in pairs and then translate. Afterwards, using the new vocabulary students can do pair or group debates on the benefits of recycling, transit vs.car use etc. This reading is also great for Earth Day!
La Routine Quotidienne Lecture en Français - Daily Routines French Reading
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La Routine Quotidienne Lecture en Français - Daily Routines French Reading

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This 4-page file includes: ~A French reading that has numerous reflexive verbs to show how different Pierre and his wife are regarding their morning routine! Includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 8 true/false reading comprehension questions in English. ~The same reading with the verbs highlighted for students to see in context. ~The same reading with the reading comprehension questions in French. Activity idea: Have student underline all the reflexive verbs they find in the reading. Then have students talk or write about their own daily routines in French. ~Answer key. Editable Word doc. Vocab includes: me lève je m’habille elle se réveille se maquiller se coiffer
Ser and Estar Task Cards
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Ser and Estar Task Cards

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This 8-page file includes: ~24 task cards with ser or estar fill in the blanks (4 pages x 6 cards per sheet) ~1 Blank Sheet for your own ideas ~Recording sheet ~Answer key These task cards provide a great way to get beginner students practicing the difference between these two verbs. Each card features a unique image to help students with context.
Meine Freundin Celine Lesung - My Friend Celine German Reading (Descriptions)
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Meine Freundin Celine Lesung - My Friend Celine German Reading (Descriptions)

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This reading is about a young medical student who goes to Africa to volunteer with children. We also learn about her family and daily life. This reading serves as good practice for describing people’s appearance, personality, profession etc. This reading is accompanied by 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in German and a glossary of new vocabulary. Activity idea: After reading, have students show pictures of friends and describe them to their classmates. Answer key included