Bringing Culture to the Classroom: A Traditional Colombian Game from My ChildhoodOne of the things I love most about teaching is the opportunity to bring a little piece of my culture into the classroom. Today, I want to share a traditional game I used to play when I was ... Read More about Traditional Games: Discover Sapo Sapito from Colombia- Part 5
SI TE GUSTA: A WINTER MOVEMENT GAME FOR SPANISH CLASS
This game is a fantastic way to encourage movement and student participation. It can be integrated at any point during instruction, especially when students need a quick mental break.How to Play? 2. Use Visual Aids 3. Time to Play!⬅️Download this gameDifferent Versions ... Read More about SI TE GUSTA: A WINTER MOVEMENT GAME FOR SPANISH CLASS
BRINGING CULTURE TO LIFE: TEACHING ELEMENTARY STUDENTS ABOUT CELIA CRUZ
Teaching culture in the elementary classroom is a powerful way to engage students, foster appreciation, and build connections. This school year with my second graders we have been working with the biography of Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa! Her story is perfect for ... Read More about BRINGING CULTURE TO LIFE: TEACHING ELEMENTARY STUDENTS ABOUT CELIA CRUZ
CREATIVE WAYS TO CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN ELEMENTARY SPANISH CLASS
Hispanic Heritage Month is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your students to Spanish-speaking countries and notable figures. However, celebrating Hispanic heritage shouldn't be limited to just one month—it’s something we can embrace and enjoy all year long! Here are ... Read More about CREATIVE WAYS TO CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN ELEMENTARY SPANISH CLASS
MAKING CLEAN-UP TIME ENGAGING WITH FAMILIAR SONGS IN SPANISH CLASS
As an elementary Spanish teacher, I'm always looking for simple ways to make classroom routines more efficient and engaging. After great feedback on my class agreements song, this year I created a new clean-up song using the "Baby Shark" tune. The familiar melody makes ... Read More about MAKING CLEAN-UP TIME ENGAGING WITH FAMILIAR SONGS IN SPANISH CLASS
Chócala: Card Talk Activity with a Twist
I originally learned this activity from Tina Hargaden and added my own twist for my elementary students. Starting in second grade, my students use notebooks, which are a great way to collect the stories we read in class and all the extension activities we do. Last year, ... Read More about Chócala: Card Talk Activity with a Twist
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