If your Spanish students are working on their language skills, Spanish listening skills are an important part of that! Using video clips and different Spanish audio files gives students the chance to hear different accents, new vocabulary, and the beautiful variety from Spanish-speaking countries across the world. Regional variations can be tricky for language learning, […]
Are your students getting a little antsy with the spooky holiday season? Let’s have a little fun with this creative Halloween writing activity for Spanish class! Watch the Video Halloween Writing Activity for Spanish Class Here is everything included in this Halloween writing activity for Spanish class: Halloween Writing Lesson Plan Choose and pass out […]
If you’re new to hosting a Spanish club, you might be feeling overwhelmed. Where do you even start? Personally, I’d recommend starting with one event per month of the school year – with some wiggle room for the beginning of the year! Check out this list of 10 Spanish club activities for high school students. […]
I am a big fan of SIMPLE when it comes to art. No messy or expensive supplies, and (if I am being honest) not a lot of artistic skill needed. Piñata projects are cool and all, but paper mache is a LOT. If you’re the same way, you may like these simple art in Spanish […]
With Hispanic Heritage Month coming up, I thought it might be fun to share different ways you can do projects with your classes to celebrate! Whether you want to highlight the Spanish-speaking countries, famous Hispanics, or focus on culture, there are options in this post to inspire you. Check out this round up of Hispanic […]
Let’s plan your first month of Spanish class together! If you’re teaching middle school or high school Spanish students, these Spanish lessons will help you with the first month of Spanish lesson plans for your first year students! Let’s walk through ideas and lesson plans for spending time in the target language in this detailed […]
Are you working on your lesson plans for Spanish possessive adjectives with your middle school and high school Spanish students? Check out these educational resources for your possessive adjectives Spanish grammar lesson! ​Types of Possessive Adjectives Short Form Long Form Correct Use of Possessive Adjectives When choosing the correct possessive adjective, students will choose the […]
If you are working on irregular verbs with your Spanish classes then you know several of the preterite of ar verbs in the first person have spelling changes in the preterite tense! Working on the yo form of these Spanish verbs can be tricky with your high school Spanish students, so lets look at some […]
We know how essential the interpretive mode is when acquiring language. In this guest interview, I got a chance to share lots of activities that we can do to engage students in any text at any proficiency level, from native speakers to your Spanish beginner classroom. Let’s take a look at reading activities for your […]
Hispanic Heritage Month will be here before you know it! Some schools have a door decorating contest for Hispanic Heritage Month Door Decorations, and sometimes you just want to make something visible to celebrate Hispanic culture! So let’s look at a round up of ideas for bulletin board and door decorations before September 15th gets […]
If you’re working on activities in your school or classroom for Hispanic Heritage Month, you will love this free Hispanic Heritage Month bulletin board printable I have for you today! I am also going to share several ideas for ways you can use it to decorate your door, hallway, or classroom. More Hispanic Heritage Month […]
Are you looking for Spanish Christmas activities for your middle school and high school Spanish classes? If you’re teaching about winter holidays, los Reyes Magos, and la Navidad, here’s a great set of free Spanish Christmas worksheets you can use as you discuss Christmas traditions in Spanish-speaking countries with your Spanish students! Spanish Vocabulary for […]
Spanish verb conjugations can be tricky! Present tense, past tense, future tenses, regular and irregular verbs – there’s a lot when it comes to correct conjugation! The best way to get your students to master the different forms of a conjugated verb is through reading and language acquisition, but I know not every department is […]
Are your students working on the verb gustar and los pasatiempos? These digital and printable Spanish reading comprehension activities are a great way to get a ton of comprehensible input into your students in a low prep way! Let’s take a look at these Spanish reading comprehension passages, lesson plans for using them, and more! […]
Are your students working on present tense verbs? If your high school students are practicing regular ar er ir verbs in Spanish class, here are some easy to use practices to conjugate basic Spanish verbs and use of the present tense! List of Common Regular Verbs ​As your students are working with Spanish present tense […]
If you’re looking for Spanish telling time worksheets, check out these great resources and independent work options for your middle school and high school students! Great for reviewing telling time expressions in Spanish as you work on your lesson plans! The Verb Ser When telling time, students don’t have to be able to conjugate the […]
If you are looking for fun Spanish weather vocabulary worksheets, this post is full of practice options for your Spanish students! Check out free resources, writing practice, a weather report project, and more digital versions for you to download and use with your Spanish weather vocabulary unit! This is perfect for your middle school and […]
Sometimes class can feel a little bit stale. Both you and your students can feel the need to switch things up. Let’s talk about some engaging activities in Spanish class! Ready for a fun fact about me? I used to coach gymnastics! My first experience organizing and directing groups of children was as a coach. I still […]
Are you looking for an entertaining and effective way to improve language skills? Check out the best Spanish language podcasts! These audio experiences are not only educational but also a fun way to learn and practice Spanish. Immerse yourself in authentic conversations, engaging storytelling, and lively discussions as native Spanish speakers guide you through the […]
Are you working on question words with your students? These are helpful for students to know, but they take a long time to master. Check out these question words in Spanish worksheet and review game activities for your novice Spanish students! Question Words in Spanish PDF Posters You already know that visual supports and scaffolding […]
If you are looking for a quick sub plan activity, or a way to give your students more listening, let’s look at some ideas for drawing in Spanish! These are perfect for comprehension and culture. We can use drawing as a tool in so many ways in classes, so let’s look at some possibilities! Drawing […]
It’s back to school season and many schools do an open house or meet the teacher night. This might be very relaxed, or it could be a super structured evening, depending on how your school runs the event. Let’s talk about some options for what to do during open house for Spanish class! Watch the […]
If you are working on your lesson plans for the first days of school with your Spanish 1 students, you might consider starting with cognates. Cognates in Spanish are a great way to provide an easy win for your novices and help them grow in confidence! Check out these ideas for a unit of Spanish […]
If you’re heading to middle school next year, you know how important it is to set expectations right from the start. Thinking through your policies and procedures ahead of time can save you a lot of grief as the school year goes on. Let’s talk about creating a syllabus for middle school Spanish classes! Watch […]
