Happy Tuesday everyone! Tuesdays in my Spanish I classroom this year are Free Voluntary Reading (FVR) days. This is a routine I have incorporated this year into my weekly plans, and I have been ... Read More about Free Voluntary Reading Expectations and Procedures
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5 Ways to Build Your FVR Library for FREE
This is the year of new routines for me. I changed up my first day plans, started Persona Especial off with extra special people, included Weekend Chat right from our very first Monday, and a ... Read More about 5 Ways to Build Your FVR Library for FREE
Brain Break in Spanish Class – FREE Google Slides!
This year has been SO exciting so far! We're incorporating a TON of new routines into Spanish I. One of the new things I'm trying to make sure I include is a daily brain break in Spanish! As we go ... Read More about Brain Break in Spanish Class – FREE Google Slides!
Special Guest for Persona Especial – Bringing the Admin In!
This year with Spanish I we're trying to go full on comprehensible input, storytelling, you name it! One of the first things we're doing to implement this is changing up the routine at the beginning ... Read More about Special Guest for Persona Especial – Bringing the Admin In!
First Day Plans for Spanish I
Last June my colleague and I went to a TPRS conference in St. Louis. One of the things the presenter did was give us an example of his first day of school and it was RIVETING. We were all so into it, ... Read More about First Day Plans for Spanish I
Llama Themed Classrooms: LLAMAzing!
Llamas are huge right now! There are so many fun variations of classroom displays, decor ideas, and school supplies that are llama themed - it's bad for my bank account! This post is all about ... Read More about Llama Themed Classrooms: LLAMAzing!
Digital Teacher Planner Variations for Google Drive
Last week on Instagram I posted in my stories about getting some planning done, and I got some questions about the planner that I was using! I thought I would do a post showing and sharing the ... Read More about Digital Teacher Planner Variations for Google Drive
¡Corre en Círculos! – Get your students moving while they practice!
¡Corre en Círculos! is one of my favorite activities to do with my classes. I use it at least once a chapter. I have mentioned it in a few other blog posts here and here, and I figured it was about ... Read More about ¡Corre en Círculos! – Get your students moving while they practice!
Sub Binder: Snag this Time Saving Freebie!
Sub plans were last on my list of things to do for my first years of teaching. I was planning for the next week ahead, not a hypothetical just in case plan! A whole sub binder? I was definitely NOT ... Read More about Sub Binder: Snag this Time Saving Freebie!
FVR Library List – Time Saver for Spanish Teachers!
So, you've read up on the Expectations and Procedures for Free Voluntary Reading (FVR), and you've downloaded every free FVR Library resource possible. Maybe you've already put together a Donor's ... Read More about FVR Library List – Time Saver for Spanish Teachers!
Costa Rica Travel Tips
This summer I had the opportunity to go to Costa Rica for vacation (no students!). It was a lot of fun, and I’d thought I’d share some of the things I learned while I was there that would be helpful ... Read More about Costa Rica Travel Tips
TPRS Conference Takeaways
Earlier this summer I had the opportunity to attend a three-day training by TPRS Books in St. Louis. I wanted to take a second to share some of my biggest takeaways from the conference: CI/TPRS is ... Read More about TPRS Conference Takeaways
Back to School: Spanish Class Resource Libraries
Have you heard? The 2018 Resource Libraries are posted! Secondary Resource Library If you are looking for fresh new ideas, then be sure to check out the Secondary Spanish Back to School Resource ... Read More about Back to School: Spanish Class Resource Libraries
Classroom Seating Arrangement: The Minesweeper of Teaching
Have you ever stared at your classroom seating for hours, placing your students in seats until you're cross-eyed? I don’t think I’ve ever met a teacher who ... Read More about Classroom Seating Arrangement: The Minesweeper of Teaching
DIY Decor – Skip the Dollar Spot & Save Some $
Important Disclaimer: I am Not Crafty. I am Not Artsy. I am the person who posts Pinterest fails next to a neat little paint by numbers YouTube video, or cutesy themed recipe. So, if you're looking ... Read More about DIY Decor – Skip the Dollar Spot & Save Some $
10 Practical Gifts Your Teacher Will Love
Your teacher works super hard to help you (or your student) learn! You've got to tell them thank you and let them feel your appreciation! Here's the thing though - teachers LOVE getting gifts we ... Read More about 10 Practical Gifts Your Teacher Will Love
Routines for Spanish Class
Routines are a great way to start class! They help you plan and they help students know what to expect every day. You don't have to do the exact same thing every time, but having the structure in ... Read More about Routines for Spanish Class
Stations in Spanish Class
Stations are one of my favorite things to do in class, and I try to incorporate them at least once every other chapter. They’re a great tool to use, keep students moving, and provide a lot of ... Read More about Stations in Spanish Class
The Comprehensible Input Journey, cont.
A little over a month ago I posted about our CI journey that got kicked off with a conference hosted by Allison Wienhold from Mis Clases Locas. Quick recap: Our department is in the process of ... Read More about The Comprehensible Input Journey, cont.
GimKit – You HAVE to check it out!
I heard about GimKit in several places before (finally!) investigating, but Maris Hawkins was the true champion in introducing this website to me. In fact, here is her post on GimKit because ... Read More about GimKit – You HAVE to check it out!
GeoGuessr – Let’s Explore the World!
Okay, admit it. Have you clicked down to street view in Google Maps, and then accidentally found yourself 20 minutes later strolling down the street where you once walked in a city you stopped in, ... Read More about GeoGuessr – Let’s Explore the World!
Running Dictation Spanish Class Activity
I’ve heard about running dictation from a few different places, but Keith Toda's post here is where I ran into it first! Basically, running dictation is a way to do a dictation that incorporates ... Read More about Running Dictation Spanish Class Activity
Edpuzzle Ideas in World Language
Edpuzzle is a website that allows you to insert questions to videos you link or upload. It is one of my favorite practice or assessment tools. You can use a video you find on the internet, or you can ... Read More about Edpuzzle Ideas in World Language
Comprehensible Input Journey: Crazy Conference Capers
Have you ever been to a conference that just totally rocks your teaching methods and everything you've done so far in your teaching career? I attended a TPRS Training that did just that! It really ... Read More about Comprehensible Input Journey: Crazy Conference Capers