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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.

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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.
Spanish Verb Conjugation Charts - Present Tense
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Spanish Verb Conjugation Charts - Present Tense

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This file contains 5 pages of conjugation forms with definitions of infinitive, conjugation, verb ending, and verb stem, plus 1 page of suggestions for using the forms. Also included on the 2 initial forms is a concise 3 step explanation of how to conjugate present tense verbs. The forms can be used in 3 stages: initial presentation, follow-up review and practice, routine note taking throughout the year when new verbs are presented. The forms are great for back to school review for upper levels, they can be used for conjugation quizzes, and also for conjugation homework assignments. 6 pages
Spanish Airport / Travel Crossword and Word List - Substitute Lesson
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Spanish Airport / Travel Crossword and Word List - Substitute Lesson

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This Spanish Airport/Travel Crossword contains 30 Spanish airport and travel vocabulary words plus corresponding Spanish to English and English to Spanish vocabulary lists. Students are instructed to complete the following 3 tasks so they get plenty of practice using the vocabulary: 1. Complete the crossword 2. Write an appropriate Spanish vocabulary word under each picture 3. Write the Spanish translation next to the clue This item makes a good substitute activity because students can use the vocabulary list to quiz each other after completing the crossword. 2 pages
Spanish Alphabet with Animals Signs and Presentation - Alfabeto
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Spanish Alphabet with Animals Signs and Presentation - Alfabeto

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Add color to your classroom with these 33 Spanish Animals Alphabet signs! Each sign has a letter, animal picture and the Spanish animal word. All 30 original Spanish letters are included, plus a title page, end page and page that includes the letters ch, ll, n with tilde, and rr. This item can also be used as a presentation. 33 pages abecedario español
Spanish Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Word Search & Vocabulary
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Spanish Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos Word Search & Vocabulary

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This Dia de los Muertos word search puzzle worksheet contains 22 clues for common Spanish Day of the Dead vocabulary words plus several clip art images. Students are instructed to: 1. Complete the word search 2. Write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture 3. Write the English vocabulary word next to each word A corresponding vocabulary list, copied 2 per page, is included. 2 pages
Spanish Colors Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Los Colores
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Spanish Colors Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - Los Colores

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This word search contains 20 Spanish color words and pattern words such as polka dot and striped. Instructions are given to also write an appropriate Spanish color word under each clip art image shown and the English translation next to the Spanish words listed so students get plenty of practice with the vocabulary. This can also be purchased as part of my Spanish Colors Bundle. The answer key is included.
Spanish Word Wall Bundle of 7 Walls - 156 Pages, 284 Words and Phrases
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Spanish Word Wall Bundle of 7 Walls - 156 Pages, 284 Words and Phrases

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Give your students the visual classroom resources they need to develop reading and writing vocabularies! You'll save over 35% with this Spanish Word Wall Bundle. The download includes 156 colorful 8 1/2 x 11 printable signs containing 284 useful words and phrases for the Spanish or bilingual classroom. Many of the signs have at least 1 clip art image to assist with meaning and enhance the appearance of the sign. Included in the download are the following word walls: Spanish Opinions and Survival Language Classroom Signs Spanish Opposites Spanish Adverbs Spanish Class Commands Spanish Classroom Language Spanish Adjectives Spanish Tener Expressions Each word wall is sold individually on TES. Purchasing the bundle offers a savings of $12.50 over the individual purchase price of all 7 word walls. Just print, laminate if desired, and hang where students can easily see the word wall. These downloads can also be used to present and review the various vocabulary words and phrases.
Spanish Weather Song With Actions - ¿Qué tiempo hace?
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Spanish Weather Song With Actions - ¿Qué tiempo hace?

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Your students will remember weather phrases forever with this song! It is sung to the tune of a well known children's song and features 12 weather expressions such as "hace calor" with accompanying actions. It's great for brain breaks and getting students up and moving! Students of all ages love to sing this and will do so often because of the catchy tune with dramatic actions. It works well in Spanish classes as well as bilingual / dual language classrooms. Included: 1. One page with 1 song on it 2. One page with 2 songs on it for student handouts 3. One page with tips on how to use the song The English translation is included. 3 pages
Spanish Numbers and Math Listening Activity
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Spanish Numbers and Math Listening Activity

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This Spanish numbers listening activity will hold the attention of your students as they make their way around the oval writing the Spanish numbers that you dictate. After all numbers are dictated, students quickly do the math to find the correct final answer based on the numbers that they heard and wrote. They will be anxious to raise their hands and share their results! You choose the numbers for the activity so it can be used for very basic numbers or large numbers, depending on your focus. The download includes an instruction page. 2 pages
Spanish Numbers & Classroom Objects - ¿Cuántos hay?
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Spanish Numbers & Classroom Objects - ¿Cuántos hay?

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Included in this activity: 1. 20 digits to write as Spanish number words 2. 5 questions to write using cuántos or cuántas with classroom vocabulary 3. 5 clip art images of classroom objects to identify and write the quantity as a Spanish number. There are examples with a grammar explanation of the questions that students must write. The answer key is included. 2 pages
Spanish Foods Fruits and Vegetables Sketch Project
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Spanish Foods Fruits and Vegetables Sketch Project

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Add some creative fun to your food unit! Students sketch and label a person, monster or creature using a minimum of 15 fruits and vegetables. This example will give them inspiration to get started. Students love doing this project and eagerly present their creations to their classmates. This activity works well as a sub lesson! You'll want to hang their finished projects on a bulletin board or outside your room! 1 page
Spanish Final Exam Study Guide & General Reference - 30+ Topics!
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Spanish Final Exam Study Guide & General Reference - 30+ Topics!

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Spanish Final Exam Study Guide & General Reference - 30+ Topics! - This study guide and reference contains 30 numbered topics, plus several others that are sprinkled in wherever there is space for another helpful topic. Most items contain both explanations and examples, and several contain easy to remember mnemonics. This item is great for Spanish I and II students, but also a very good review for upper level students. Topics included are: 1. List of common vocabulary topics that should be reviewed 2. Present tense verbs (verb endings, regular, irregular and stem change) 3. Present progressive 4. Preterit regular verbs 5. Preterit irregular verbs including "sole" verbs and car/gar/zar verbs 6. Direct and indirect object pronouns 7. Reflexive verbs 8. Possessive adjectives 9. Personal "a" 10. Demonstrative adjectives 11. Negative sentences 12. Regular and irregular informal affirmative commands 13. Doler 14. Tener que + infinitive 14a.Possessive de 15. Numbers 15a.Tener idioms 16. Cuanto cuesta/n 17. Equal and Unequal comparisons 18. Prepositions of location 19. Interrogatives 20. Weather & seasons 21. Time 22. Calendar - months, days, adverbs of time 22a.Contractions 23. Saber & Conocer 23a.Plurals and adjective agreement 24. Deber + infinitive 25. Ir a + infinitive 26. Con + subject pronouns 27. Imperfect - includes full conjugations of the 3 irregulars, conjugations of 1 AR and 1 ER/IR verb, a rhyme to remember difference between preterit and imperfect uses AND an acronym for imperfect uses. 28. Gustar verbs 29. Acabar de + infinitive 30. Por and Para acronyms This item will assist with in class group review and as a handout it will be a valuable reference for your students now and in the future. 4 pages
Spanish Commands Informal Tú - Consejos y Recuerdos de Mamá
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Spanish Commands Informal Tú - Consejos y Recuerdos de Mamá

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Remind students of mom with this Spanish Informal Commands PowerPoint featuring 37 slides with advice and reminders frequently spoken by moms. Sample commands are: Wipe your feet, brush your teeth, call your mom, etc. There are a variety of verbs including regular, irregular and reflexives. The affirmative tú commands come out on mouse click. The slides can also be printed and used as flashcards, hung around the classroom, or used to make a colorful bulletin board filled with Mom's advice. 37 slides
Spanish Commands Tú Affirmative Bundled Packet Homework & Reference
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Spanish Commands Tú Affirmative Bundled Packet Homework & Reference

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Save 30% with this Spanish Commands Bundle! The 14 page commands bundle contains 6 tú commands worksheets, plus explanations, examples, and reference handouts. Included in the bundle: 1. Table of Contents 2. Regular Affirmative Tu Commands Explanation 3. Irregular Affirmative Commands List and Examples 4. Practice Chart for Infinitive, Tu Command, and the English Translation 5. 5 Worksheets as follows: - 18 Tu Commands Food - 18 Tu Commands and Clothing and DOPs - 18 Tu Commands with DOPs Transportation - 18 Tu Commands with Transportation and City - 18 Tu Commands DOPs with er/ir verbs 6. Answer keys for all worksheets The 5 practice charts are also sold separately. The commands explanation, irregulars list, and practice chart (numbers 2 - 5 above) are grouped together and also available for purchase outside of this bundle. 14 pages
Spanish Feelings Matching and Image IDs Worksheet or Quiz
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Spanish Feelings Matching and Image IDs Worksheet or Quiz

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Spanish Feelings Matching and Image IDs Worksheet or Quiz - Students must complete 3 tasks on this activity: 1. Match 22 common Spanish feelings words with the English translation 2. Write a Spanish feelings word next to each English word 3. Write a Spanish feelings word under each of the 6 images The answer key is included. 2 pages
Spanish Greetings, Names, and Feelings Chart and Dialogues
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Spanish Greetings, Names, and Feelings Chart and Dialogues

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Students do the following activities: 1. Complete a 3 category chart: feelings words, names phrases, and greetings and leave takings words 2. Fill in the blanks of a 2-person dialogue 3. Compose their own greetings dialogue 4. Write feelings words under each of the 8 images When the dialogue is complete, students can practice and present it for speaking and pronunciation practice. The answer key is included. 2 pages
Spanish Irregular Verbs 85 Translations with Adverbs and Direct Object Pronouns
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Spanish Irregular Verbs 85 Translations with Adverbs and Direct Object Pronouns

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This worksheet contains the most common present tense irregular verbs, adverbs of frequency, and 17 sentences that include direct object pronouns. The direct object pronoun words are bolded to remind students that there is something special about the words. Sample verbs used are oír, poner, venir, ir, decir, hacer, traer, salir, dar, saber and conocer. Each different verb is grouped together with 5-7 different subjects so students get repetition of the same verb. There is a word bank containing 14 vocabulary words to assist students with their sentence translations. Note that several of the translations are phrases (most notably for the verb poner) to give students the necessary conjugation practice without introducing too many new vocabulary words. This is a great activity for students to work on as a substitute teacher lesson, and also for back to school review for experienced Spanish students. The answer key is included. 4 pages
Spanish Months of the Year & Hispanic Festivals Signs - Calendar
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Spanish Months of the Year & Hispanic Festivals Signs - Calendar

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Print these Spanish Months of the Year & Hispanic Festivals Classroom Signs for colorful, cultural classroom decorations, as well as a helpful reference for your students! Each sign contains at least one image pertaining to a holiday or festival celebrated in Spanish speaking countries. Holidays include Three Kings Day, Day of the Dead, Mexican Independence, Tomatina, Las Posadas, Feria de Abril, Cinco de Mayo, Corpus Christi Day, Las Fallas, Running of the Bulls and Valentine's Day. The signs print out as 8 1/2 x 11 pages. The signs will make back to school bright and cheery in your classroom! 13 pages
Spanish Speaking Activity / Get to Know You Activity - Helado Favorito
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Spanish Speaking Activity / Get to Know You Activity - Helado Favorito

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Help your students get to know their classmates and practice Spanish speaking skills with this fun activity about everyone's favorite topic...ice cream! Each student mingles with a grid and asks 9 classmates their names and favorite flavor of ice cream. Their answers are recorded on the grid. Bilingual sample questions and responses are included to assist students. Also included is a follow-up written assignment. Students write a sentence in the third person for each of the 9 students interviewed stating the student's name and favorite ice cream. This is a great back to school activity for continuing students, but it can be used any time to practice asking and answer questions. The follow-up assignment is helpful for practicing the Spanish possessive de. 2 pages
Spanish September and School 2 Emergent Reader Booklets
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Spanish September and School 2 Emergent Reader Booklets

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One booklet contains text and illustrations and the other contains text only so students can sketch and create their own versions of the booklets. Each booklet contains 8 pages: the title page with 7 additional pages containing common Spanish words associated with September and school such as teacher, friends, lunch, bus, etc. 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 illustrations. 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. Both booklets make helpful additions to interactive notebooks. 6 pages