Books and stories are priceless resources not only for our classroom lessons as teachers, but as parents and caregivers, we can open a door of endless imagination through storytelling. This year 2023 has been a stellar year for Latinx authors who have released bilingual or Spanish books for children. Check out this curated list with our 10 favorite releases from this year. Wepa by J. de la Vega Mia Emilia Lucia Renata simply has too much wepa! Medically known as ADHD, Mia just cannot sit still. But thanks to her abuela, she finds the perfect place to express her wepa. This is a lovely bili ..read more

Some students thrive on a school routine, they feel loved, safe and nurtured at school. For some students, their school is their safe place. Also, not every student might be able to enjoy a vacation for many reasons. So “¿Dónde te vas de vacaciones?” themed units might not be so enjoyable for some of your students. In this blog post I am sharing 3 alternative ideas you can use in your classroom. Paletas y camion de helados You can plan a whole unit about paletas or plan a unit around the story “Paletero Man” by Lucky Diaz. Paletas are staple in our Latinx community, especially during summer ..read more

You sent your application and have an interview, so what comes next? In this blog post I will share with you tips for your resume and application, what to expect about your interview and demo lesson. We will navigate your application, interview and demo lesson. I am rooting for you! So let’s get started. Application Process before your interview. Documentation needed: Repeat after me “I will include all documentation in my application, I will include all documentation in my application“. Usually you are required to submit a resume, a philosophy of education and all credentials needed. Pleas ..read more

From books to simple review activities. Summer lessons can be fun in Spanish class. It is that time of the year when we start planning our summer themed lessons. Summer themed lessons can be tricky when you make your activities around summer plans and vacations. Keep in mind that probably not all kids are able to travel for many reasons. For this reason, I like to center my end of the year lessons on themes like lemonade stands, the beach (general vocabulary and not as a summer plan lesson) and our ultimate favorite ice creams and popsicles. Check this blog post for 3 low prep summer themed a ..read more

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Looking for resources you can use with your preschool class during winter? Check this list for books, videos and more resources for your littles ones in Spanish class. There are some books, videos and resources out there, but if you see your students on a weekly basis, you need to get the most out of these resources, check this list of curated winter resources for your class. Winter resources for your Preschool Spanish Class. Videos Mi muñeco de nieve Winter is mostly about 3 topics in our class: snowflakes, snowmen and winter clothes. One of our favorite videos is Mi Muñeco de Nieve by Niños ..read more

It is October, your lesson plan might include fall, Halloween or Día de Muertos themed units. There are so many books out there, but we know that some of them might have complex vocabulary or be too lengthy for your little ones. Check this curated list of books your can use during October with your preschool Spanish classes. Noche de Brujas Halloween themed books in Spanish could be a great additions to your lessons. Check this curated list with books that focus on fun stories and costumes. Gustavo el fantasmita tímido by Flavia Drago A lovely story about a ghost who has a hard time making ..read more

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Are you looking for back to School book Recommendations for elementary Spanish teachers? In that case, you are in the right place. Picture books are powerful resources. Not only they share compelling stories, but also allow us to expose our students to new stories, some of them they might feel identified with. In this blog post I am sharing with you 6 must have books for your back to school lessons. If you would like to know more about books from Latinx authors, make sure to check this list featuring 12 inspiring authors. Six must-have books for your first week of school Isabel and her colore ..read more