How to get Spanish books for your classroom library
The importance of reading for language acquisition has been rediscovered recently, thanks to CI and Stephen Krashen. Whether you…
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How to Become an International School Teacher
Have you ever dreamed about teaching abroad? Wondering how to become a teacher in an international school? Maybe you…
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Writing Spanish books for children in Guatemala on Book Creator
As a teacher, every now and then you do a project or lesson that really resonates with students. An…
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What is Lexile and is it important for heritage language learners?
If you’ve used websites like Newsela, you’ve probably seen articles at different reading levels with numbers like 890L. What…
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Why we must teach journalism and press freedom
Last year I visited the Newseum in Washington, D.C.; a museum about the news, dedicated to upholding the First…
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Travel to Sumatra: An orangutan adventure
My Sumatra travel memory is burnt orange; a color and a smell. From the minute we got off the…
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The best books about Cuba for Spanish heritage and immersion classes
Looking for good books about Cuba? Finding the perfect book for Spanish heritage speakers or immersion classes can be…
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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine, Florida is one of the oldest forts in North…
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St. Augustine Travel Guide: historic city or tourist trap?
Is St. Augustine a tourist trap? Scrolling reviews on Trip Advisor you’ll see that “Tourist Trap” is often used…
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Tips for Traveling to National Parks during Covid-19
Note: The decision to travel during the Coronavirus pandemic is an extremely personal one and influenced by many factors….
