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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.
El tango Lectura y Cultura ~ Tango Spanish Cultural Reading
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El tango Lectura y Cultura ~ Tango Spanish Cultural Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish cultural reading that talks about the dance the tango. It covers the historical and cultural significance of this dance in Argentina, the Buenos Aires district of La Boca and the life and music of Carlos Gardel, the most famous Argentine singer of all time. The reading features a glossary of new words. ~A worksheet with 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in Spanish and a short writing section. ~Answer key. This is a great video link on tango: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYJ1TfEY6z8 Level: in present and past tenses
Campamento de verano Lectura - Present Perfect Subjunctive Reading Summer Camp
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Campamento de verano Lectura - Present Perfect Subjunctive Reading Summer Camp

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This 4-page file includes: ~ A funny reading in the present perfect subjunctive about two parents worried about their son who is away from home for the first time at summer camp. They are wondering about what has happened during the week in the present perfect subjunctive. Reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~ A worksheet based on the reading with: 8 true/false reading comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key.
Spanish Conversation Starter Task Cards for Beginners - Question Words
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Spanish Conversation Starter Task Cards for Beginners - Question Words

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This 7-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused on asking questions (6 pages x 4 cards per sheet) ~Recording sheet All 24 task cards feature questions beginning with interrogatives: qué, quién, cuántos etc. Example questions: ¿Cuál es tu número de teléfono? ¿Cuántos hermanos tienes? ¿Dónde viven tus abuelos? Can be used alone, in pairs or in small groups!
Un viaje en avión Lectura - Booking a Trip Spanish Script
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Un viaje en avión Lectura - Booking a Trip Spanish Script

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In this beginner script an employee phones a travel agency to book a flight and hotel for her boss who is travelling to Mexico. The reading features a full glossary of new words and a true/false reading comprehension section. Activity idea: Students can take turns reading the roles and then practice booking an imaginary trip! Vocab: un asiento la escala de ida y vuelta de ida la ventanilla el pasillo la fila
El Día de la Raza Lectura y Cultura: Columbus Day - Cristobal Colón Reading
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El Día de la Raza Lectura y Cultura: Columbus Day - Cristobal Colón Reading

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This 3-page file includes: ~A Spanish reading about the meaning and history of El día de la raza / Columbus Day. It discusses pre-Columbian cultures and the life and times of Christopher Columbus and how his voyages impacted the Americas. The reading includes a full glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet based on the reading with 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in Spanish and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Here is link to a short Spanish bio (3 min) of Columbus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWGfFuNqImc Here is a short video on Dia de la Raza 2 min) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76MmuDf76eM Level: In present and past tenses
El día de Acción de Gracias Lectura ~ Thanksgiving Reading in Spanish
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El día de Acción de Gracias Lectura ~ Thanksgiving Reading in Spanish

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This 3-page file includes: ~A simple present tense reading written from the first-person perspective of 12-year-old Claudia who has recently arrived with her family from Nicaragua and is celebrating her first Thanksgiving at her new friend Monica’s house. It talks about the traditions, rituals and typical foods prepared on this day. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 10 true/false comprehension questions and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key.
Spanish Holidays Reading Bundle ~ Los días festivos Lecturas: Top 5 @35% off!
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Spanish Holidays Reading Bundle ~ Los días festivos Lecturas: Top 5 @35% off!

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This Spanish reading bundle includes My Top 5 major Hispanic holidays throughout the year @35% off! La Navidad La Semana Santa y la Pascua El Cinco de Mayo Carnival El día de los muertos All readings include a full glossary of specialized vocabulary and a reading comprehension section. Great for use throughout the year! Many of the stories are written from the first-person perspective of a young person living in the country.
Telenovela Lectura: Spanish Funny Script with Possessive Pronouns (mío, tuyo)
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Telenovela Lectura: Spanish Funny Script with Possessive Pronouns (mío, tuyo)

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This 4-page file includes: ~This reading includes a short paragraph explaining telenovela culture in Latin America. This is followed by a humorous scene from a fictitious soap opera titled “El amor mío es infinito” in which an attractive firefighter loses all his luxurious long hair in a fire! This reading includes numerous examples of Spanish Possessive Pronouns (mío, tuyo etc.) All the characters are introduced by name and character. The script includes parts for four people and is followed by a glossary of new vocabulary. This reading is in the present tense. ~A worksheet with true/false reading comprehension questions and a writing section where students write a continuation of the scene! This can be done for homework or in class, alone or in pairs. ~Answer key. (2pgs) Activity idea: Put students in groups of two or four to read the script. Have students underline all the possessive pronouns in the reading. Once they have read the script, have students translate it. Students may then continue the storyline in different ways by writing their own continuation to the story! These new scripts may be performed for the class or handed in for homework. Editable word file.
La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)
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La comida latina Lectura y Cultura - Latin Food Reading (ceviche, enchiladas)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading on traditional Latin American dishes. It begins with a brief history of ingredients traditionally used throughout the region before and after the Spanish came to the Americas. It also includes one paragraph each on: ceviche, enchiladas and carnitas. A large glossary of new food words is included. ~A worksheet with 7 comprehension questions in Spanish. ~Answer key. Level: Low intermediate This is a wonderful complement to any unit on Latin American food and culture. It can also be enjoyed on its own.
German Reading on Winter Activities / Hobbies (ich mag/ich habe (nicht) gern)
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German Reading on Winter Activities / Hobbies (ich mag/ich habe (nicht) gern)

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This 5-page file includes: ~A fun and simple reading with many uses of liking and disliking (gern/nicht gern/mag/lieber) in which 2 students are asked what activities the enjoy and don’t enjoy in winter. ~1 worksheet based on the reading with 10 true/ false reading comprehension questions and a writing assignment for students to write about the activities they enjoy doing in English. ~1 worksheet based on the reading with 10 true/ false reading comprehension questions and a writing assignment for students to write about the activities they enjoy doing in German ~Answer key Level: present tense only
German Adjective Endings Reading/Worksheet Renting a Room: Wohnung Mieten
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German Adjective Endings Reading/Worksheet Renting a Room: Wohnung Mieten

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This reading is a fictional advert for an apartment for rent for one month in the middle of Berlin, but it’s missing all the article and adjective endings! Students must fill in the endings, and answer a true/false reading comprehension section (available in German or English). Once completed, students are given the task for homework of writing a reply to the advert explaining why they are the perfect person for the rental and what activities they will undertake while in Berlin for a month. Answer key included.
En el aeropuerto ~ Timetable Spanish Worksheet ~ Telling time ~ Decir la hora
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En el aeropuerto ~ Timetable Spanish Worksheet ~ Telling time ~ Decir la hora

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This 4-page file includes: ~A worksheet that requires students to read a flight timetable in Spanish and answer 8 reading comprehension questions. Students must review how to talk about the time and question words! This activity may be done alone, in pairs or for homework. ~Answer key (2pgs) NOTE: There are 2 versions of the worksheet, regular and 24 hour clock.
Spanish Game Trivia Task Cards ~ Concurso de Preguntas Triviales ~ Sub Activity
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Spanish Game Trivia Task Cards ~ Concurso de Preguntas Triviales ~ Sub Activity

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24 Task Cards on Trivia about Spanish and Latin Countries in Spanish including: ~geography ~capital cities ~cultural questions ~language questions Example Questions: ¿Cuándo celebra México su Día de Independencia? ¿De dónde viene el flamenco? ¿Cuántos países tienen español como idioma oficial? ¿Qué país latino es un territorio de los Estados Unidos? ¿Cuál es el río más grande de Sudamérica? Hint: You can help students out by providing them with a map! Perfect for Fun, Cultural Learning and Sub Activity! Instructions: print on card stock and print out. Split students into pairs or small groups and the group with the most correct answers wins! This file includes: Answer Key Recording Sheet
Meine Schule German Reading on School Life: Deutsch Lesung
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Meine Schule German Reading on School Life: Deutsch Lesung

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In this reading a student in Germany is describing her school, school subjects, classmates and teachers. The reading includes 10 true/false reading comprehension questions in German OR English and a full glossary of new vocabulary. Level: Beginner Answer key included.
Die Umwelt Lesung - German Reading about the Environment (Earth Day)
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Die Umwelt Lesung - German Reading about the Environment (Earth Day)

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This 3-page file includes: ~A reading between two friends in the present tense where one is trying to convince the other to be more environmentally conscious! Reading includes a glossary of new environmental vocabulary. ~A reading comprehension worksheet with a true false section and a short writing assignment. ~Answer key. Example vocabulary: die Umwelt die Dose der Müll der Kasten wiederverwertbar der Kunststoff schaden
Imperfect Subjunctive Task Cards - Imperfecto de Subjuntivo
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Imperfect Subjunctive Task Cards - Imperfecto de Subjuntivo

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This 8-page file includes: ~24 task cards focused on the imperfect subjunctive (6 cards x 4 cards per sheet) ~Recording sheet ~Answer key These task cards provide a perfect cumulative review of the WEIRDO acronym as they include a mixture of: Verbal expressions: deseaba que… insistía que… Impersonal expressions: Era bueno que… Era raro que… Emotions: Me alegraba de que… Temaba que… Conjunctions: Estudiaba para que… Regular and irregular verbs are featured!