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HEART MAPPING ACTIVITY FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

HEART MAPPING ACTIVITY FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

There are different alternatives to the regular or commonly used Valentine's Day activities. One of them is to invite your students to think about what fills their hearts and brings joy. This heart mapping activity has been designed with novice proficiency levels in...

HOW TO MAXIMIZE SHORT STORIES

HOW TO MAXIMIZE SHORT STORIES

A short story can be used in more than one class! There are many activities you can engage in after telling or reading a short story. Here are ideas some that will help you maximize short stories: Start by Introducing the Characters of the Story: If possible, print...

5 EASY ACTIVITIES FOR AFTER THE WINTER BREAK

5 EASY ACTIVITIES FOR AFTER THE WINTER BREAK

Returning to school after the winter break can be a challenging experience, not only for teachers but also for students, as both  often feel fatigued and out of their regular routines. My recommendation is to keep it simple and introduce engaging activities that can...

IT’S A WRAP AND ADIÓS 2023!

IT’S A WRAP AND ADIÓS 2023!

Every year comes with its share of highs and lows, and though this particular year brought its challenges, I'm grateful to say that I'm in good health. I've found immense joy in conducting training sessions for teachers, and I hope the coming year will bring even more...

CREATING A GRATITUDE MAP

CREATING A GRATITUDE MAP

Creating a gratitude map with students is simple and does not require a lengthy process. This activity can be done at any time of the year. To begin, download the templates HERE and select the one you consider most suitable for your classes. Subsequently, facilitate a...

NOVICE LANGUAGE LEARNERS AS AUTHORS

NOVICE LANGUAGE LEARNERS AS AUTHORS

This was an end-of-school-year project that spanned about 8 classes, equivalent to three weeks in our schedule. The project was conducted as part of an all-school Celebration of Learning event, intended to be shared with families. The project's goal was to provide...