In my short video I share a quick, practical approach to listening and reading practice: a simple graphic organiser that helps learners jot down the essentials — who, what, when, where, why. This Comprehension Template for teaching languages is designed for novice-level students and works equally well for listening, reading, speaking preparation and beginner writing. What […]
In my video, I share a simple, engaging classroom activity that uses fake text messages to help beginner Spanish students practise grammar and real-world texting language. I love using playful, low-prep tasks that give learners input and a chance to produce their own messages. Teaching Languages: Fake Text Messages is an approachable way to combine
If you teach languages and want quick, engaging ways to get students talking, this roundup collects the best low-prep and no-prep ideas from a talk I gave and expands on how to use them at different levels. Why low- and no-prep activities matter for Teaching Languages Language teaching is energy-intensive. The best short activities do
Tumble Tower Conversation Game: Get to Know You (Spanish Class) Tumble Tower Conversation Game: Get to Know You Spanish Class Activity Tumble Tower games, often known by the commercial name “Jenga,” are a simple and highly engaging way to bring movement, fun, and meaningful communication into the Spanish classroom. This “Get to Know You” version
Spanish -IR Verb Conjugation Maze Game (Present Tense) Present-tense -IR verbs are essential for describing daily actions, routines, and preferences. This maze-style conjugation game helps students practice forms in a fun, interactive way that feels more like a puzzle than a grammar drill. It’s ideal for partner work, stations, warm-ups, fast-finishers, or even a full-class
Spanish Verb Conjugation Maze Game (Conditional Tense) The conditional tense is an important structure for expressing hopes, hypothetical situations, polite requests, and what someone “would” do. This maze-style conjugation game offers students a fun and interactive way to practice forming the conditional—turning grammar review into a puzzle challenge. This activity is great for partner work,