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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.
Comparatives and Superlatives: Irregular Forms (mayor, menor, peor, mejor etc.)
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Comparatives and Superlatives: Irregular Forms (mayor, menor, peor, mejor etc.)

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This resource can be used as a quick assessment, quiz or worksheet to reinforce the Spanish irregular comparatives and superlatives. It includes 3 parts: *Students must fill in a chart of the missing comparatives and superlatives. *Students must complete 8 sentences with the correct comparative or superlative in Spanish with English prompts *Translation sentences Answer key included. Includes: bueno/mejor/el/la/los/las mejor(es) malo/peor/el/la/los/las menor(es) viejo/mayor/el/la/los/las mayor(es) joven/menor/el/la/los/las menor(es)
Spanish Personal A Handout + Worksheet - La a personal (SUB PLAN)
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Spanish Personal A Handout + Worksheet - La a personal (SUB PLAN)

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This 4-page resource includes: ~An explanation of when to use and not to use the personal a in the Spanish language. The explanation is followed by examples in English and Spanish. ~10 gap-fill exercises where students decide if they should use the personal a or not! ~An exercise where students need to fill in the personal a or not into a paragraph ~Translation sentences. Answer key included. (2 pages)
Famous Hispanic People: Cultural Activity SUB PLAN (English Version)
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Famous Hispanic People: Cultural Activity SUB PLAN (English Version)

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Students can work alone, in pairs or in small groups to fill in the missing information about 20 famous Hispanic people. It is a great way for students to get to know or review famous Hispanic leaders. NOTE: There are two versions of the worksheet: ~One version contains hints by allowing students to know how often each profession and nationality is used. ~The second version has no hints at all. Ideal as a sub plan or for cultural/grammar homework, or even as a competitive game between groups! Includes answer key. NOTE: This resource is in English, I also offer a similar resource in Spanish in my store.
Antoni Gaudi and La sagrada familia Reading (English Version)
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Antoni Gaudi and La sagrada familia Reading (English Version)

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This is a great introduction to the life of the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí and his masterwork La sagrada familia. This enormous cathedral is located in Barcelona and is a UNESCO heritage site. Reading includes 8 short answer reading incomprehension questions. Answer key included. A wonderful addition to any unit on art, Spain or Hispanic heritage! Note: This reading is in English, I also have a similar reading available in Spanish in my store.
Música Cubana Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on Cuban Music (AfroLatinos)
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Música Cubana Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on Cuban Music (AfroLatinos)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading on the history of Cuban music and how a blend of European and African cultures has led to the emergence of a great musical society! Discusses afro-jazz, rumba, son and mambo. Also talks about the influence of African percussion instruments on Cuban music, the revolution and the Buena Vista Social Club. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A reading comprehension page. ~Answer key. Level: in present and past tenses
La Catrina Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on La Catrina / Day of the Dead
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La Catrina Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Reading on La Catrina / Day of the Dead

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language cultural reading on La Catrina. It talks about how she first appeared in 1910 in an etching by the artist de José Guadalupe Posada. Also discussed is how she was based on an Aztec goddess, her importance in popular culture and her representation in a mural by Diego Rivera. ~A worksheet with 7 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key. Makes for a great supplemental cultural reading for Day of the Dead!
Mariposa Monarca y el Día de los Muertos Lectura y Cultura
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Mariposa Monarca y el Día de los Muertos Lectura y Cultura

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish language cultural reading that discusses the annual Monarch butterfly migration from North America to Mexico which coincides with the Day of the Dead celebration. It talks about the cultural significance of Monarchs in the pre-Columbian Aztec belief system, how the migration is undertaken and how it ties in with the celebrations. Includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Ideal for Hispanic heritage, sub plan or a cultural component to your Spanish class!
Spanish English Cognates Handout + Worksheet - Cognados (SUB PLAN)
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Spanish English Cognates Handout + Worksheet - Cognados (SUB PLAN)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reference sheet for beginner students of Spanish regarding common Spanish English cognates. ~A worksheet on cognates for students to complete to increase their vocabulary by learning how to create Spanish words out of similar English words. ~Answer key. Examples cognates: (14 are included here) -tion/-ción -ical/-ico -ist/-ista -ive/-ivo -ty/-dad -ism/-ismo -ly/mente Activity ideas: This worksheet can be used alone or as a partner activity. Working together, students can try to come up with a list of even more cognates they are already familiar with.
Johannes Kepler Biography - German Reading / Lesung auf Deutsch
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Johannes Kepler Biography - German Reading / Lesung auf Deutsch

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This German biography is on the life of Johannes Kepler, a famous astronomer of the 16th century. It talks about his early interest in science, education and scientific legacy. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary and 6 short answer reading comprehension questions. Answer key included.
Selena Quintanilla Biography Worksheet for Reviewing Preterite Verbs (SUB PLAN)
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Selena Quintanilla Biography Worksheet for Reviewing Preterite Verbs (SUB PLAN)

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This short biography on the life of singer Selena Quintanilla is missing all the preterite tense verbs! Using a word bank, students must place 16 verbs in the correct location to complete the biography. Great way for students to see the 3rd person singular and plural verb forms of both regular and irregular preterite verbs in context. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. Answer key included.
Im Hotel Lesung: German Reading Checking into a Hotel
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Im Hotel Lesung: German Reading Checking into a Hotel

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading in which the narrator is flying to Hamburg. Once he arrives at the hotel there is a script between himself and the receptionist. The reading includes a full glossary of travel vocabulary in English and German. This reading is entirely in the present tense. ~A second page with 8 reading comprehension questions in German. ~Answer key. Editable word doc.
Bailes tradicionales de Colombia: Cumbia y Bambuco Lectura y Cultura
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Bailes tradicionales de Colombia: Cumbia y Bambuco Lectura y Cultura

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading on Colombian music and dances with a particular interest on Cumbia and Bambuco. The reading discusses the special clothing used in these dances as well as how they are performed. It also discusses Colombia’s unique geography and history. The reading is preceded by a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A Reading comprehension section. ~Answer key. Level: Spanish 2+ (in present and past tenses) Here is a video link on cumbia (3 minutes) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN1PHJE1ZFE&t=103s
Spanish Pronunciation Handout + Worksheet - La pronunciación
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Spanish Pronunciation Handout + Worksheet - La pronunciación

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This 3-page file includes: ~A handout on Spanish pronunciation ~A worksheet that serves as an excellent review of Spanish pronunciation. It features seven questions focusing on the specific pronunciation of individual letters and an eighth question that tests word stress of 9 words. ~Answer key.
El Tiempo en mi Ciudad: The Weather in My City Easy Spanish Reading / Ropa
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El Tiempo en mi Ciudad: The Weather in My City Easy Spanish Reading / Ropa

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading for students to review vocabulary around weather and related clothing. It talks about three young people in three different cities at different times of the year: London (raining), Cartagena (hot + sunny), New York City (cold + snowy). Reading includes a short glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with two parts: 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading A short writing section where students write a short paragraph each on two different young people based on what they are wearing. ~Answer key. Level: present tense only
Savoir vs Connaître French Reading + Worksheet: Lecture en Français
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Savoir vs Connaître French Reading + Worksheet: Lecture en Français

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This 3-page file includes: ~A present tense reading between two friends that includes 15 examples of the uses of savoir and connaître. They talk about people and events happening in their community and make plans for the following day. ~The same reading but with all of the savoir and connaître verbs missing! In this version and the students need to fill in the missing verbs to complete the dialogue. ~Answer key. The reading is followed by 8 Reading comprehension questions in English. Editable word file.
Wissen vs Kennen Deutsch Lesung: German Reading + Worksheet
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Wissen vs Kennen Deutsch Lesung: German Reading + Worksheet

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This 3-page file includes: ~A present tense reading between two friends that includes 15 examples of the uses of wissen and kennen. They talk about people and events happening in their community and make plans for the following day. ~The same reading but with all of the wissen and kennen verbs missing! In this version and the students need to fill in the missing verbs to complete the dialogue. ~Answer key. The reading is followed by 8 Reading comprehension questions in English. Editable word file.