Chopsticks and Chinese New Year

Chopsticks and Chinese New Year

鸡年吉祥 / Jínián jíxiáng / Good luck for this Dog year! As Chinese New Year approaches, here’s a video, follow-up activity and a few ideas that we want to share. Even if you teach a different language, see how culture can instantly hook their curiosity! This video...
Watch Holiday Commercials

Watch Holiday Commercials

Binge watching good commercials can be just as entertaining as the shows! Thanks to the #langchat community, here are some great videos to get you started. Plus I added a few follow up activities that you can use immediately. “I can” Statements Here are...
Celebrate a Character

Celebrate a Character

Who is that?! And he did what? Beyond the many versions of Santa, check out these characters from all over the world. Grab a cup of cocoa and enjoy! “I can” Statements First here are some related daily “I can” statements that could be used with...
Try a Traditional Treat

Try a Traditional Treat

Let’s start with some authentic resources for Japanese, ASL, French, Spanish and German that will get the conversation started! Check them out to inspire your lessons and to learn a little about this wonderful world. “I can” Statements First here are...
A Class “Bucket List” Challenge

A Class “Bucket List” Challenge

Ready for a fun challenge?! These “bucket list” challenges are all over Pinterest so we thought we would make one for the language class. These little experiences help make class engaging and add a touch of culture. Below we have some ideas and downloads...