I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.
I'm currently teaching 8th grade Spanish. I have taught all levels of Spanish, from kindergarten to high school, at various times in the past 17 years. I have a BA in Spanish and International Relations from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, IL, and an MA in Spanish Language and Culture from the University of Salamanca in Salamanca, Spain. My shop includes all types of resources for Spanish and French, as well as materials for English Language Arts and ELL.
French Christmas and Pere Noel Writing Activity - Students get creative with this Christmas speech bubble or comic strip worksheet! There are 6 different scenes of Père Noël doing a variety of unusual activities, each with speech bubbles in which students write their creative comments based on the pictures. This fun activity is one that students enjoy sharing with their classmates! The assignment works well with students of all ages and levels.
French Christmas / Noel Game Cards and Flashcards - These cards can be used as student flashcards for vocabulary practice, slap-jack game cards, memory game cards, or go fish cards. There are 32 different cards. They can also be projected to introduce and review vocabulary, and to play the flyswatter game.
Included in the 4 page download:
1. Suggested uses for the cards
2. 32 image cards with vocabulary on 2 pages
3. 32 image cards without vocabulary on 2 pages
Presidents' Day 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - ENGLISH - Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with Presidents' Day such as government, constitution, first president George Washington, White House, etc. They then create their own version using the text only template. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages. This item also includes suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Winter Olympic Sports in English - 2 Emergent Readers - Each booklet contains 12 pages: the title page with 11 additional pages containing sports included in the winter Olympic games. One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Vocabulary words included are alpine skiing, nordic skiing figure skating, luge, hockey, speed skating, bobsled, snowboarding, biathlon, ski jumping, and curling. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and clip art images. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review, and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Winter Olympic Games 2 Emergent Readers - ENGLISH - Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words associated with the winter Olympic games. One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Vocabulary words included are medals, torch, spectators, rings, winter, snow, sports, and champions. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and clip art images. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review, and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Winter Creative Writing Speech Bubble - ENGLISH - Students write creatively in 6 different speech bubbles containing scenes of winter activities. This is also a great activity to project on the Smart Board for a full class activity.
Winter Clothing 2 Emergent Readers - Warm up to winter with these winter clothing booklets! Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words for clothing worn in winter. One booklet contains text and images, the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Words included jacket, mittens, scarf, boots, sweater, snow pants, and hat. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and clip art images. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Students of all ages LOVE this Valentine's Day activity! They practice writing descriptive adjectives about their classmates and at the end of the class, each has a Valentine's Day keepsake that many will talk about and save for years.
Included in the download:
1. 3 numbered pages for the in class activity which is enough for a class of 42, if necessary.
2. 1 page with 138 descriptive adjectives of people for the Valentine's Day activity and future reference.
3. 1 page of instructions that include a sample of what each student will do in class and an explanation and example of a follow-up writing assignment.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Spanish Valentine's Day Color by Number Activities - San Valentin - Students practice 8 different Spanish colors with these 4 slightly different designs of Valentine hearts.
Included:
1. Colored, numbered heart for projecting in class - students can write the color words on paper or on the Smart Board
2. Plain, numbered heart. Students color the heart sections based on the colors provided.
3. Plain, numbered heart. Students choose the colors that they want, write them on the key and color the heart sections accordingly.
4. Plain heart with no numbers that can be colored in any way desired.
Valentine's Day Bundle in Spanish - 15 Items - El Dia de San Valentin - Buy this bundle of fun activities and save! All items are also sold separately on TES. If purchased separately, this 73 page bundle would cost $36! Included: 1. Poesía del Amor / Cloze Activities, p. 3 2. Heart Sketches, p. 7 3. Bingo – 36 Cards & Vocabulary, p. 9 4. Vocabulary, 25 Words, p. 46 5. 34 Word Crossword Puzzle / Answer Key, p. 48 6. Descriptive Adjective Activity (Students LOVE this activity!), p. 50 7. 137 Word Adjectives Reference - English / Spanish, p. 54 - Your students will use this all year! 8. Vocabulary List for 17 Word Crossword, p. 58 9. 17 Word Crossword / Answer Key, p. 59 10. 18 Vocabulary IDs / Answer Key, p. 61 11. 24 Love Verbs & Direct Object Pronouns/Answer Key, p. 63 12. 2 Person Romeo & Juliette Skit, p. 65 13. Numbers Listening Activity, p. 66 14. Creative Writing Speech Bubbles, p. 68 15. Teacher to Student Valentine Cards - 2 sizes, p. 69 Many of these items can be used all year and also make great substitute lessons! Happy Valentine's Day!
Valentine's Day Bookmarks - With and Without Vocabulary Words - The images included on the bookmarks are chocolate, flowers, love, hugs, and cards. Each page contains 5 of the same bookmark. The version without the vocabulary words gives the option of having students write the vocabulary words for a little extra practice. Just copy, cut, and share with your students!
Valentine's Day 2 Booklets - ENGLISH - Students first read and cut out the booklet that contains text and illustrations. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing words associated with Valentine's Day such as love, kisses, candy, chocolate, Cupid, hearts, etc. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Students change 15 Spanish Valentine vocabulary words from singular to plural and then provide the English translation for each. An explanation of the formation of plural nouns is included. The answer key is included.
Super Bowl 2015 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Football - Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with the Super Bowl such as ball, team, coaches, referee, cheerleaders, stadium, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
These Super Bowl booklets are updated annually. Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with the Super Bowl such as ball, team, coaches, referee, cheerleaders, stadium, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Super Bowl 2014 - 2 Emergent Reader Booklets - Football - Each booklet contains 16 pages: the title page with 15 additional pages. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with the Super Bowl such as ball, team, coaches, referee, cheerleaders, stadium, etc. They then sketch and create their own version using the text only template. The illustration version can be projected in class to present, review and practice pronunciation of the vocabulary words. The text only version can be projected onto the Smart Board and students can draw pictures on the Smart Board that correspond to the text.
Spanish Valentine's Day Vocabulary, 34 Word Crossword and Picture IDs - This crossword puzzle includes words and phrases such as "Do you love me?", "February 14", "friendship", "to flirt", "to give a gift" and more! A vocabulary list of all words is included. This can be used to present and review vocabulary, and can also be a student reference when making Valentine's Day cards. Students must: 1. Complete the puzzle 2. Write a Spanish vocabulary word next to each clue 3. Write a Spanish word under each of the 12 clip art images. The answer key is included.
Spanish Valentine's Day Vocabulary IDs Worksheet - Students write Spanish vocabulary words associated with Valentine's Day under 18 clip art pictures. The colorful answer key is great for introducing and practicing Valentine's Day vocabulary on the Smart Board or overhead projector. This activity is also included in my Spanish Vocabulary IDs Bundle of 32 Topics.
Spanish Valentine's Day SmartBoard Games & Activities - Valentine's Day will be definitely be happy in your classroom with these 7 Smart Board games and activities! Included are: 1. Colored Hearts - for practicing colors and/or prepositions 2. Body & Clothing - drag words to correct place, then draw additional words 3. Word Guess Spelling - spell the Spanish Valentine words 4. Word Generator - translate the Spanish Valentine words 5. Drag Word to Picture - more body parts & clothing practice 6. Random Image Chooser - say Spanish word for the random image that appears 7. Word Biz Spelling - provide the Spanish spelling for the English Valentine word or phrase.
Note: The download contains 1 SmartBoard activity file. The other files shown are preview files only.
Spanish Valentine's Day Sketch and Label Activity - 2 Designs - Students sketch and label 10 things that remind them of Valentine's Day / El Dia de San Valentin / El Dia de los Enamorados. There are 2 designs of hearts and each has 2 word banks containing 14 vocabulary words. Sample words are candy, hearts, flowers, chocolate, etc.