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This novice low to novice mid activity allows students to hear vocabulary in context as they watch and analyze a video of friends meeting at a discotech. Students are also able to observe culturally appropriate gestures that are important to the greeting process within the Spanish culture. Students start by discussing greetings within their own culture then compare these ideas with those observed in the video interaction. They are also given an opportunity to examine how informal tones appear both through gestures and grammar usage. After copying vocabulary words and phrases onto the provided worksheet, students are asked to create and participate in their own conversations. A rubric is provided to assist in assessing the interpersonal task.

This online version of Suduko, the popular numbers game, provides a way for novice low German students to learn their numbers while practicing basic math skills. Instead of filling in the boxes with numerical characters, students are asked to write out the numbers needed to complete each puzzle square. The numbers that are pre-printed in the puzzle are also written out allowing students to easily memorize basic German numbers 1-9. Students can choose to play online or the teacher can print the screen to allow students to complete the activity offline.

This Latin activity offers 5 warm-up style discussion activities encouraging students to talk about Roman culture as it relates to food. Some of the discussion activities have links to photos of graffiti discovered on ancient ruins while others provide a textual reference of graffiti uncovered by archeologists. Students are asked to interact with the text/graffiti as they discuss the translations uncovered by archeologists and discuss how each relates to the food-related aspects of Roman life.

In this novice-high to intermediate-low French activity, students will learn to give and follow commands as they use mass transit maps to get from one place to another. With a partner, they will choose from the provided city maps and figure out how to get from point A to point B using the best option for public transportation (bus, metro, train, ferry, walk). Students will then take turns presenting their routes and following the routes created by others showing that they can both give and follow directions/commands in the target language and simulate interactions that are likely to happen in the target language.

In this novice-mid to novice-high German activity, students will explore the Bundesliga website, an authentic resource that provides up-to-date information on the world of German Football, or soccer. Students are first asked to identify key vocabulary words related to sports. Then, using this site, each student reviews the 18 Bundesliga teams and selects one on which to investigate further and prepare a report to share with their peers. 

This Spanish language unit is based on the novel Esperanza Rising. The English version of the unit (Link in the comment section) is appropriate for novice learners learning about the culture and the challenges faced by immigrant families in the United States. The Spanish version (linked here) would be a useful unit for heritage speakers or intermediate high Spanish learners. The Lesson plan includes a background description of the novel, and a series of activities that focus on the following topics: Birthdays and Celebrations, Immigration, Farm Laborers, and Literary Analysis. The last activity connects this unit with the standards addressed in Language Arts classes. Four different writing assessments are provided along with an extension activity that focuses on the Spanish language vocabulary used throughout the novel.

The attached rubric is a useful tool for quickly assessing student speaking proficiency levels in any world language. This rubric is created for use with novice high or interemediate low students in level 2 of their language learning. The printable chart assesses the following: task completion, comprehensibility, fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary use, and language control. The raw score on this rubric is 24 points but a chart is included to easily convert the score to a 100 point grade if needed. This rubric can be used with any speaking assessment in which students present information on familiar topics with a variety of words, phrases, and simple sentences in the past time frame.

This 11-minute video features a fly-over tour of a digitally recreated Rome. As students fly over the city they are guided by a narrated conversation as two hosts discuss each of the key locations as well as key aspects of Roman Culture including Roman values, the Roman empire, Roman leadership, Roman history, Roman architecture, Roman art, and view of human beings toward the gods. A detailed transcript is included along with links to further information on the following featured locations: Arche of Constantine, Arch of Titus, Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, Roman Forum, Imperial Fora, Forum and column of Trajan, Pantheon, and Colosseum.

This novice high to intermediate low French musical activity reinforces house vocabulary as students see many of their vocabulary words appear in context. The featured song is Y’a une fille qu’habite chez moi by Bénabar. As he humorously describes his home it becomes apparent that a girl must be living there because things are much different than when he was single. Students use the provided PDF to work through a series of activities with this song. First, students review housing vocabulary by answering a series of pre-activity questions. During the song, they are asked to identify missing lyrics by completing a cloze activity. Finally, students are asked to identify key vocabulary phrases and use the imperfect tense to describe the singer's life before his girlfriend arrived.

This advanced-level Spanish project-based learning (PBL) unit challenges students to work in groups as they examine a problem, investigate the situation, and propose a solution. The unit includes a calendar pacing out each of the 8 class days required for the PBL. At the end of each class period students are provided a self-evaluation to reflect on tasks accomplished and plan for their next steps. All necessary resources regarding the presented problem as well as investigative resources are included.  (Click on the Lecturas iniciales link to access a google folder with printable resources). At the end of the lesson, students present their findings orally and in writing following the provided guidelines and rubrics. A bibliography is provided to assist students in researching the problem. This PBL specifically focuses on the controversy surrounding bullfighting in Spain.

This activity is popular among novice low and novice mid students who are learning lots of vocabulary across a wide variety of topics. This printable game card is fashioned after the popular board game Scattergories. Each student or student team is provided a card. The teacher calls out a letter of the alphabet and students write down a vocabulary word that starts with that letter and that represents the categories on the game card. After two to three minutes the teacher calls time and students stop writing. Students share their words with others. If any other student has the same word then that word does not count. Only students with unique words that were not written by others will receive a point. This challenges students to think about more advanced vocabulary rather than using the most common words. The categories on the card include the following: Names, Food, Places, Clothing, Animals, Body, House, School, and City. 

This novice mid to novice high Spanish activity requires students to use interpretive listening skills as they listen to an authentic resource. The included video is an interview with a native speaker from Madrid. Students are encouraged to gather basic information such as name, nationality, and greeting styles. After gathering this information students participate in an interpersonal communicative task as they hold a similar conversation with a partner. Finally, they use presentational skills to present to one of their classmates.

This intermediate low to intermediate-high activity focuses on the controversy surrounding artistic expression and graffiti. Students start by reading an article about the controversy in Colombia and then check their comprehension with a series of multiple-choice questions. Within the article, difficult words are highlighted in blue. If a student places the cursor over these words they will see a definition to assist them.  Afterward, students watch a short video clip about Stinkfish, a known graffiti artist from Colombia, and respond to a series of reflection questions in writing or in a group discussion. Students then work individually or in groups to research other graffiti artists in Colombia before sharing their findings with the class. Finally, students make comparisons between the themes of their researched artist and the themes noted in graffiti throughout the United States.

This Spanish language video was created specifically for novice low beginning students. It introduces students to 50 cognates, showing them that there are lots of similarities between Spanish and English. This is a great way to activate previous knowledge before introducing new material to students. A printable transcript is provided for teacher or student use. The provided link relies on Latin American Spanish but an option to view a Spain version is included. A set of printable activities is included to accompany this video.

This intermediate low to intermediate mid-Chinese activity allows students to reinforce their weather vocabulary. Students start by reviewing weather terms through a game of charades. A set of full-colored labeled weather cards are included so that students can draw a card and then act out the card they selected. After reviewing vocabulary, students use a prepared weather report worksheet to look up the weather for a target language city of their choice. Students then take turns presenting their findings by simulating weather reporters. An included PowerPoint highlights the can-do statements for this activity.

This novice low to novice mid-Chinese activity introduces students to the vocabulary needed to describe nationalities and where someone is from. At the start of the activity, students will be introduced to the correct way of asking someone their nationality by being introduced to some public figures from Chinese and English-speaking countries. Students will then ask each other where they are from and their nationalities. Finally, students are asked to draw a card from those provided in the resource. Students will repeat the introduction process but use the information on their cards to determine how they should respond to each question. There is a Google slide presentation that outlines the "can do" statements. The last slide introduces students to basic facts about where Chinese is spoken.

This resource provides a list of over 24 ER verbs along with a detailed Quizlet flashcard set that can be beneficial to helping beginning students memorize key vocabulary words. This deck can be used for a variety of review activities such as matching and spelling. This link also provides a printable list of these common verbs as well as a fill-in-the-blank practice activity.

In this novice-mid to novice-high Spanish activity, students practice creating questions and interviewing classmates on the topics of health, food, and celebrations. Students are provided a series of prepared interview cards. Each card represents a different topic. Students are asked to use the questions to carry on a three-minute interpersonal conversation. The students then reverse roles. After 6 minutes students will change interview cards and topics. A provided Google slide show offers reflection questions for students to discuss after finishing the activity.

The provided link is a full-text English version of Julius Ceaser's 'De Bello Gallico.' While students are expected to study the Latin version of this literary work, the AP College Board suggests that students also be familiar with the English version, especially books 1, 6, & 7. Students and teachers are provided multiple download options. Students and teachers of Latin levels 1 and 2 will find this English companion a useful tool in completing the following tasks: reinforcing student investigations into elements of Roman daily life; explaining the significance of people, events, social structures, and comparing the actions of Julius Ceaser and other historical figures.

This printable resource offers a visual reference for French students as they learn idiomatic expressions used to express agreement and disagreement. This resource can be printed individually for students or printed as a poster for teachers to use as a reference in the classroom. This resource will be particularly useful to intermediate low, mid, and high students as they work to vary their responses and enhance their vocabulary.

This novice-low to novice-high German activity introduces students to an authentic website as they explore the website of one of Germany's insurance companies. Students start by identifying key information on the website such as address and telephone number. They are then directed to the section of the website that deals with prevention and asked to explore the dental information. Finally, they learn to access the medical glossary on the website and use it to explore health-related vocabulary. 

This French lesson is geared toward novice low and novice mid learners in grades K-5. This unit consists of 3 separate lessons. In the first, students identify locations around the world where French is spoken. In the second, students examine photos of French family life and compare visible customs to those they see at home. Finally, students are introduced to French vocabulary used to identify family members. As an optional activity, students can create a family tree to present their own (or make-believe) family.

This is a novice mid to high Spanish language activity that encourages students to interact with an authentic text and engage in conversations using travel vocabulary. In this detailed activity, students begin by playing a premade Kahoot game that encourages a review of travel-related vocabulary. Students then participate in a Spanish language Buzz Feed quiz to determine what type of things they like and dislike on vacation. Finally, students engage in interpersonal conversations about their travel styles. A Google slide presentation is provided to guide teachers through this activity.

This novice mid-French activity introduces students to two Senegal singers,  Amadou Bagayoko & Mariam Doumbia. The song brings attention to the difficulties facing those who immigrate from poorer to wealthier countries. The included video offers a more detailed view of this West African culture and offers visuals to help put the lyrics in context. A printable PDF is provided to guide students as they watch and listen to the song. They will check comprehension through a series of true and false questions and focus on listening skills as they complete a cloze activity during the chorus.

This hands-on lesson provides examples in French but is easily adaptable for all languages. Students work in groups to design fashionable outfits for paper dolls. Once finished they use presentational writing skills to describe the outfit using clothing vocabulary learned in class and then present their script and outfit to the class. This lesson requires preparation ahead of time but a detailed list of supplies is provided along with a step-by-step lesson plan and student instruction sheet. The entire assignment is based on the popular television show Project Runway. Suggestions for extending the activity and for increasing difficulty for upper levels are included in the link.

This resource is a must for any teacher who has ever asked students to research a specific Spanish country. This list names all 22 countries (Including the US and Equitorial Guinea) where Spanish is spoken along with an image of their flags. Under each flag is a link to country-specific information on websites such as the CIA World Factbook, National Geographic, Nation Master, Wikipedia, Lonely Planet, Wolfram Alpha, and If It Were My Home. Each of these sites will save time by guiding students to reliable information rather than surfing the internet for hours as they prepare for their presentations. This resource is also a great place to start with planning imaginary travel to Spanish speaking countries. The provided resources are in English, making this a great resource for novice level language learners.

This intermediate-mid to advanced-low Spanish lesson offers an opportunity for students to listen to heritage speakers as they describe their families. Students are able to rely on family vocabulary and knowledge of a variety of tenses to gather information about each speaker. The activities in this lesson are specifically created for students who are considering a career in medicine. This allows students who may be participating in a high school health academy course to connect their language skills with their professional goals. By referring to the video speakers as 'patients' students practice asking questions about family history, listening for health-related facts, and gathering information on simulated patient history forms. While the content covered in this lesson (health vocabulary, family vocabulary, past tenses) is crucial to most Spanish programs, this unique twist allows students interested in the health field to see how these topics can impact their future profession and goals.

This novice mid to novice high French activity allows students to gather information from four different heritage French speakers: Franck, J-C, Stephanie, and Virginie. Students are asked to gather information as the speakers describe what he or she likes to watch on TV, listen to on the radio, and surf online. Students gather their information on a prepared printable worksheet. The links to the interviews used in this activity are posted in the comment section below. Each video provides optional French and English transcripts.

Key grammar points in these audio clips include: LIkes and Dislikes, Present Tense

This site is perfect for novice mid to novice high students that need a little extra help in grasping key characteristics of the Spanish language.  Here students will find detailed explanations of key grammar concepts. What makes this site unique is that each topic is explained using authentic video examples allowing students to hear the grammar concepts in action rather than just study written rules. The grammar concepts covered are Adjectives, Adverbs, Conjunctions, Determiners, Negation, Nouns, Prepositions, Pronouns, and Verbs.