by Kara Parker | Jul 31, 2015 | First Days
WOW! It is simply amazing how much World Language teachers do to prepare for the first week. Many hours perusing the back-to-school aisles, revamping old lesson plans (or creating new ones!), and planning for everything. Megan and I pulled past posts that will help... 
by Megan Smith | Aug 7, 2014 | Class Decor, First Days
One of the staples of my classroom decor has survived over the years and several new classrooms… my question word posters. A friend printed, laminated, and shared them with me when I first started teaching. They have really helped students learn how to respond... 
by Kara Parker | Aug 1, 2014 | First Days
The beginning of a school year is exciting, and overwhelming! Even as a veteran teacher, I feel like I don’t know where to begin. Here’s a stamp sheet for us teachers to have a little fun (and organization) while prepping for the new year. Copy the image... 
by Megan Smith | Jan 2, 2014 | 1 Planning, First Days, Monday Motivation, Teacher Problems
What is something you’ve always wanted to do? What new experiences will your students encounter in class? Please share… We can’t wait to hear! 
by Megan Smith | Aug 11, 2013 | Culture, First Days
One thing Kara and I are really passionate about is CULTURE. That’s the part that “hooks” a student! We’re always trying to use authentic resources, real pics and websites, and allow students to see and hear from a variety of people around the... 
by Kara Parker | Aug 7, 2013 | 1 Planning, First Days, Proficiency
WOW! What else can we say? We oohed and ahhed all afternoon looking at your submissions. Thanks for giving us a peek into your classrooms; you have inspired us! Here are six sweet syllabi to envy (we definitely do!). and the winner is… KAYLA SOLTIS!! We love the...
