by This coming academic year will be my 20th year teaching Kindergarten through Fourth Grade in the elementary Spanish program I established in our school. I continue to be eternally grateful to the parents who initiated and advocated for putting a foreign language program in place, who continue to support me and the program, and […]
Take a Fun Journey to the Galapagos Islands in Spanish Class
by My elementary students LOVE animals, so sharing the great biodiversity of different regions in the Spanish-speaking countries is always a huge motivator and of high interest. The Galapagos Islands is a perfect choice, and there are some wonderful resources to bring them to life for students. This post contains affiliate links. If you click through […]
Spanish Spring Craft: Swallows and Robins
by Every year I look forward to spring, my favorite season, with its promise of warmer weather, renewal and new growth. I live in Maine, in the northern US, and after our long, cold winters, any sign of spring is welcome indeed! With this Spanish spring craft, you can share a bit of the culture […]
Making a Simple Arpillera with Kids
by Each spring my First Graders dive into our Perú theme, focusing on culture and language at the same time. My favorite part (and theirs!) is making our own, 7-year-old friendly arpilleras. Inspired by arpilleras made in Chile and Perú, my students brainstorm elements to include in theirs- mountains, the sun, hills, rivers, trees and […]
Don Quixote in the Elementary Spanish Classroom
by As foreign language teachers, learners, and speakers we know that language and culture are interwoven together, creating a tapestry allowing a vibrant view into other people and perspective. Our goal as language teachers is to bring this tapestry to life in a meaningful and tangible manner to all our students. At the elementary level, […]