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Virtual Field Trips

6 Authentic (and Free!) Day of the Dead Virtual Field Trips

With Día de los Muertos coming up and more socially-distanced time still on our plate, Day of the Dead virtual field trips are a great way to celebrate Mexican culture…

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October 22, 2020
Teaching

Minimalism and Teaching

Teaching comes with a lot of stuff. So, how can we clear the clutter to focus on what’s most important? The answer is a mixture of minimalism and teaching. Our…

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March 15, 2018
Games & Crafts, Lesson Ideas & Resources

5 Simple, At-Home Spanish STEM Challenges

These 5 simple, at-home Spanish STEM challenges are fun, have minimal mess, and can be completed with everyday household items. They foster a love of science, technology, engineering, and math…

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September 3, 2020
Life in Spain, Teach in Spain

How to Find an Apartment in Spain

Ah, the dreaded apartment search. Finding an apartment in Spain comes with its own unique challenges. I’ve been there several times over and I promise you, the apartment you’re looking…

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January 23, 2020
Life in Spain, Teach in Spain

5 Typical Spanish Classroom Quirks

Teaching in Spain has given me a fascinating peek into how students in another country go about their school day -and the typical Spanish classroom quirks that I’ve seen repeatedly. …

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December 31, 2019
  • Book cover of Old Clothes for Dinner?! by Nathalie Alonso
    Books,  General

    Lesson Plan Ideas for Old Clothes for Dinner?! by Nathalie Alonso

    / March 5, 2024

    Nathalie Alonso’s Old Clothes for Dinner?! is the sweetest book and my next recommendation. Use the text and accompanying back matter materials in your next Spanish or bilingual lesson. Old Clothes for Dinner?!…

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  • Cover image of Alma Semilla by Nohra Bernal
    Books,  General

    Book Review: Alma Semilla

    / February 27, 2024

    It’s time to review another impactful picture book perfect for your next Spanish or bilingual lesson. This week’s book is Alma Semilla by Nohra Bernal and illustrated by Rubén Rodríguez Ferreira. It’s a…

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  • Cover of the book titled "La gallina clueca de Josefina."
    Books,  General

    Book Review: La gallina clueca de Josefina

    / February 13, 2024

    New book alert! La gallina clueca de Josefina by María de Lourdes Victoria and Josephine Strange is the sweet, sweet story of a more-than-ready mother hen impatient to hatch a baby chick. It’s…

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  • Anti-Bullying lesson plan for Spanish Class
    Books,  Lesson Ideas & Resources

    Zac el zorrillo aprende a pedir perdón: Book Review and Bullying Lesson For Spanish Class

    / February 25, 2021

    As parents and teachers, bullying is one of the main problems on our minds. Zac el zorrillo aprende a pedir perdón by Misty Black and illustrated by Ana Rankovic tackles the issue head-on…

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  • Black History Month Virtual Field Trips for Spanish Class
    Virtual Field Trips

    Black History Month Virtual Field Trips for Spanish Class

    / February 11, 2021

    February is Black History Month, and with that comes the responsibility to highlight the achievements and culture of the black community. In Spanish class, that means shedding light on (the sometimes overlooked) Afro-Latino…

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  • Spanish Valentine's Day Books
    Books

    5 (Sweet) Spanish Valentine’s Day Books

    / January 28, 2021

    It’s no surprise that Valentine’s Day books are some of the sweetest and most heartwarming books you’ll read all year. So much so, in fact, that I was excited to research (aka read)…

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  • Amor de abuelita by Misty Black book cover
    Books

    Amor de Abuelita: Book Review

    / January 14, 2021

    Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post also contains affiliate links. Amor de abuelita by Misty Black is a heartwarming story that honors…

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    Lesson Ideas & Resources

    5 (Last-Minute, Family-Friendly!) Online Spanish Christmas Activities

    / December 24, 2020

    Christmas is only a few days away. And with that comes the dire need to have a few activities up your sleeve to do with your kids at home. Every year Christmas gets…

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  • Digital Spanish Christmas Bingo
    Lesson Ideas & Resources

    Free Download: Digital Spanish Christmas Bingo

    / December 17, 2020

    The holiday season is upon us, which means sleigh-loads full of Christmas-related lessons but no time to plan. And it’s also where this week’s free download, digital Spanish Christmas bingo, is here to…

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  • Hispanic Christmas Traditions
    Culture

    12 Unforgettable Hispanic Christmas Traditions

    / December 3, 2020

    A Hispanic Christmas tradition cheat sheet for Spanish teachers and bilingual families. It’s December, which means it’s officially the holiday season. Nativity scenes have started popping up on every corner in our city…

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About Me

I have nearly a decade of experience in bilingual schools in Texas and Spain and a Master’s degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language.

I have fallen in love with Spain since my first trip as a study abroad student in 2006. Since then I’ve moved back several times, met my husband, had our first child, and learned enough Spanish to finally consider myself bilingual.

I currently live outside Madrid with my husband, our daughter, and our dog.

Recent Posts

  • Lesson Plan Ideas for Old Clothes for Dinner?! by Nathalie Alonso
  • Book Review: Alma Semilla
  • Book Review: La gallina clueca de Josefina
  • Zac el zorrillo aprende a pedir perdón: Book Review and Bullying Lesson For Spanish Class
  • Black History Month Virtual Field Trips for Spanish Class
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