Use bio poems as a creative, flexible activity for world language class! In this video, I share a simple bio poem format that works well as a year opener, an end-of-year activity, or a change-of-pace lesson anytime your students need something a little different. Bio poems give students a structured way to respond to prompts,… Read More Bio Poems for Get-to-Know-You Activities in World Language Class
Build stronger world language lessons by starting with flexible routines and a clear purpose. In this video, I talk about why routines matter so much in language teaching and how lesson-plan frameworks can help us create more consistent, manageable classes. The goal is not to follow one rigid structure, but to think about the routines… Read More Routines and Lesson Plan Frameworks for World Language Class
Looking for a simple Spanish course syllabus you can personalize for the new year? In this quick video, I share a basic Spanish course syllabus that you can fill in with your own class information. It’s a practical starting point for getting organized as the year begins. This is especially helpful if you want a… Read More Spanish Course Syllabus for the New School Year
In this video, I share why I love using memes in the language classroom as a source of fun and engaging comprehensible input. Memes and short videos bring everyday language, common expressions, and cultural connections into lessons in a way that feels natural and memorable for students. Topics include: • Using memes for comprehensible input… Read More Language Learning with Memes
In this video, I share a variety of graphic organizers and creative ways to use them in the language classroom. These activities connect reading, vocabulary, writing, and cultural comparisons to help students engage more deeply with the target language. Topics include: • Graphic organizers for language learning • Comparing cultural traditions and celebrations • Vocabulary… Read More Graphic Organizers for Language Learning
In this video, I explain two ways to talk about the future in Spanish: using IR + A + infinitive and the future tense. I share examples like “voy a ir” and guide you through a simple guided writing practice using provided prompts. Topics include: • IR + A + infinitive • Future tense in… Read More Future Tenses in Spanish A Guided Writing
Self-checking Activity for Mastering Future Tense in Spanish In this video, I discuss the future tense in Spanish and share engaging ways to practice it in the classroom. While future tense conjugation can be challenging, it becomes rewarding with meaningful practice and interactive activities. Topics include: • Future tense practice activities • Creating vision boards… Read More Self checking Activity for Mastering Future Tense in Spanish
World Language Class Project: My Dream Car In this video, I share a fun and simple activity called “My Dream Car” that can be adapted for any language classroom. Learners can search for or design their dream car while practicing detailed descriptions and vocabulary. I also discuss how to incorporate authentic target-language websites and optional… Read More World Language Class Project My Dream Car
In this video, I discuss final exams in the world language classroom and how they can vary based on proficiency goals and district requirements. While I value traditional grammar practice, I focus on proficiency-based assessments that support real language acquisition. I also share ideas for creative final projects and interactive tasks that help students demonstrate… Read More Different Approaches to Final Exams in Language Learning