Less than $5 8th Grade World Languages Cultural Activities (by date, latest first)
Day of the Dead Spanish Reading Comprehension Passages | Questions & Activities
By La clase animada
Your students will love practicing Spanish and learning about Día de los Muertos with these four easily understood (and no prep!) short stories. These Día de los Muertos stories contain easily understood vocabulary and can be used for any level of Spanish student.
Each short story has it's own topic:
- Día de los Muertos -- explores the differences between Day of the Dead and Halloween
- Las calaveras -- describes how calaveras are seen in Day of the Dead through sugar skulls, decorations and more!
- El altar -- shares the different parts of a Day of the Dead altar and its importance
- Pan de muerto -- discusses how pan de muerto is different from regular bread
Each short story comes in PDF format with ...
- 4 true/false questions
- speaking activity
- writing prompt
- drawing activity
These short stories work well for ...
- a think, pair, share activity
- bell ringers to use throughout a unit
- in-class partner activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- low-prep sub plans
This product pairs well with ...
Day of the Dead Full Length Story
Day of the Dead Crossword & Word Search Worksheets
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Spanish Valentine Holidays Reading Comprehension Passages Questions & Activities
By La clase animada
Your students will love practicing Spanish and learning about Spanish Valentines and love Holidays with these four easily understood (and no prep!) short stories. These Valentines holiday stories contain easily understood vocabulary and can be used for any level of Spanish student.
Each short story has it's own topic of holidays that are part of the Navidad season in Spanish-speaking countries:
- Semana de la Dulzura in Argentina
- El Desfile de Viejo Amor in Guatemala
- El Día de Amor y Amistad in Mexico
- La Fiesta de San Dionisio in Spain
Each short story comes in PDF format with ...
- 4 true/false questions
- speaking activity
- writing prompt
- drawing activity
These short stories work well for ...
- a think, pair, share activity
- bell ringers to use throughout a unit
- in-class partner activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- low-prep sub plans
This product pairs well with ...
- Valentine's Day Crossword and Word Search
- 'Una tarjeta especial' Spanish Valentine's Story
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Costa Rica Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Costa Rica into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Costa Rica'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Costa Rica', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Costa Rica while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Bolivia Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Bolivia into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Bolivia'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Bolivia', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Bolivia while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Venezuela Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Venezuela into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Venezuela'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Venezuela', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Venezuela while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Chile Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Chile into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Chile'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Chile', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Chile while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Ecuador Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Ecuador into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Ecuador'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Ecuador', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Ecuador while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Colombia Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Colombia into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Colombia'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Colombia', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Colombia while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Panama Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Panama into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Panama'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Panamá', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Panama while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Honduras Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Honduras into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Honduras'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Honduras', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Honduras while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Spain Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Spain into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Spain'!
In the story 'Todo sobre España', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Spain while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Guatemala Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Guatemala into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Guatemala'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Guatemala', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Guatemala while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Puerto Rico Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage | Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of this not-quite a country Puerto Rico into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Puerto Rico'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Puerto Rico', your students will learn about the geography of the territory, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Puerto Rico while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Equatorial Guinea Activity | Basic Spanish Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Equatorial Guinea into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Equatorial Guinea'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Guinea Equatorial', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Equatorial Guinea while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Argentina Reading Activity | Basic Spanish Passage Questions Word Search FREE!
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Argentina into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Argentina'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Argentina', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Argentina while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Dominican Republic Activity | Basic Spanish Reading with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Dominican Republic into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Dominican Republic'!
In the story 'Todo sobre República Dominicana', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Dominican Republic while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Peru Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Peru into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Peru'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Perú', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Peru while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Uruguay Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Uruguay into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Uruguay'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Uruguay', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Uruguay while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Nicaragua Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions & Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Nicaragua into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Nicaragua'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Nicaragua', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Nicaragua while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!
Cuba Activity | Basic Spanish Reading Passage with Questions and Word Search
By La clase animada
Looking for ways to introduce the different Spanish-speaking countries to your students? Easily incorporate the culture and history of Cuba into any level of your Spanish classroom with 'All About Cuba'!
In the story 'Todo sobre Cuba', your students will learn about the geography of the country, population, special holidays, common food from the country, and MORE! This reading is a great way to introduce students to Cuba while also practicing reading skills. You can reinforce important words and concepts with the included word search, then find out your students' understanding with a 10 question assessment!
This product contains:
- Printable story (with lines for students to write information)
- PDF version of the story -- great for projecting on the screen
- 10 question multiple choice assessment (with answer key)
- Activity ideas for speaking, writing, and drawing
- Word Search with key vocabulary from the story
These stories work well for ...
- partner or small group activities
- an integrated performance assessment (IPA)
- no-prep sub plans
- large group read-aloud
Find more stories about all Spanish-speaking countries here!