TPT
Total:
$0.00
up2dateskills Banner

up2dateskills

Rated 4.76 out of 5, based on 49 reviews
164 Followers
Porto, Portugal
About the store
20+ years teaching experience teaching and creating RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS. @up2dateskills you will find resources for teachers of all subjects that are useful, clear, and easy to use. I teach foreign languages in traditional classrooms and online, working with individual learners and groups across various platforms. I also provide private lessons in companies and to adults who need to improve their skills. up2dateskills resources include: 🖼️ Clipart 🎯 Games templates 🖨️ Printable templates 🗃️ Vocabulary templates 📄 Writing paper (grid, lined, dotted, seasonal) Don’t miss out! Follow my TPT store and enjoy 50% off every new resource for the first 24 hours after it goes live. Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you find something helpful and inspiring.
Read more

All resources

Preview of Vocational Training and Career Readiness | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Vocational Training and Career Readiness | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Created by
up2dateskills
cuss the importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) with this worksheet and presentation. All files are compatible with Google Slides or Google Docs, so you can open them from your Google Drive. This product was designed to meet the needs of students who are attending vocational courses and also students who already working but need to improve their English skills. You can use it with younger learners too when they are discussing work tools, safety at work, and agriculture. This product
Preview of BUNDLE | Back to School Activities | All About Me + All About You in German

BUNDLE | Back to School Activities | All About Me + All About You in German

Created by
up2dateskills
Make back-to-school welcoming with these “ All about me” + " All about you" worksheets in German. These work great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheets come in both color and black and white. All about me activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves and get to know each other. Another great thing about this All About Me + All About You German icebreaker is that it can be used by almo
Preview of BUNDLE: English Placement Test - Versions A and B - multiple formats

BUNDLE: English Placement Test - Versions A and B - multiple formats

Created by
up2dateskills
This bundle includes all the versions of the English Placement Test available in up2dateskills' TPT store. They are all ready-to-use multiple-choice English Level Tests. They help educators check their students' approximate language levels. Although most English classes tend to be mixed-ability, adapting resources for mixed-ability classes depends on how well you know each student’s level. This can be achieved by administering an English Level Test. To get detailed information about this activi
Preview of BUNDLE | Back to School Activities | All About Me + All About You [ESL speaking]

BUNDLE | Back to School Activities | All About Me + All About You [ESL speaking]

Created by
up2dateskills
Make back-to-school welcoming with these “ All about me” + " All about you" worksheets. These work great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheets come in both color and black and white. All about me activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves and get to know each other. Another great thing about this All About Me + All About You icebreaker is that it can be used by almost all ages becau
Preview of Alles Über Mich (All About Me) Back-to-School Activity in German

Alles Über Mich (All About Me) Back-to-School Activity in German

Created by
up2dateskills
Make back-to-school fun with this “Alles über mich” (“All about me”) worksheet in German. This works great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheet comes in both color and black and white. All About Me activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves. Another great thing about this All About Me/Alles Über Mich icebreaker is that it can be used by almost all ages because although the pictures
Preview of BUNDLE | European Convention on Human Rights + European Court on Human Rights

BUNDLE | European Convention on Human Rights + European Court on Human Rights

Created by
up2dateskills
All the resources included in this human rights bundle will help you introduce students to the complexities of the European Convention on Human Rights ( ECHR) and the European Court of Human Rights ( ECtHR). This bundle was created for teachers who need to explore European Human Rights in depth but in an engaging and accessible way. This all-in-one package sparks discussions and promotes critical thinking and understanding of recent events in Europe, their far-reaching implications at a glo
Preview of Back to School Activity | All About Me Worksheet in English [ESL speaking]

Back to School Activity | All About Me Worksheet in English [ESL speaking]

Created by
up2dateskills
Make back-to-school welcoming with this “All about me” worksheet. This works great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheet comes in both color and black and white. All about me activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves. Another great thing about this All About Me icebreaker is that it can be used by almost all ages because although the pictures are cute, they are not childish. You c
Preview of English Placement Test A (PDF + editable Word)

English Placement Test A (PDF + editable Word)

Created by
up2dateskills
Ready-to-use multiple-choice English Level Test. It will help educators check their students' approximate language levels. Although most English classes tend to be mixed-ability, adapting resources for mixed-ability classes depends on how well you know each student’s level. This can be achieved by administering an English Level Test. On up2dateskills' blog, you will find some tips on how to conduct the test and how to engage students in the scoring process: How to use up2dateskills English Leve
Preview of Let's open our world Cultural diversity and DNA Free ESL Worksheet

Let's open our world Cultural diversity and DNA Free ESL Worksheet

Created by
up2dateskills
What is the best way to teach about stereotypes? The answer isn't easy, but this worksheet, the presentation and all the videos included in this resource are a great way to start a discussion on the topic of stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination in our culturally diverse world. These resources focus on anti-racism and the importance of building a tolerant society. You can use this printable worksheet with teenagers and adult learners on November 16th for example, to celebrate the Intern
Preview of Alles Über Dich (All About You) Back-to-School Activity in German

Alles Über Dich (All About You) Back-to-School Activity in German

Created by
up2dateskills
Get to know your students and help them get to know each other on their first day of school with this All About You worksheet in German (“Alles über dich”). This works great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheet comes in both color and black and white. All About You activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves while getting to know their classmates. An excellent aspect of the All About Y
Preview of Tudo Sobre Mim (All About Me) Back-to-School Activity in Portuguese

Tudo Sobre Mim (All About Me) Back-to-School Activity in Portuguese

Created by
up2dateskills
Make back-to-school fun with this “Tudo sobre mim” (“All about me”) worksheet in Portuguese. This works great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheet comes in both color and black and white. All About Me activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves. Another great thing about this All About Me/Tudo Sobre Mim Portuguese icebreaker is that it can be used by almost all ages because although
Preview of Back to School Activity | All About You Worksheet in English [ESL speaking]

Back to School Activity | All About You Worksheet in English [ESL speaking]

Created by
up2dateskills
Get to know your students and help them get to know each other on their first day of school with this All About You worksheet. This works great as a first-day-of-school activity. The worksheet comes in both color and black and white. All About You activities are widely used as a first day of school activity because they are an easy icebreaker that allows students to share about themselves while getting to know their classmates. An excellent aspect of the All About You icebreaker is its versat
Preview of DOLLAR DEAL | ESL Classroom Song Imagine by John Lennon (Topic: World Peace)

DOLLAR DEAL | ESL Classroom Song Imagine by John Lennon (Topic: World Peace)

Created by
up2dateskills
The song "Imagine" by John Lennon is a great song to discuss the topic of World Peace or simply just to sing along. THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES1-page worksheet (PDF + Word);1-page answer-key (PDF + Word);7-slide PowerPoint presentation with the answer key (compatible with Google Slides). The worksheet includes different activities for each part of the song, such as gap-filling, choosing the correct word and putting verses in the correct order. The PowerPoint presentation is compatible with Googl
Preview of European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) – Trivia Game: Case Closed [ESL Game]

European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) – Trivia Game: Case Closed [ESL Game]

Created by
up2dateskills
‘Case Closed’ is the name of this trivia game on the European Court of Human Rights. This resource was modeled after popular TV shows like ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ and it allows students to get to know the most important facts about the European Court of Human Rights ( ECtHR). The presentation includes a set of engaging questions, an answer sheet, answer cards, and lifelines that allow students to play the game in class with their classmates. You can have a sneak peek into the game in t
Preview of European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Extended Vocabulary ESL Worksheet

European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Extended Vocabulary ESL Worksheet

Created by
up2dateskills
This resource offers activities to enhance vocabulary skills and was designed for both in-class use and homework assignments. It is an important expansion of the intricate language surrounding human rights law. As part of our extended lesson plan, this vocabulary practice complements the hands-on introduction provided by our foundational resources, ' European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Overview' and ' ECHR – The Convention'. Students will be asked to match words to their definitio
Preview of European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – The Convention [ESL Worksheet]

European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – The Convention [ESL Worksheet]

Created by
up2dateskills
This resource offers a hands-on exploration of the ECHR and was designed for teachers keen on guiding their students through an immersive journey into human rights. Named to align with its role as a main component in an extended lesson plan, the resource ' European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – The Convention' follows the ' European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Overview.' This series is thoughtfully designed to deepen students' understanding of human rights in Europe, a timely
Preview of European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Overview [ESL Worksheet - Reading]

European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Overview [ESL Worksheet - Reading]

Created by
up2dateskills
This resource fosters a hands-on introduction to the European Convention on Human Rights ( ECHR) and it was designed specifically for teachers aiming to kickstart their students’ exploration of human rights. I have chosen the name ‘European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Overview’ because this resource serves as the initial step in an extended lesson plan on the topic of human rights in Europe, an especially relevant and current topic with far-reaching global implications. This ECHR ove
Preview of English Placement Test B (PDF + editable Word)

English Placement Test B (PDF + editable Word)

Created by
up2dateskills
This is version B of up2dateskills' ready-to-use multiple-choice English Level Test. It will help educators check their students' approximate language levels. Although most English classes tend to be mixed-ability, adapting resources for mixed-ability classes depends on how well you know each student’s level. This can be achieved by administering an English Level Test. On up2dateskills' blog, you will find some tips on how to conduct the test and how to engage students in the scoring process: H
Preview of European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) – Quiz (ESL worksheet)

European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) – Quiz (ESL worksheet)

Created by
up2dateskills
This printable ‘ECtHR – Quiz’ enhances the hands-on exploration of human rights in Europe and was designed to complement the students’ knowledge on the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). Feel free to check our extended lesson plan on this topic. This printable worksheet features multiple-choice questions identical to those used in our 'Case Closed' Trivia Game, making them a complementary pair that you might find useful. However, they are independent activities and can be used separat
Preview of European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Quiz [ESL Worksheet]

European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Quiz [ESL Worksheet]

Created by
up2dateskills
This printable ‘ ECHR – Quiz’ enhances the hands-on exploration of human rights in Europe and was designed to complement ECHR knowledge. This printable worksheet features multiple-choice questions identical to those used in our ' Know Your Rights' Trivia Game presentation, making them a complementary pair that you might find useful. However, they are independent activities and can be used separately. This specific resource, ‘ European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) – Quiz’, is ideal for in
Showing 1-20 of 22 results

About the store

Experience

20+ years teaching experience teaching and creating RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS. @up2dateskills you will find resources for teachers of all subjects that are useful, clear, and easy to use. I teach foreign languages in traditional classrooms and online, working with individual learners and groups across various platforms. I also provide private lessons in companies and to adults who need to improve their skills. up2dateskills resources include: 🖼️ Clipart 🎯 Games templates 🖨️ Printable templates 🗃️ Vocabulary templates 📄 Writing paper (grid, lined, dotted, seasonal) Don’t miss out! Follow my TPT store and enjoy 50% off every new resource for the first 24 hours after it goes live. Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you find something helpful and inspiring.

Teaching style

My goal is always to create clear, engaging, and practical lessons that support both teachers and students.

My own education history

• Bachelor’s degree in Teaching English and German – University of Aveiro, Portugal. • Completed a one-year Erasmus mobility programme at the University of Osnabrück, Germany. • Advanced German for Teachers – Intensive Course, Goethe-Institut Schwäbisch Hall, Germany.

Additional biographical information

I’m passionate about creating practical, visually engaging, and effective materials that support both teachers and learners across different languages and contexts. So, in 2025, my project – up2dateskills – expanded into four sister shops, each focusing on a specific area of teaching and learning: • up2dateskills English – ESL, EFL, and ELA resources • up2dateskills German – DAF, DAZ, and DAM resources • up2dateskills Portuguese – PLE, PLM, and PL2 resources • up2dateskills – Planner inserts, clipart, and templates for teachers Don't miss out on flash deals, and be the first to know about my new free ed-tech tutorials and ESL podcasts... you can get on my email list here: https://up2dateskills.com/subscribe-enews/