Teaching is a full-on contact sport. We engage yourself physically, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically. Not many jobs require this type of PREMIUM membership; so, aren't we the lucky ones? Teaching during the pandemic made me realize that my energy reserves were consistently being depleted, with a limited amount of time for replenishment. Like most teachers,… Continue reading Designing Lessons With Preserving Your Energy In Mind: Teaching from the Trenches 101 (Sample Routine)
Category: Comprehensible Input
“La revelación”: New CI Thriller by A.C. Quintero
Check out the new book trailer added! https://youtu.be/x9uUbim5ECE?si=5ilpM1EOFWIfTvda If your students loved the drama-drenched mystery of Las apariencias engañan, the adrenaline pumping suspenseful sequel, El amario, and the thrilling plot twists of Las sombras; they’ll relish this new CI reader: “La revelación.” Three years in the making, this tale weaves a rich tapestry of characters,… Continue reading “La revelación”: New CI Thriller by A.C. Quintero
HOT OFF THE PRESS! “Breaking News” Activity for WL Language Class from my 2nd Week of School- Template Included!
The beginning of the school year, once dreaded, is now becoming my favorite time of the year! I love all the new faces, new activities, and exploring the world of language. For the past couple of years, I have done this Todos sobre mí activity as well as this La máquina del tiempo activity to… Continue reading HOT OFF THE PRESS! “Breaking News” Activity for WL Language Class from my 2nd Week of School- Template Included!
Spanish Reading with Audio (freebie), Graphic Novella & More Brand Spanking New Resources on Sale Today and Tomorrow (Aug 6&7)
It's that time again, when teacher creators have our annual show and tell! Well, we have a few more things we'd like to show you, and maybe even some confessions to tell! There are a few new kids on the block, and I truly am excited for what's on the horizon! Let's start this school… Continue reading Spanish Reading with Audio (freebie), Graphic Novella & More Brand Spanking New Resources on Sale Today and Tomorrow (Aug 6&7)
Good Trouble Bundle-CI Books Featuring Characters of Color
The Good Trouble Bundle features 4 books, featuring all Black or Afro-Latinx characters who have their own life adventures. I wrote these books for a variety of reasons, but one very important to me is that we can't have all books about people of color focused on trauma and pain. I seek to balance that… Continue reading Good Trouble Bundle-CI Books Featuring Characters of Color
El Portal” by A.C. Quintero: Where Sci-Fi and History Collide
El portal has approximately 200 unique words and is perfect for level 2, intermediate low. The story takes place in different time periods in Venezuela and Colombia; however, it is united by a powerful thread of courageous people who seek the truth, and sometimes at all costs.
Freebie: Information Gap Weekend Chat Activity| Spanish 1+
That said, Weekend Chat is a perfect way for teachers to introduce, reinforce or review common structures in the target language. Not to mention, it promotes movement and lively conversation, which is the heartbeat of world language class.
Diego’s Comprehensible Poetry for the Win! Lesson, resources, ideas & activities
It's no secret, I really enjoy using reading, writing and using poetry in the classroom (see my previous post here on Free Voluntary Reading) This semester, I used one of Diego Ojeda's poems from his poemario "Poesía gramatical". You can pick up your copy at the retailers below. Brycehedstrom.com Cpli.net Amazon.com I love the depth… Continue reading Diego’s Comprehensible Poetry for the Win! Lesson, resources, ideas & activities
Post-Break Activities for the Tired Teacher
The relaxed teacher is not a state of mind, but the cumulative effect of preparation! I am relaxed when everything is all taken care of. This throwback task from the pandemic, does just that! This student-centered activity allows students to leverage their creativity, and use their language in familiar ways. It could be the perfect… Continue reading Post-Break Activities for the Tired Teacher
Gente de Zona Super 7 Verb Activity
Using Super 7 verbs and other basic structures to learn about Latinx artists: Group featured: Gente de Zona.
