2024-04-08 10:07
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2024-04-05 00:59
By implementing strategies such as setting priorities, utilizing self-grading methods, creating boundaries, and seeking support, teachers can enhance productivity, reduce workload, and preve… Read More
2024-04-04 16:59
The pursuit of language proficiency in educational settings often revolves around the challenge of creating an environment conducive to natural language acquisition. A pivotal factor in this… Read More
2024-04-04 16:33
Utilizing drama within a Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS) framework elevates the traditional language learning experience by integrating creativity, context, and… Read More
2024-04-04 15:42
By utilizing a variety of teaching strategies such as games, movement activities, and interactive routines, Spanish teachers can create an emotionally engaging and intellectually stimulating… Read More
2024-04-03 13:55
Por favor, siéntese, and let the class begin. Today’s topic is conjunctions of the irregular verb sentarse. It has multiple forms in the Indicative, Subjunctive, and Imperative… Read More
2024-04-03 13:38
Activities tailored to different proficiency levels, exploring diverse cultural topics related to beauty, aesthetics, and heritage in Argentina, Colombia, and Ecuador. Through a combination… Read More
2024-04-03 13:14
Ever bumped your knee and heard the soothing words, "Sana Sana Colita de Rana"? This seemingly simple rhyme, meaning "Heal, heal, little frog's tail," holds a special place in the hearts of… Read More
2024-04-03 13:07
¡Hola amigos! Have you ever dreamt of painting the town red... in Spanish, that is? Well, mastering colors is a fantastic first step towards fluency, and this guide is here to be your… Read More
2024-04-03 12:28
Have you reached irregular verbs and can’t wrap your mind around saber conjunctions? Speaking Latino is here to help! We have compiled all saber conjunctions in one place for you with… Read More
2024-03-30 16:44
In an increasingly diverse and interconnected world, the language classroom has become a critical arena for promoting equity and challenging biases. This has necessitated a shift in pedagogi… Read More
2024-03-30 14:53
In the digital era, the infusion of technology into our daily lives has reshaped the way we engage with the world—including how we learn languages. The digital landscape, brimming with… Read More
2024-03-25 10:19
Explore the principles and practices necessary for establishing a sustainable language teaching framework.
The post 5 Innovative Practices for Sustainable Language Teaching appeared first on… Read More
2024-03-24 17:30
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Genial.ly and AI Creating Visual Stories by Jennifer Niño, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of… Read More
2024-03-22 08:27
Explore the versatile approach of music brackets in language classrooms, underscoring their efficacy in fostering engagement, enhancing cultural appreciation, and strengthening language comp… Read More
2024-03-21 16:52
Meet AllisonAllison Perryman brings over 20 years of experience in Spanish language education to her presentations. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusivity, Perryman emphasizes t… Read More
2024-03-21 16:51
Meet JessicaJessica Hall, also known as Miss Señorita, is an accomplished Spanish teacher specializing in grades 7th to 12th. Hailing from New Haven, CT, she brings a wealth of intern… Read More
2024-03-21 16:51
Meet AshleyAshley Mikkelsen is a Spanish teacher and the creator of Srta Spanish. She startedlearning Spanish in 8th grade, studied Spanish and Education in college, then lived inSegovia, Sp… Read More
2024-03-21 16:51
Meet ClaudiaClaudia Elliott is a Spanish teacher at Paxon School for Advanced Studies in Jacksonville Florida where she was selected TOY for 2020. Claudia has been teaching Spanish since 200… Read More
2024-03-21 16:51
Meet BerthaBertha is a high school public educator in Savannah, Georgia. In addition to teaching Spanish II - AP Spanish Language and Culture, Bertha enjoys sharing effective acquisition dri… Read More
2024-03-21 16:51
Meet CarolinaCarolina has a background in languages and education, together with a Masters inIntercultural Relations. Originally from Colombia, she now lives in the US where she isan Element… Read More
2024-03-21 16:50
Meet JoshuaJoshua Cabral, a prominent figure in Spanish language education, holds an MA in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition, boasting an impressive 26 years of teaching ex… Read More
2024-03-21 16:48
Meet SherrySherry Sebesta is a veteran High School French and Spanish teacher andFulbright-Hays Scholar, known for her innovative ways of engaging language students.Raising her own kids bili… Read More
2024-03-21 16:40
Meet DiegoDiego is a passionate Spanish teacher and an accomplished world language presenter. He has been recognized and awarded for his outstanding teaching style that he brings to the clas… Read More
2024-03-21 16:36
Meet JennifferJenniffer Whyte teaches Spanish levels 1, 2, and 3 for grades 1-3 at the Donoho School. She is a native of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, and she loves to share her p… Read More
2024-03-16 15:51
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Transforming Perspectives: Cultivating Culture in Your Curriculum by Allison Perryman, which was part of the World Language Teacher… Read More
2024-03-15 12:23
The content of this article is based on the presentation, AI Tools Language Teachers Must Try by Bertha Delgadillo, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents Tec… Read More
2024-03-14 12:01
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Integrating #authres in an ADI Classroom by Haylee Ziegler, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents T… Read More
2024-03-12 12:10
The content of this article is based on the presentation, One & Done by Andrea Nazelli, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents Comprehensive Perspective o… Read More
2024-03-11 12:42
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Moving and Grooving! Using Authentic Music by Noemí Rodríguez, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Ta… Read More
2024-02-26 12:54
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Teaching Culture with Webquests by Jessica Hall, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents Cultural Edu… Read More
2024-02-25 17:50
What are ‘nuts’ called across Spanish-speaking cultures? From ‘nueces’ to ‘frutos secos, ‘almendras’, or the several ways to say peanuts or cas… Read More
2024-02-24 11:16
In the realm of Spanish-speaking countries, the term for "baby bottle" varies. In Spain, "biberón" is commonly used, whereas in many Latin American countries, one might hear "mamadera… Read More
2024-02-24 10:34
Hopscotch is commonly known as "rayuela" or "peregrina" in many Spanish-speaking countries, although many countries have their own unique terms and variations.Interestingly, rayuela in Chile… Read More
2024-02-24 08:42
The idea of expressing STOP in Spanish is extremely complicated. Are you referring to a stop sign, a romantic situation, something that bothers you? Is there urgency to stopping, annoyance o… Read More
2024-02-22 12:19
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Artificial Intelligence in Education: A Generational Perspective by Knikki Hernández, which was part of the World Language Te… Read More
2024-02-21 14:09
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Special Person Interviews by Bryce Hedstrom, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents Enhancing Studen… Read More
2024-02-21 13:55
The content of this article is based on the presentation, CI Through Interpretive Reading ... Then What? by Joshua Cabral, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of… Read More
2024-02-19 16:06
The content of this article is based on the presentation, The Magic of Passwords by Myra Johnson, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Table of Contents Benefits of Using Pas… Read More
2024-02-13 13:34
Register for the World Language Teacher Summit for Spanish Teachers, a transformative 5-day free online event! Discover a unique and invaluable 16 hours of professional development dedi… Read More
2024-02-12 14:16
The content of this article is based on the presentation, Developing Story-Focused Units to Enhance Student Success by Michelle Rojas, which was part of the World Language Teacher Summit. Ta… Read More
2024-01-19 13:52
Creator of Mis Clases Locas Meet Allison Wienhold Allison Wienhold is an experienced Spanish language educator, known for her innovative teaching methods and impactful contributions to Spani… Read More
2024-01-18 12:42
Diana and I are overjoyed to express our deepest gratitude to the exceptional group of educators who generously volunteered their time and expertise over the holidays to review and provide i… Read More
2024-01-06 12:24
The common Spanish for slide term is tobogán.” This piece of playground equipment is found in play areas around the world and serves as a main attraction for children who enjoy… Read More
2023-12-06 09:37
Both jeepeta or yipeta mean all terrain vehicle, usually a Jeep but really it can be any off-road vehicle including an ATV or quad. Why is it important to know how to say Jeep in Spanish? Be… Read More
2023-12-06 09:29
A cundina or tanda is a money pool that forces individuals to save money, it is believed to be a global practice started by immigrants from Mexico to help them save more money than what they… Read More
2023-12-06 09:19
When you are looking for what is a mojón in Puerto Rican Spanish, the most common meaning is a ‘turd’. This may be an insult to someone, the actual, physical turd (from po… Read More
2023-10-30 12:35
It often happens that Spanish learners go to a Spanish-speaking country and realize that there are tons of words they are not familiar with, even though they refer to simple items or activit… Read More
2023-10-30 12:12
It’s no secret that one of the most effective ways of learning a new language is by listening to it. Just think about it – how did you learn your mother tongue? It definitely was… Read More
2023-10-17 11:59
Mastering Techniques for Language Teaching to Tackle Lack of Time, Limited Resources, and Diverse Classrooms! As language teachers, we all aim to make our students fluent and confident, but… Read More
2023-09-09 06:55
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2023-08-16 07:56
Aligning your district’s curriculum map with our lesson plans can be accomplished and here’s how you can maximize the utility of our resources within the framework of your distri… Read More
2023-08-10 10:20
We are super excited about the new school year, and we want to help you make it absolutely awesome! Here are our top resources that Spanish teachers have been using their classes for the beg… Read More
2023-07-21 09:22
We’re overjoyed by the incredible response from our passionate educators who participated in the Back-To-School & New Teacher World Language Teacher Summit 2023! 🎉 The summ… Read More
2023-06-23 15:26
The highly anticipated World Language Teacher Summit is here! From July 17-21, join us for the biggest summer online conference designed to empower educators like you with valuable insights… Read More
2023-05-12 08:41
As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to an end, we want to take a moment to recognize and congratulate you for doing the incredible work of inspiring students and promoting cross-cultural unde… Read More
2023-05-05 16:01
Assessing student language proficiency is an essential aspect of the educational process. It helps Spanish teachers understand the strengths and weaknesses of students and identify areas whe… Read More
2023-04-30 11:02
The World Language Teacher Summit en Español 2023 online conference is an opportunity for Spanish teachers to learn from experienced educators who have found success in the classroom… Read More
2023-04-13 12:16
The introduction of Hispanic culture in classrooms is crucial in fostering cultural awareness and understanding. Having a set of pre-selected scaffolded cultural activities in Hispanic… Read More
2023-04-11 15:37
As Spanish teachers, we all know how important it is to incorporate cultural activities in our language classes. It not only enhances language proficiency but also promotes intercultural und… Read More
2023-04-07 08:51
Here’s our suggested Personal and Public Identities Spanish class activities for high school students. Each activity has been scaffolded into three versions – one for novice stud… Read More
2023-03-23 08:09
Spanish-speaking countries are known for their vibrant and lively celebrations throughout the year. From traditional festivals honoring religious events to holidays that celebrate national p… Read More
2023-03-10 07:46
St. Patrick’s day is a great time for Spanish teachers to have some fun with their students. Here are 3 St. Patrick’s Day vocabulary activities that you can use in your classroom… Read More
2023-03-06 12:57
Mrs. Miller, a high school Spanish teacher from Florida, was excited for the new school year. However, she felt a bit nervous when she learned that she had a student who identified as gender… Read More
2023-03-06 12:30
One positive change I've seen over the years is the greater acceptance of our students belonging to the LGTB+ community as a result. I began investigating a grammatical concept that didn't e… Read More
2023-03-04 20:27
The past tense of the verbs SER and IR has the exact same form. Students may find this challenging. That is why we created this infographic for Spanish teachers to print as a poster in three… Read More
2023-02-19 20:27
Latin music and dance styles have captivated audiences around the world with their infectious rhythms and vibrant movements. From the sultry sounds of salsa to the energetic beats of reggaet… Read More
2023-02-15 11:24
You’re probably trying to figure out what you should be putting in your Spanish class lesson plans to have all the areas covered and all the dots connected… readingwritingspeaki… Read More
2023-02-10 11:20
Activators and Exit Tickets are useful activities within the scope of a lesson. Activators (bellringers or warm-ups) can be used to activate prior knowledge and initiate the start of a lesso… Read More
2023-02-09 08:28
Spanish music is a vibrant and diverse art form that has captured the hearts of people all over the world. In the classroom, Spanish music can be a fun and engaging way to introduce high sch… Read More
2023-02-05 18:21
This month, many teachers are enjoying some of our most popular Spanish class activities with their high school students! From fun songs to ready-to-teach cultural lessons, here are 10 activ… Read More
2023-02-03 17:17
You’ve got the planning down, but now how do you add Spanish culture lesson plans? Spanish cultural lesson plans can be the trickiest to create, especially when under the pressure to c… Read More
2023-02-02 14:15
An Exploratory Spanish class in middle school is a fun and engaging introduction to the Spanish language and culture. This type of class gives students a chance to learn the basics of Spanis… Read More
2023-02-02 08:56
Spanish for advanced students requires in-depth knowledge of the language and culture, so finding sub-teachers is difficult. When creating a Spanish substitute lesson plan for advanced stude… Read More
2023-02-01 11:51
A Spanish sub-plan for intermediate students may include irregular verb conjugations and tenses, comprehension exercises involving short conversations or news articles, more advanced written… Read More
2023-01-31 07:43
Creating Spanish substitute lesson plans for beginner students can be tricky because it is necessary to ensure that the content is accessible and appropriate for their level. It can become p… Read More
2023-01-29 16:53
Even if students have already taken Spanish in the past two years, it’s recommended starting with advanced preliminary lessons during the first weeks of the school year since it serves… Read More
2023-01-29 16:20
Teaching intermediate preliminary lessons at the beginning of the school year is a good practice even if the students already took Spanish the previous year because it helps to review and re… Read More
2023-01-28 16:42
Spanish 2 and 3 classes at a high school level differ in the level of material presented and the difficulty of assignments. Spanish 2 classes typically cover intermediate-level topics, such… Read More
2023-01-28 16:31
The Spanish 1 or beginner class is designed to introduce students to the basics of the Spanish language, such as basic vocabulary, conjugation, and basic pronunciation. A Spanish 2 or interm… Read More
2023-01-28 15:47
Spanish lesson plans for high school students typically focus on developing language and cultural awareness. They involve activities designed to enhance learning, speaking, reading, and writ… Read More
2023-01-27 07:34
Preliminary Spanish lessons for beginner high school students at the beginning of the school year to introduce them to the language and teach basic grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Th… Read More
2023-01-16 11:53
I’m excited to share that we set up the PD hours that many of you requested for your specific states, using your WLTS22 all-access pass. We have partnered with Mellissia at Idioma Cons… Read More
2023-01-07 18:08
These are tried-and-tested ready-made materials to keep in your back pocket for the upcoming months. 1. 30 Hispanos Destacados – Biography Sheets (Spanish & English) Introduce nota… Read More
2022-12-22 18:31
Teaching Spanish can be a lot of work. Planning a class, finding materials you want to use, and making sure students are ready when they get there. Despite the best intentions though, many t… Read More
2022-11-29 08:41
We created the Speaking Latino’s Spanish Teachers Community to provide teachers with all the lesson plans and materials to reduce their prep and planning. We believe that having 100% o… Read More
2022-11-15 11:16
It’s here! The last Class Guide for the year is full of activities for this holiday season. This guide will help middle and high school Spanish teachers discover the lessons, acti… Read More
2022-10-25 11:43
Imagine you could keep your students engaged and passionate about learning Spanish… all year long. It’s not easy to achieve this in a 30, 60 or 90 minute class…. one, thr… Read More
2022-10-14 12:34
While Day of the Dead is celebrated by Catholics around the world, this date has become a national symbol in Mexico. This guide helps middle to high school Spanish teachers discover the acti… Read More
2022-10-05 10:33
This guide helps middle to high school Spanish teachers discover the activities and materials to use in your classes to highlight indigenous people from Latin America. You can use the… Read More
2022-09-25 10:26
The free registration for the 2022 World Language Teacher Summit is happening now! With 12,000 participants last year, this was the largest online conference for world language teacher… Read More
2022-09-05 10:51
Hispanic Heritage Month or Mes de la Herencia Hispana is celebrated in the United States from September 15th to October 15th. This celebration is a recognition of the contributions that Hisp… Read More
2022-08-25 10:32
The Speaking Latino’s 1st Quarter Spanish Class Guide will help middle and high school Spanish teachers discover ready-made lessons, activities, and materials to use in their classes d… Read More
2022-08-12 10:33
¡Increíbles noticias! Tons of new things have been added to the Speaking Latino Spanish Teachers Community recently to help you kick off this new school year! 🎉 This is… Read More
2022-07-09 07:41
Here is suggested list of songs in Spanish for your students to practice the irregular verb Tener. We have created a clozeline (fill-in-the-blanks) for each of them in 2 or 3 versions to cho… Read More
2022-07-08 14:29
Looking for a fun activity for your students to practice verb conjugations after a lesson? Check out this suggested list of songs in Spanish that features a variety of verb conjugations to u… Read More
2022-07-08 14:22
Here is a suggested list of contemporary songs in Spanish to try in class for your intermedite to advanced students to practice the preterite, the imperfect, and past tenses. We have created… Read More
2022-07-08 14:13
Mastering ser and estar is one of the most challenging parts of learning Spanish for your beginning students. Ser and Estar are both to-be verbs in English, but they have different meanings… Read More
2022-07-08 14:01
When you perform an action on yourself or for yourself, you use a reflexive verb in Spanish. Here’s a suggested list of songs in Spanish to help your students identify and understand t… Read More
2022-07-08 13:49
Here is a suggested list of contemporary songs in Spanish to try in class for your Spanish 1 students to practice infinitive verbs. We have created a clozeline (fill-in-the-blanks) for each… Read More
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