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I am a 16 year veteran that creates anime-themed reading materials for upper elementary and secondary school. I also create K-5 Spanish materials. I currently teach K-5 Spanish in an IB Academy. My experience teaching inclues: Special education social studies 6-8, Special education language arts 6-8, Inclusion reading 6-8, Inclusion math 6-8, 4th grade all subjects, 5th Grade Reading, ELA, and Social Studies, Special Education K-5 (all subjects), ESOL 6-8, Reading Coach K-5, and K-5 Elementary Spanish. My certifications Include: -Elementary K-5 -Special Education K-12 -English Language Arts 6-12 -Reading Endorsement -ESOL Endorsement -Literacy Coach Endorsement
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Preview of Spanish Alphabet Letter Formation Handwriting Sheets (Lower-case NO PREP)

Spanish Alphabet Letter Formation Handwriting Sheets (Lower-case NO PREP)

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Here’s a product description optimized for SEO that you can use for your Spanish Alphabet Letter Tracing PageshtThljkdsalkfjkThSpanish Alphabet Letter Tracing Pages – Printable Worksheets for Early Learners Help your child master the Spanish alphabet with these fun and engaging letter tracing pages! Designed for preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten students, this printable resource supports early literacy and handwriting development in Spanish. ⭐ Product Features: ✅ 27 Spanish alphabet tracin
Preview of Getting to Know You Questions - Anime Theme (Spanish Edition)

Getting to Know You Questions - Anime Theme (Spanish Edition)

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Build a strong classroom community from day one with this engaging Getting to Know You Questions Bundle! Perfect for middle school and high school students, this resource includes three unique sets of conversation starters designed to spark meaningful dialogue, promote discussion skills, and help students connect with one another all while practicing Spanish. Whether you're looking for back-to-school icebreakers, morning meeting prompts, or discussion starters for Spanish class this resourc
Preview of Getting to Know You. Beginning of the Year Questions (Anime and more)

Getting to Know You. Beginning of the Year Questions (Anime and more)

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Build a strong classroom community from day one with this engaging Getting to Know You Questions Bundle! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this resource includes three unique sets of conversation starters designed to spark meaningful dialogue, promote discussion skills, and help students connect with one another. Whether you're looking for back-to-school icebreakers, morning meeting prompts, or discussion starters for advisory or homeroom, this resource has everything
Preview of Anime Reading Comprehension Passage - Sword Art Online (NO PREP)

Anime Reading Comprehension Passage - Sword Art Online (NO PREP)

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Looking for a high-interest, standards-aligned resource that will captivate your students and spark thoughtful discussion? This Sword Art Online Informational Text & Opinion Writing Bundle is perfect for upper elementary and middle school readers who love anime, video games, and adventure! This bundle includes two engaging informational articles that explore the popular anime Sword Art Online (SAO) from two different perspectives—one that praises SAO as the best isekai anime ever, and anothe
Preview of El Coqui Frog Reading Comprehension Informational Article and Activities NO PREP

El Coqui Frog Reading Comprehension Informational Article and Activities NO PREP

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Bring culture and reading to life with this fun and educational resource about El Coqui - Puerto Rico's iconic frog. This engaging resource combines nonfiction reading, comprehension questions, and creative writing to help students explore the cultural importance of this tiny frog. What's included?Informational article that can be used in 2nd-5th grades. There are 6 roll and read questions that go along with the article. RAFT writing task with writing page and rubricThis is great for Hispanic H
Preview of Puerto Rican Day Parade Reading Comprehension Article / Passage NO PREP

Puerto Rican Day Parade Reading Comprehension Article / Passage NO PREP

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Celebrate cultura and boost literacy with this engaging, standards-aligned resource all about the Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC! It is perfect for grades 2-5. It can be used in secondary with students that are striving learners. This NO PREP printable includes a nonfiction article, open-ended questions, a descriptive writing prompt, and 10-multiple choice comprehension questions. They are all centered around the largest Latino cultural celebrations in the US. Use it during Hispanic Heritage Mo
Preview of Three King's Day Celebration Bundle (Differentiated for Elementary and Secondary

Three King's Day Celebration Bundle (Differentiated for Elementary and Secondary

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Bring the magic and cultural significance of Three Kings' Day ( El Día de los Reyes) to your classroom with this comprehensive, interactive resource bundle tailored for both elementary and middle school students. Perfect for social studies, literacy, and cultural exploration lessons, this bundle is everything you need to celebrate Three Kings' Day in a meaningful and age-appropriate way! What’s Included:Elementary School Resources:Three Kings' Day Informational Article: A student-friendly text e
Preview of Three King's Day Bundle (Article, Questions, Activities, and More) NO PREP

Three King's Day Bundle (Article, Questions, Activities, and More) NO PREP

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Bring the magic and cultural significance of Three Kings' Day ( El Día de los Reyes) to your classroom with this comprehensive, interactive resource bundle designed for elementary teachers. This bundle is packed with engaging materials to teach students about this cherished holiday, its traditions, and its values of generosity, kindness, and family. Perfect for social studies, literacy, and cultural exploration lessons, this resource is everything you need to celebrate Three Kings' Day in a mean
Preview of Three King's Day Informational Article w/ Questions and Answer Key - Grades 5-8

Three King's Day Informational Article w/ Questions and Answer Key - Grades 5-8

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This resource includes a 3-page informational article on Three King's Day, multiple-choice questions, short-response questions, and two possible project ideas to help students better understand and celebrate Three King's Day. This makes an excellent addition to your printable for your social studies or reading block. Other Products You Might Like:Spanish Greetings and Introductions AssessmentsReading Comprehension Passage - Naruto an Inspiring TaleAnime Comprehension Passages - Growing BundleRe
Preview of No Prep Book Study for Over and Under in the Snow

No Prep Book Study for Over and Under in the Snow

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Thank you for downloading this read aloud resource. There are graphic organizers, task cards, and a quiz that you can use to connect to your  read aloud time. You can also consider adding this to a center.  Book Information: Title: Over and Under in the SnowAuthor: Kate MessnerInterest level: Lower gradesBook Level: 3.2AR Points: 0.5Word Count: 511Topics: Animals-Misc./Other; Award Winners-Golden Kite Award/Honor Book; Recommended Reading-NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science; Seasons/Weather-SnowOther P
Preview of The Missing Gator of Gumbo Limbo - Editable Book Study

The Missing Gator of Gumbo Limbo - Editable Book Study

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Thank you for downloading this book study package for the Missing Case of Gumbo Limbo. This is a complete novel study package with book Study Printables for Teachers that focus on close reading organizers, journal prompts, comprehension questions, vocabulary tasks, and some project-based learning ideas. I included tasks that would address various literature standards. This way you’d have flexibility on which tasks to focus on with your students. There are also editable Book Study Templates for t
Preview of Reading Comprehension Fiction Passage - Naruto and Demon Slayer

Reading Comprehension Fiction Passage - Naruto and Demon Slayer

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this anime Fanfiction passage. This is a fun resource to get even your most reluctant readers into fiction. The passages feature popular anime crossovers with engaging tasks. Appropriate for advanced upper elementary students or middle school students. May also be appealing for high school students in remedial reading courses or intervention. Other Products You Might Like:Reading Comprehension Passage - Naruto an Inspiring TaleAnime Comprehension Pas
Preview of Spanish Greetings and Introductions Quizzes (Elementary)

Spanish Greetings and Introductions Quizzes (Elementary)

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this assessment packet. These quizzes can be used in any elementary Spanish class as formative assessments. The questions cover common greetings in Spanish. Other Products You Might Like:Reading Comprehension Passage - Naruto an Inspiring TaleAnime Comprehension Passages - Growing BundleReading Comprehension Passage - History of AnimeTerms of UseThis resource was created by Shaime Lyz Cortes Vega, Ed. D copyright 2024. It may be printed and photocopi
Preview of My Family / Mi Familia Free Family Tree Templates (No Prep)

My Family / Mi Familia Free Family Tree Templates (No Prep)

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These were used in conjunction with the My Family / Mi Familia unit that my Spanish class worked on. Primary students were given the template to use so that they could write in their relative's names or draw them. Upper elementary students used the template as a guide for when they were creating their own family trees. If you enjoy this Freebie, please make sure to check out some other items you may like. Other Products You Might Like:Reading Comprehension Passage - Naruto an Inspiring TaleAni
Preview of EDITABLE Anime Isekai Unit - (Articles, organizers, prompts, etc.)

EDITABLE Anime Isekai Unit - (Articles, organizers, prompts, etc.)

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Thank you for downloading this anime-themed project package. This package has three isekai anime nonfiction articles that provide background information on the anime genre, popular isekai anime, and why these isekai anime are popular. They also come with questions and graphic organizers if you want to use them as stand along comprehension passages. The story writing portion of the project has a project outline, isekai anime checkist, narrative writing anchor chart, manga templates, planning orga
Preview of Strongest Anime Heroes - Nonfiction Articles and Writing Prompt

Strongest Anime Heroes - Nonfiction Articles and Writing Prompt

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this anime-themed nonfiction articles with  writing prompt and rubric. The purpose of this resource is to provide ready-to-go informational non-fiction texts that are of high interest to students and that also engage them in writing. Comprehension articles are appropriate for students in Grades 5-8. Although, they may be used in a high school setting for striving students in intensive reading or intensive ELA courses.  Tasks included: Comprehension a
Preview of FREEBIE Anime Comprehension Tic-Tac-Toe Games (i.e. Naruto, Jujutsu Kaisen, etc.

FREEBIE Anime Comprehension Tic-Tac-Toe Games (i.e. Naruto, Jujutsu Kaisen, etc.

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this anime-themed fiction tic-tac-toe games freebie. Your students will love practicing their reading comprehension with these tic-tac-toe center games. There are 3 tic-tac-toe centers in this resource. Each has an anime-themed fiction passage and two tic-tac-toe games.  Each tic-tac-toe game has 9 questions. The first game has text-dependent questions. The second game is the same for each of the fiction tic-tac-toe centers and are focused on a varie
Preview of FREEBIE Discovering Jujutsu Kaisen - Anime Reading Passage and Writing Prompt

FREEBIE Discovering Jujutsu Kaisen - Anime Reading Passage and Writing Prompt

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this anime-themed nonfiction article with summarizing task and writing prompt. The purpose of this resource is to provide ready-to-go informational non-fiction texts that are of high interest to students and that also engage them in writing. Comprehension articles are appropriate for students in Grades 4-8. Although, they may be used in a high school setting for striving students in intensive reading or intensive ELA courses.  Tasks included: Compreh
Preview of Reading Comprehension Anime Passage - Demon Slayer (reading and writing tasks)

Reading Comprehension Anime Passage - Demon Slayer (reading and writing tasks)

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading this reading comprehension package. The purpose of this resource is to provide ready-to-go informational non-fiction texts that are of high interest to students and that also engage them in higher-order text-dependent questions.  Comprehension articles are appropriate for students in Grades 4-8. Although, they may be used in a high-school setting for striving students in intensive reading or intensive ELA courses.  Tasks included: Comprehension artic
Preview of FREEBIE Book Study Activities for Kindergarten Florida B.E.S.T. Book List

FREEBIE Book Study Activities for Kindergarten Florida B.E.S.T. Book List

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Package Information:Thank you for downloading these free picture book activities. This resource was created to be at-home practiced, but could also be adapted to be used during independent or partner reading centers. These tasks can be done with students in whole group as well after a read aloud. These tasks align with the Florida B.E.S.T. library book list for Kindergarten. Each text below has a corresponding task. Included in this bundle:Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Arch
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I am a 16 year veteran that creates anime-themed reading materials for upper elementary and secondary school. I also create K-5 Spanish materials. I currently teach K-5 Spanish in an IB Academy. My experience teaching inclues: Special education social studies 6-8, Special education language arts 6-8, Inclusion reading 6-8, Inclusion math 6-8, 4th grade all subjects, 5th Grade Reading, ELA, and Social Studies, Special Education K-5 (all subjects), ESOL 6-8, Reading Coach K-5, and K-5 Elementary Spanish. My certifications Include: -Elementary K-5 -Special Education K-12 -English Language Arts 6-12 -Reading Endorsement -ESOL Endorsement -Literacy Coach Endorsement

Awards & shining teacher moments

-Rookie Teacher of the Year 2010 -Community Service Award 2013 -Teacher of the Year 2015 -Teacher of the Year 2021

My own education history

-University of South Florida, B.A - English - Literature and Creative Writing -Florida Southern College, M. Ed - Collaborative Teaching and Learning -University of Phoenix - Ed. D - Educational Leadership

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