Holiday Cultural Goodies for Spanish Class (That Won’t Add to Your Prep Pile!) These resources expand continents and cultures, adding to balanced representation in the classroom.
Real Strategies. Practical Resources. Teaching Smarter Every Day!
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+)
Simple, Low-Prep Activities with Gustar and Similar Verbs
I am back to teaching one section of Spanish 1 ( I teach levels IV and Dual Credit as well). Thankfully, I have been really enjoying the experience with 9th graders this time around (I have had some challenging post-COVID classes). My students this year have shown excitement with almost everything we do in class.… Continue reading Simple, Low-Prep Activities with Gustar and Similar Verbs
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
Breathe. Batch. Balance. Simple Ways for Teachers to Avoid Burnout!
Breathe Batch Balance and preserve your energy and sanity as we head into the final stretch.
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).
Joyful and Rejuvenated: Reflections on CI Mitten
Even though it’s just a 4-hour drive away, this was my first time attending CI Mitten! Between the pandemic and chaperoning student trips, I hadn’t made it in the past—but this weekend more than made up for lost time.Not only did I get to soak in all the learning and community, but I also had… Continue reading Joyful and Rejuvenated: Reflections on CI Mitten
Writing with Purpose: Representation, Relevance, and Resonance in Storytelling!
Writing with Purpose: Representation, Relevance, and Resonance in Storytelling!
