Reflexive verbs are everywhere when you talk about a daily routine. They tell who does and receives an action at the same time: I get up, I shower, I get dressed. Below you will find a clear explanation of how present tense reflexives work, useful examples based on a typical weekday routine, a short paragraph […]
More sanity savers for teaching languages are not about adding more tests. They are about choosing assessments that teach, motivate and give clear next steps. Whether you are a classroom teacher or learning independently, the right assessment can turn practice into progress. Here are practical, low-prep ideas you can use right away. 1. Quizzes with
Overview Describing a home is one of the most practical ways to practise the present tense in Spanish. This guide focuses on the verbs you will use most often — especially the irregulars tener, ser and estar — and on adjective agreement so your descriptions sound natural and correct. Key verbs to describe a house
Teaching languages without burning out means keeping a toolbox of activities that are low-prep, high-engagement and culturally rich. If you want more sanity savers for teaching languages, focus on short, scaffolded research projects that fit into spare minutes and scale by proficiency level. Why short research projects matter Research projects give students purposeful reading and
I love weekends. After a busy workweek, a good weekend feels slower and more relaxed. You can wake up late, listen to music, read, watch films and series, take short trips, visit museums or friends, go shopping, eat out, or cook to save time during the week. These everyday activities are perfect for practising the
Becoming an advanced-level speaker of Spanish requires the speaker to be able to present a point of view and defend it. Ideally, there will also be the acknowledgement of the other point of view in a counterclaim. Developing this level of skill is, in my opinion, best done in the context of high-interest content. These