As the school year begins, one of the most important back to school preparations you can make is putting your…
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2020 Teacher Essentials
Each year, teachers ready their wishlists. And usually, I’m advocating for waiting. Wait and see what you actually need, wait…
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Syllabus for Spanish Class
It’s the start of a new course or semester, and you’re trying to get everything ready for back to school!…
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The ONE Thing you NEED as a New Teacher
Back to School season is just around the corner. You put together your resume, rocked your interview, and got your…
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Social Media Templates in the Classroom
Sometimes, you just need a different hook to reach your students. The very same students who zone out over a…
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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…
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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…
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Llama Themed Classrooms: LLAMAzing!
Llamas are huge right now! There are so many fun variations of classroom displays, decor ideas, and school supplies that…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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Routines for Spanish Class
Routines are a great way to start class! They help you plan and they help students know what to expect…
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Plans for Your First Day Back from Winter Break
Hola a todo@s! I hope you’re enjoying your winter break as much as I am! Hopefully you’re not beginning to…
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90% Time in the Target Language Handout
Being intentional about spending 90% of class time in the target language? Be intentional in how you explain it to parents and students as well!
Back to School: Minimal Effort Meals
This is a slightly different post than everything else I’ve written on this blog so far, but I feel like…
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