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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.
Jennifer Lopez Biografía - JLo Spanish Biography on Famous Latina Singer Actress
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Jennifer Lopez Biografía - JLo Spanish Biography on Famous Latina Singer Actress

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading on the life of Jennifer Lopez, a daughter of poor Puerto Rican immigrants who became a world wide sensation. Includes information on her childhood, early career and role in the movie Selena. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with nine comprehension questions to accompany the reading. ~Answer key. Level: Uses Present and Past Tenses
Francisco Franco y la Guerra Civil: Franco Dictatorship and Spanish Civil War
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Francisco Franco y la Guerra Civil: Franco Dictatorship and Spanish Civil War

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading that includes a brief description of the Spanish Civil War and its after effects. Also included is a biography of Francisco Franco and the role he played. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A reading comprehension section based on the reading. ~Answer key Makes for a great complement on a Spanish history unit. Level: Spanish Upper Intermediate
Pablo Picasso Biografía - Spanish Biography of a Spanish Artist (Guernica)
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Pablo Picasso Biografía - Spanish Biography of a Spanish Artist (Guernica)

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This 3-page file includes: ~ A biography on the renowned Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. It includes some information on his early life and formal instruction in art as well as his rise to fame. It then moves on to discuss his unique approach to art, some of his most important works including Guernica as well as his lasting legacy. ~A Worksheet with 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in Spanish and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. A great supplement to any unit on Spanish history dealing with the Civil War (1936-1939), art history and/or famous hispanic people. Level: Uses past tenses
Imperfect vs. Preterite Spanish Reading: En el cine (Imperfecto/Pretérito)
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Imperfect vs. Preterite Spanish Reading: En el cine (Imperfecto/Pretérito)

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This 4-page file includes: ~A reading about four friends who go out to the movies. As the friends cannot decide on what film to see, the girls see one film while the boys see another. One film turns out to be great- the other not so much! This reading is predominantly in the imperfect and preterite tenses for students to see how they are used in context. Reading features a full glossary of new words. ~The same reading but with the verbs highlighted for differentiated reading. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 7 short answer questions and a short writing exercise in the past tense to be completed in class or for homework. ~Answer key. Activity idea: After reading the story in pairs, students can take turns describing films they have seen to their partner using the past tenses. Based on their description their partner can try to guess which film they are talking about!
Pluperfect Subjunctive and conditional Perfect Spanish Reading: Si hubiera sabido Lectura
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Pluperfect Subjunctive and conditional Perfect Spanish Reading: Si hubiera sabido Lectura

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This 4-page file includes: ~An advanced level reading that is a funny dialogue between two girlfriends who have just returned from a disastrous trip! They discuss what they would have done differently if only they had known what was going to happen! The reading includes numerous examples of the pluperfect subjunctive and the conditional perfect. The reading also includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~The same reading with the verbs in the pluperfect subjunctive and the conditional perfect. highlighted for students to see in context. ~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions in Spanish based on the story. ~Answer key.
Día de los Muertos: Spanish Worksheet on Day of the Dead
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Día de los Muertos: Spanish Worksheet on Day of the Dead

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This worksheet includes a lot of specialized vocabulary necessary to talk about the Day of the Dead celebrations. This worksheet has two parts: a matching section, and a section were students fill in the correct word to complete the sentence and then translate the sentence into English. Level: Beginner Answer key included. Editable word file. Vocabulary includes: el azúcar el esqueleto la muerte la tumba cempasúchil las canciones la vela el copal las ofrendas la máscara los difuntos las calaveritas
Bruno Mars Biography + Worksheet on Preterite / Pretérito: Biografía
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Bruno Mars Biography + Worksheet on Preterite / Pretérito: Biografía

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This 5-page resource includes: ~A Spanish language biography on Hispanic singer Bruno Mars. It talks about his childhood in Hawaii and his musical family, his dreams to become a singer in California and his eventual success and charity work. The reading features numerous examples of regular and irregular preterite verbs as well as a glossary of new vocabulary. ~The same biography but with the verbs in the preterite tense missing! In this version, students must complete the biography by completing over 15 regular and irregular preterite conjugations. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions based on reading in Spanish. ~Answer key (2pgs) Level: preterite tense Can be used for review, a quick quiz, reading comprehension, early finisher activity, bell work, homework or sub plan!
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.
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.
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.
Preterite Spanish Task Cards - Pretérito - 24 Conversation Starters
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Preterite Spanish Task Cards - Pretérito - 24 Conversation Starters

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This 6-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused on asking questions (6 pages x 4 cards per sheet) ~Recording sheet ~1 blank sheet for your ideas All 24 task cards feature a unique verb in the preterite tense in the you or he/she form to encourage conversation. Includes regular and irregular verbs. Example questions: ¿Dónde naciste tú? ¿Qué hiciste el domingo pasado? ¿Cómo celebraste tu último cumpleaños? Can be used alone, in pairs or in small groups!
Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive Reading: Condicional / Imperfecto Sujunctivo
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Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive Reading: Condicional / Imperfecto Sujunctivo

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This 3-page file includes: ~ A reading containing numerous conditional and imperfect subjunctive verb forms where two classmates in their senior year of high school are talking about their ideas for college. Reading includes a short glossary of new vocabulary. ~ A worksheet based on the reading with reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Example Sentences: -¿Si pudieras elegir cualquier universidad a dónde irías? -Me gustaría ir a la misma universidad en California que mi hermano.
Hispanic Leaders Spanish Character Cards: Hispanos Famosos 20 Mini Bios / Game
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Hispanic Leaders Spanish Character Cards: Hispanos Famosos 20 Mini Bios / Game

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This 10-page file includes: ~24 cards on hispanic leaders with information on their family, birthdate, characteristics and why they are famous. ~4 blanks cards for students to create their own hispanic leader cards. ~A 20 question game for students to use independently or in pairs to learn more about the people featured on the cards. Can be used in class or for homework. Simply print out on card stock and enjoy them for years! NOTE: This Resource is in SPANISH, I also offer the same cards in English in my store as well. This resource includes the following influential Hispanic Leaders: Frida Kahlo Diego Rivera Pablo Picasso Salvador Dalí Selena Quintanilla Sonia Sotomayor Eva Perón Gary Soto Lin-Manuel Miranda Gloria Estefan Isabel Allende Ellen Ochoa Dolores Huerta César Chávez Rita Moreno Pablo Neruda Sandra Cisneros Shakira Leo Messi Roberto Clemente Simón Bolívar Rigoberta Menchú Sofía Vergara Celia Cruz Also makes for a great Sub Activity! Answer key included.
Spanish Subjunctive Reading: Desires of Others - Los deseos de los otros Lectura
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Spanish Subjunctive Reading: Desires of Others - Los deseos de los otros Lectura

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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 want them to behave! There are numerous examples of the present subjunctive all of which have been underlined for students to see in context. The reading is followed by a true false reading comprehension section. Students are also required to complete two sentences using the subjective based on what their parents and teachers expect of them! Key included Editable file Example sentences: ¡Mi madre prohibe que yo use maquillaje! Mi madre quiere que la ayude en la casa, porque soy la mayor. Ella insiste en que yo limpie mi habitación todos los días y que haga mi cama todas las mañanas.
Au Centre Ville Lecture en Français: French Reading on Places Around Town
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Au Centre Ville Lecture en Français: French Reading on Places Around Town

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This easy French reading is a script between three friends that run into each other doing errands around town. They discuss where they are going and where they have been and their plans for that night. Students can see prepositions in context regarding places around town. (à la/au etc.) Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. Includes 2 versions of the reading, with 10 true/false questions in English OR French for differentiated learning. Answer key included. Activity idea: Put students in groups of three to read the script and then have them talk about where around town they are headed this week. Vocab includes: la rue le coiffeur le rendez-vous la banque le parc la bibliothèque le cinéma l’aéroport
Faire du Shopping Lecture en Français: Shopping French Reading
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Faire du Shopping Lecture en Français: Shopping French Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~1 beginner level French reading about a family that goes shopping together to the local mall and buys various articles of clothing for each member of the family. Great way for students to see clothing vocabulary in context and also review adjective placement/agreement. ~The same reading with 11 adjectives missing for students to fill in for practice in the correct form! ~Answer key. This reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and five reading comprehension questions in English to ensure comprehension. Editable Word doc. Vocabulary includes: les vêtements la cravate le maillot de bain les soldes le pantalon les chaussures la veste les chaussettes la jupe le magasin rouge bleu blanches noir nouveaux/nouvelle grand
Picasso Spanish Biography & Worksheet (Preterite vs. Imperfect) SUB PLAN
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Picasso Spanish Biography & Worksheet (Preterite vs. Imperfect) SUB PLAN

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This biography on the life of Spanish artist Pablo Picasso is missing all the verbs! Students need to fill in the verbs in the blanks in the imperfect or preterite tenses to complete the reading. Also includes: ~A glossary of new vocabulary ~A true/false reading comprehension section ~Answer Key Great for Sub Plan! Level: Intermediate
Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)
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Vamos a cocinar Lectura - Spanish Reading on Cooking (Informal Commands)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A fun reading where students learn to recognize tú command forms by way of a recipe for cooking! Pedro and his girlfriend are trying a new recipe from her grandmother. Reading includes a lot of new food vocab. ~A worksheet page with reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Vocab includes: la espinaca el calabacín la cebolla los champiñones las especias los fideos los trozos cocina pon corta hornea mezcla Level: Intermediate