Get your students excited about learning with this engaging Text Quest on the rise of reggaetón! This high-interest reading comprehension activity explores the origins and global impact of reggaetón, a genre that has captivated millions worldwide. Your students will practice close reading, critical thinking, and cultural analysis as they dive into reggaetón's fascinating journey from the streets of Panama and Puerto Rico to international fame.

This resource includes:  

✅ A 600-word reading passage on the history of reggaetón (written in English)  

✅ 4 interactive challenge activities (multiple-choice, matching, true/false, and sequencing)  

✅ 2 engaging writing activities   

✅ Answer keys for all challenge activities  

✅ Teacher instructions with implementation tips and activity options

This no-prep, flexible resource is perfect for:

✳️ **Substitute lesson plans:** An engaging, independent lesson that keeps students focused.  

✳️ **Pre-break or holiday lessons:** A high-interest activity to maintain engagement before a break.  

✳️ **Cultural enrichment:** Help students explore the influence of Latin music and the cultural significance of reggaetón.  

✳️ **Reading comprehension practice:** A fun and dynamic way to reinforce reading and writing skills while connecting to real-world topics.

Best of all, your students will explore a meaningful cultural topic while sharpening their comprehension skills and making connections to modern music. Whether used as a one-day text quest or part of a larger music or cultural unit, this activity will motivate and inspire your students!

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Break up your regular routine and get your students excited with this engaging Text Quest reading comprehension activity! Focused on the life and legacy of Lionel Messi, this ready-to-use resource will captivate your students as they explore the challenges and triumphs of one of the greatest footballers of all time. Students will practice close reading, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and dive deep into Messi's inspiring journey through a series of interactive tasks that make learning fun and meaningful.

This resource includes:  

✅ A high-interest reading passage about Lionel Messi’s life and career (approx. 800 words)  

✅ 4 interactive challenge activities (multiple-choice, matching, sentence location, true/false)  

✅ 2 engaging writing activities 

✅ Student answer recording sheet  

✅ Answer keys for all challenge activities  

✅ Teacher instructions with implementation tips and options for classroom use

This low-prep activity is perfect for sub plans, fun lessons between units, fast finishers, pre-break lessons, Spanish 1, introductory Spanish courses, or a course that covers culture of the Spanish-Speaking world.

The best part? Your students will dive into Messi’s incredible story while practicing essential reading and writing skills, making connections to culture, sports, and history along the way. Whether used as a one-day text quest or as part of a larger unit, this activity will keep your students motivated and learning!

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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

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Do you struggle to incorporate engaging, high-interest readings in your Spanish classroom? This amazing cultural reading activity about three interesting pets that come from Mexico will get your kids excited to read! These readings, which include comprehension questions, can be used as-is or as a jumping off point for interpersonal speaking activities or presentational speaking and writing activities (not included in this download). They make an excellent addition to a unit related to the environment, animals, or families, but they can also be used as free reading options.

This resource includes zipped, non-editable PDFs with:

• 3 one-page readings in Spanish with vocabulary footnotes
• 3 one-page readings in English (the same readings translated to English)
• 3 one-page sets of comprehension questions (one for each reading) included in both Spanish and English
• 1 two-page set of comprehension questions over all three readings included in both Spanish and English
• links to the non-editable Google Slides**™** version of the readings and comprehension questions
• teacher tips and instructions for using the resource in Google Slides**™**
• links to related YouTube videos (in Spanish and English) for lesson enrichment and extension (although I have checked all of the videos, please be sure to view any videos before using with your students to ensure they are appropriate for your classes and community)

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Break up your regular routine and get your students excited with this engaging Text Quest reading comprehension activity! Focused on the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla Pérez, this ready-to-use resource will captivate your students as they explore key details, practice close reading, and sharpen their critical thinking skills through a series of interactive tasks.

This resource includes:  

✅ A high-interest reading passage written in English about Selena Quintanilla Pérez (600 words)  

✅ 4 interactive challenge activities (multiple-choice, matching, sentence location, true/false)  

✅ 2 engaging writing activities: Pick Six and Pick Just One  

✅ Student answer recording sheet

✅ Answer keys for all challenge activities  

✅ Teacher instructions, including implementation tips and options

This low-prep activity is perfect for:  

✳️  Substitute plans: Keep students on task with an engaging, independent lesson.  

✳️  Pre-break or long weekend lessons: A fun, interactive way to keep students focused when attention might wander.  

✳️  Cultural lessons: Incorporate a meaningful exploration of Latin music and cultural icons.  

✳️  Review and enrichment: Reinforce reading comprehension and critical thinking in a fresh, engaging format.

The best part? Your students will dive into Selena’s story while practicing important reading and writing skills, making connections to culture and history along the way. Whether used as a one-day text quest or as part of a larger cultural unit, this activity will keep your students motivated and learning!

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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

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Let your students discover birthday traditions in the Spanish-speaking world with this exciting reading resource! This ready-to-use reading activity in English about birthday traditions will get your students excited to learn about how other countries celebrate birthdays. 

This resource includes:

  ✅ 3 versions of the two-page reading passage, all written in English

  ✅ a pre-reading anticipation guide

  ✅ 2 post-reading comprehension activities

  ✅ 2 post-reading writing activities

  ✅ answer keys for the anticipation guide and comprehension activities

  ✅ teacher tips and suggestions for extension activities

This super low-prep activity makes for a great sub plan, filler lesson between units, or a fun addition to a unit on family and celebrations. The best part? Your students will make connections between their own culture and the target culture, all while practicing analytical thinking, reading, and writing! Because the passages and activities are all in English, students can focus on comprehension without a language barrier. This resource is perfect for a Spanish 1 class, world cultures class, or exploratory language program.

The reading passage is included in this resource at three different grade levels: 9th-10th, 7th-8th, and 4th-5th.

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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

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Spice up your lessons with a fun reading about tacos! Break free from the routine and get your students excited with this engaging reading activity all about tacos! This ready-to-use resource explores the history, cultural significance, and different types of tacos, and will have your students hungry to learn more. This activity in English offers a fascinating look into Mexican culture while encouraging students to make connections with their own cultural traditions.

This resource includes:

  ✅ 3 versions of the four-page reading passage, all written in English  

  ✅ a pre-reading anticipation guide  

  ✅ 2 post-reading comprehension activities  

  ✅ 2 post-reading writing activities  

  ✅ answer keys for the anticipation guide and comprehension activities  

  ✅ teacher tips and suggestions for extension activities  

This super low-prep activity is perfect for sub plans, a filler lesson between units, or as a fun addition to a unit on food and culture. The best part? Your students will make cross-cultural connections between their own experiences and the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine, all while practicing critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Because the readings and activities are in English, students can focus on comprehension and cultural analysis without a language barrier.

This resource is ideal for a Spanish 1 class, world cultures class, or any exploratory language program.

The reading passage is included at three different grade levels for easy differentiation: 9th-10th, 7th-8th, and 4th-5th. 

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Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product.

Break the monotony and ignite enthusiasm with this fun and interesting reading about the history of piñatas! This ready-to-use reading activity in English about the history of piñatas will fuel your students' curiosity about piñatas and get them thinking about similar traditions in their own culture.

This resource includes:

  ✅ 3 versions of the four-page reading passage, all written in English

  ✅ a pre-reading anticipation guide

  ✅ 2 post-reading comprehension activities

  ✅ 2 post-reading writing activities

  ✅ answer keys for the anticipation guide and comprehension activities

  ✅ teacher tips and suggestions for extension activities

This super low-prep activity makes for a great sub plan, filler lesson between units, or a fun addition to a unit on family and celebrations.

The best part? Your students will make connections between their own culture and the target culture, all while practicing analytical thinking, reading, and writing! Because the passages and activities are all in English, students can focus on comprehension without a language barrier. This resource is perfect for a Spanish 1 class, world cultures class, or exploratory language program.

The reading passage is included in this resource at three different grade levels: 9th-10th, 7th-8th, and 4th-5th.

Copyright © Rachel Bailey (La Señorita Creativa®) All Rights Reserved

Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this product.