The first day of school is tomorrow for me, and I will admit; I am more nervous than usual. I was doggedly tired at the end of last year, and consequently I didn’t lift a finger this summer (only to put delicious food in my belly!). I was too caught up going to World Cup… Continue reading Nail Your First Day of School With This Dynamic WL Activity: It’s Student-Approved!
Category: Comprehensible Input
Inside the Un día en Palenque Activity Book: A Sneak Peek!
Want a sneak peek inside the Un día en Palenque Student Activity Book? I'm almost at the finish line — and I couldn't wait to share a few highlights. Whether you're building a unit on Colombia, bringing more diversity into your curriculum, or highlighting ancestral practices in Afro-Latino communities, this activity book was made with your classroom in mind...
20+ Short Stories For Spanish Class: High-Interest Reads for Students
20+ High-interest short stories in Spanish that students actually read. Perfect for middle and high school Spanish classes and language learners.
Comprehensible, Inquiry-based project with an AI Twist (Spanish 1+)
I hope everyone has had a restorative and restful Thanksgiving Break. As I have been on my resilience tour these past few months (see previous post here), you should know that I take personal rest and societal withdrawal very seriously. In fact, and even to my surprise, I did exceptionally minimum work on our mini-vacation… Continue reading Comprehensible, Inquiry-based project with an AI Twist (Spanish 1+)
Freebie Included! Halloween-themed Resources for Spanish & French Class!
Wander through the besieged forests, reptilian-infested islands, haunted forts, and ghostly cemeteries with this new Scary Story Bundle available while supplies last!
La vecina chismosa
Calling all Chismosos Everywhere! New Novel, Fresh Gossip!Looking to add a little extra drama to your shelves this fall? La vecina chismosa might be just the book. Perfect for Spanish Level 2, this novel blends comedy, creativity, and comprehensibility in all the right ways. It’s an especially fun pick for students who need that gentle push toward… Continue reading La vecina chismosa
Spanish Novels for Level 1 Students – Ideal for Independent Reading & Thematic Units
Spanish Novels for Level 1 Students: Ideal for Independent Reading & Thematic Units
Tres Citas Para El Prom: Una Aventura Cómica (New CI Novel)
Tres Citas Para El Prom: Not Every Problem Has an Easy Solution (New CI Novel).
Writing with Purpose: Representation, Relevance, and Resonance in Storytelling!
Writing with Purpose: Representation, Relevance, and Resonance in Storytelling!
Engaging Reads for Your Students: Stories of Identity, Self-Acceptance, and Resilience!
This week on Teaching From the Trenches, we looked at books with an integrated cast of characters. The theme emerging this week was identity and self-acceptance. Take a look below at the novels as you might want to grab a few for you classroom library!
