The Name Game : An Activity for the 1st Day of School
The Name Game I love to hit the ground running in Spanish class. Initially, I start by modeling how to say my name in Spanish with “Me llamo Profe Collins….
Introduce the Super 7 High Frequency Verbs
Learning a new language can be exciting and terrifying at the same time. For that reason, easing students into the Super 7 high frequency verbs is a great way to…
What’s comprehensible input? How to teach with CI
As I reflect on my first two weeks of teaching Spanish 1 using comprehensible input (CI), I’m excited about the progress my students are making. Each day, I see how…
Digital Learning Stations in the Spanish Classroom
Digital Learning Stations in the Spanish Classroom Let’s talk stations! Stations or centers in the World Language classrooms are amazing because they can be designed to help evaluate specific tasks….
Running Dictation in the World Language Classroom
If you’re looking for a go-to versatile activity that gets students up and moving, you have to try running dictation. This activity can cover every skill students practice in the target…
Get Your Students Moving with Bellringer Task Cards
Do you use activities that get your students moving? I love activities that incorporate movement into activities and lessons. I wanted a way to get my students moving and active…