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MARCH MUSIC MADNESS IN SPANISH CLASS WITH TRADITIONAL LATIN AMERICAN GAMES

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This school year, I decided to bring the excitement of March Madness into my elementary Spanish classes but with a twist! Instead of popular songs like other world language teachers use, our bracket features traditional games from Latin America. I call it Batalla de ... Read More about MARCH MUSIC MADNESS IN SPANISH CLASS WITH TRADITIONAL LATIN AMERICAN GAMES

BRINGING CULTURE TO LIFE: TEACHING ELEMENTARY STUDENTS ABOUT CELIA CRUZ

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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

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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

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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