How do you support different learning styles?

As teachers, we are always asked this pertinent question. It's a valid one.  Many times as educators and parents, we bend over backward to ensure that our students feel and know our support.  Educators know that these supports can come in all shapes and sizes. Personally, I prefer to keep it simple.  My sanity as a …

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Why do I teach with CI?

Students need to know they can do whatever it is that they set their minds to.  They also need to know that it takes work to reach any goal.  But in my eyes, usually, they don't need to be told any of this explicitly.  Our job is to set them up for success and then …

This I believe…

Many of you know that I was diagnosed with a few minor "learning disabilities" in 8th grade.  I am very open about it as a parent and an educator.  In various ways, this diagnosis helped me to figure out who I am and what I need as a learner.  IMPORTANT stuff, for sure.  It has made …

Quotes from students!

So far the 2017-18 school year is off to a fantastically fun start!  Staying in the target language, using cognates, positive reinforcement, and regular comprehension checks works!  They are acquiring and feeling empowered!!! Stay tuned here to read some quotes from students that just make my day and let me know that what I am …

Mapuche legend of Cai Cai and Ten Ten

This is one of my favorite simple legends to share from the Patagonia region!  It is beautiful, yet powerful.  I love it because it loosely relates to what is going on in Houston with the recent flooding.  I hope you enjoy watching or reading it.  Let me know your feedback! Mapuche Legend of Cai Cai …

Musical.ly is magical

Want an easy way to bring culture to your language classes?  Musical.ly is a social media app that is free and so easy to use! I love introducing my students to new music this way.  Then, in class, we can talk about the song of the week and share opinions and analyze the lyrics.  It's …

Meditación breve (brief meditation) in Spanish

I use these to help my classes to focus themselves for language acquisition. I want them to feel safe and relaxed!! Plus it's a great way to include vocabulary while adding that mind body element for deeper learning. It always helps me to relax too!!  Credit goes to: http://www.linggui.org/ Brief meditation video

Splice it!

Ok, those of us who follow the fantastically awesome La Maestra Loca (aka Annabelle Allen) on social media know that she is one rad teacher.  She has tips for days!!!  She told me about this one today and I am loving it!  She uses it for sub plans.... pure genius.  Splice helps you to string together videos from …

How I set up my classroom …

Here is a short set of videos where I show you the how and why I set up my room the way I do, to ensure maximum language acquisition.  Enjoy and let me know your thoughts!!  Setting up my room 1 Setting up my room 2

Dear Parents…

Many people wanted to know what I include in my "Dear Parent" Letter at the start of the year.  I am thrilled to show you all what I like to include in my version of this important piece of communication.  I think it's a great way to help parents, admin and students get on board …