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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 Weather with Months, Seasons, and Clothing Worksheet
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Spanish Weather with Months, Seasons, and Clothing Worksheet

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Students must: 1. Complete 9 fill in the blank sentences with a weather, month, season, or clothing word. Each sentence contains 2 blanks. A sample sentence is: En la __, llevo __ porque llueve mucho. 2. Write the English translation under each sentence. 3. Write a Spanish weather word under each of the 9 clip art images shown. This is a good activity for students to share in class so they can see how their answers differ from those of their classmates Since answers will vary, the download does not include an answer key.
Spanish Weather with Que Te Gusta Hacer Questions Worksheet
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Spanish Weather with Que Te Gusta Hacer Questions Worksheet

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Students must: 1. Respond in complete sentences to 11 questions about weather and preferred activities during different seasons and under different weather conditions. 2. Write a Spanish weather word under each of the 12 clip art images shown. Each question begins with "¿Qué te gusta hacer cuando...? / ¿Qué no te gusta hacer cuando...?" plus a season and/or weather condition. A sample question is: ¿Qué te gusta hacer en enero cuando nieva? Answers will vary, but there is a sample response key that can be used as an in class reading activity, or to prep students for the assignment.
Spanish Weather Vocabulary Game Cards and Flashcards - El Tiempo
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Spanish Weather Vocabulary Game Cards and Flashcards - El Tiempo

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Spanish Weather Vocabulary Game Cards and Flashcards - El Tiempo - Contents of the download: - 1 page with 16 weather images and no words - 1 page with 16 weather images with Spanish words - 1 page with 16 weather images with English words - 1 page with 16 weather images with Spanish words that come out on mouse click - 1 page with images and words of the 4 seasons with 3 weather images that pertain to each - 1 page of suggestions for using the game cards and flashcards A few of the activity ideas are: 1. Partner slap jack. 2. Print 2 copies for each set to use for playing the concentration game. 3. These cards can also be used as weather flashcards. Just distribute and have students write the vocabulary word on the reverse. 4. Finally, the slides can be projected for classroom vocabulary practice!
Spanish Weather and Clothing Skit / Role Play / Speaking Activity
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Spanish Weather and Clothing Skit / Role Play / Speaking Activity

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Spanish Weather and Clothing Skit / Role Play / Speaking Activity - This is a 2-person, 12 line skit featuring weather and clothing vocabulary and phrases. A boy is preparing to go outside and his mother is advising him on what to wear. The skit includes the use of tener que plus infinitive, deber plus infinitive, ir a plus infinitive, and querer plus infinitive. Other verbs include encantar, llevar, tomar, estar, divertirse, vestirse, jugar, and llover. Included in the download: 1. Skit in Spanish and English, copied 2 per page for student handouts. 2. Skit in Spanish only, copied 2 per page for student handouts. This can be used as a weather translation assignment. 3. Skit in Spanish only in large font that can be projected and used for presenting and practicing vocabulary as a class.
Spanish Weather Word Search Puzzle Worksheet
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Spanish Weather Word Search Puzzle Worksheet

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Spanish Weather Word Search Puzzle Worksheet - This activity contains 24 clues for Spanish weather words and phases. Sample words are hace calor, truena, buen tiempo, and tempuratura. Students are instructed to complete the crossword, write Spanish vocabulary words under each picture and also write the Spanish vocabulary word next to each clue so they get lots of practice with each word.
Spanish Weather Matching Worksheet or Quiz with Vocabulary Reference
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Spanish Weather Matching Worksheet or Quiz with Vocabulary Reference

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Spanish Weather Matching Worksheet or Quiz with Vocabulary Reference - Included in the download: 1. Matching worksheet or quiz with 27 words or phrases, and 7 clip art images to identify 2. Answer key 3. Vocabulary reference - 2 per page for student handouts 4. Enlarged vocabulary for class presentation, pronunciation practice, and review Students are instructed to: 1. Complete the matching. 2. Write the Spanish word next to the English phase. 3. Write a Spanish word under each clip art image.
French Prepositions Sketch and Game Cards / Flashcards
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French Prepositions Sketch and Game Cards / Flashcards

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French Prepositions Sketch and Game Cards / Flashcards - Included in the download are: 1 - 12 squares for students to sketch the prepositions or prepositional phrases contained in each 2 - 12 squares containing clip art images only 3 - 12 squares containing clip art images with corresponding prepositions or prepositional phrases 4 - Suggested uses page The cards have a variety of uses, including games such as slapjack, memory, go fish; flashcards, assignment, and more.
French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles
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French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles

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French Weather Creative Writing Activity - 6 Speech Bubbles - Quirky characters and weather pictures will get the attention of your students and get them using newly acquired weather vocabulary and phrases. They'll beg to share their homework with the class! This French comic strip creative writing activity includes 6 different squares of characters, weather conditions, and speech bubbles for student writing. The instructions in English are included on the activity.
French Clothing Cut and Paste / Game Cards
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French Clothing Cut and Paste / Game Cards

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This download contains: 1. 1 page of 12 summer clothing items and accessories for students to cut and paste, plus a corresponding grid page containing vocabulary words onto which students paste the summer clothing words. 2. 1 page of 12 winter clothing and accessories for students to cut and paste, plus a corresponding grid page containing vocabulary words onto which students paste the winter clothing words. Other activity ideas: Both of the above contain a page with the answer key that can also be projected in class to present and review the clothing vocabulary. The grid pages can be projected and students can make quick clothing sketches on the Smart Board. These pages can also be printed and used as a quick sketch quiz. The clothing pictures can be printed and used for individual flashcards or slap-jack cards. Print 2 or more of each and use the cards for playing memory or "go fish".
French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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French Class Objects 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 29 common class objects. Sample class objects are stylo, crayon, bureau, pupitre, gomme, tableau, chaise, and livre. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in French and English. This can be used as a class objects vocabulary bookmark and reference.
French Family and Pets Vocabulary Reference - 65 + Words!
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French Family and Pets Vocabulary Reference - 65 + Words!

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This French family and pets vocabulary list includes over 65 words. The vocabulary is alphabetized both French to English and English to French. It can be used as a student handout reference, copied onto a transparency, or projected to the entire class for introducing or reviewing family and pets vocabulary.
French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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French Family and Pets Vocabulary 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle - Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 different French family words. Sample words are: maman, père, chien, tante, sœur, jumeau, petits-enfants, demi-frère, chat, fille, and grand-mère. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in French and English. This can be used as a family and pets vocabulary bookmark and reference.
French Family and Pets Word Search Puzzle, Image IDs, and images to identify.
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French Family and Pets Word Search Puzzle, Image IDs, and images to identify.

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This word search contains 24 clues for French family and pets words. Sample words are: sœur, cousine, demi-frère, chien, maman, papa, mère, and grand-père. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the English translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 9 clip art images 3. Find the 24 words in the word search The download includes: 1. Word search 2. Answer key with English translations 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts
French Family and Pets Crossword Puzzle, Image IDs, and Vocabulary
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French Family and Pets Crossword Puzzle, Image IDs, and Vocabulary

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This crossword contains 25 clues for French family and pets words. Sample words are: sœur, cousine, demi-frère, chien, maman, papa, mère, and grand-père. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the French translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 9 clip art images 3. Complete the crossword The 3 page download includes: 1. Crossword 2. Answer key 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts
French Clothing 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle
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French Clothing 4 x 4 Matching Squares Puzzle

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Students assemble a 4 x 4 French/English vocabulary puzzle with 25 common clothing words. Several words are repeated which makes the puzzle more challenging. Just photocopy enough for a class set (1 for every 2 students if working in pairs, or 1 per student if working alone), cut and fasten with a paper clip. Distribute to students and challenge them to reassemble the puzzles as quickly as possible. There is a list of all words alongside the puzzle in French and English. This can be used as a clothing bookmark and reference.
French Clothing and Accessories Word Search Puzzle and Vocabulary
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French Clothing and Accessories Word Search Puzzle and Vocabulary

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This puzzle contains 24 French clothing and accessories words. Most of the words are clothing accessories such as anneau, lunettes, casquette, montre, gants, parapluie, and sac à main. Students are instructed to: 1. Write the English translation next to each clue 2. Write a French word under each of the 11 clip art images 3. Find the words in the word search The download includes: 1. Word search puzzle 2. Answer key with English translations next to the French words 3. Vocabulary page with 2/page for student handouts 4. Large font vocabulary page for presenting and practicing vocabulary as a class.
Famous Lines in Poetry - 35 Famous Lines with Title, Author and Date
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Famous Lines in Poetry - 35 Famous Lines with Title, Author and Date

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Famous Lines in Poetry - 35 Famous Lines with Title, Author and Date - This Power Point contains the poem title, poet author and the date of publication of 35 frequently quoted or cited lines in poetry. Poets included are: Alexander Pope Alfred, Lord Tennyson Andrew Marvel Carl Sandburg Edgar Allan Poe Elizabeth Barrett Browning Emily Dickinson Gertrude Stein Henry Wordsworth Longfellow Jenny Joseph John Keats John McCrae Joyce Kilmer Julia Ward Howe Ogden Nash Percy Bysshe Shelley Robert Frost Samuel Taylor Coleridge TS Eliot William Butler Yeats William Earnest Henley William Shakespeare William Wordsworth Each slide has the line of poetry and the poem title, date of publication and poet name come out on mouse click. The PowerPoint also includes one slide that contains all lines of poetry with authors that could be printed and given to students. Use this item as a PowerPoint presentation or print, laminate if desired and post on a bulletin board or around the room to surround your students with poetic decorations!
Arab Country Research Project
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Arab Country Research Project

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Arab Country Research Poster Project - Students choose and research an Arab country, make a poster and then do oral presentations on their countries. Students choose 5 categories from a list of 23 to research using the internet and/or reference books. Categories include animals, clothing, important cities, food, holidays, music, tourist attractions and more. They must also include 10 country facts such as capital, population and currency. This is a high interest project that allows students to be creative while learning about the Middle East and Africa, and Arab culture.
Airport Slapjack Game Cards / Flashcards - For Any Language
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Airport Slapjack Game Cards / Flashcards - For Any Language

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18 airport clip art images that can be photocopied and cut for playing partner slap jack. Print 2 copies for each set to use for playing the concentration game. These cards can also be used as airport flashcards. Just distribute and have students write the vocabulary word in the target language on the reverse. Finally, the slides can be projected for classroom vocabulary practice! Included in the set is 1 page with an English list of all 18 airport vocabulary words in the card set, plus a few additional words associated with airports.