Its a…..identity crisis.
Señora Ziegler is having a quarter life crisis. This post is going to serve as a life update, brain dump, and therapy session all in one. Guys, I have been struggling. Back in November, I confessed to my husband that I didn’t feel like myself and was really struggling with my mental health. Then, I […]
Getting Started with FVR / SSR
Getting Started with FVR / SSR in a World Language Class Welcome to this long-overdue blog post about how I plan and prepare for Free Voluntary Reading (FVR) and Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) in my Spanish classroom. I’ll admit, this year I’ve been a bit inconsistent with incorporating FVR/SSR into our routine. While I usually […]
Mid-year Classroom Reset
It’s time for a mid-year Classroom Reset! Every November, a familiar feeling creeps in. The initial spark of the school year starts to dim. The joy of teaching wanes, and I find myself questioning the purpose of our daily grind. It seems my students are caught in the same malaise, oblivious to the true value […]
¡Manotazo! – A Spanish Game for ALL!
¡Manotazo! – A Spanish Game for ALL Looking for a lively way to engage your Spanish students while focusing on vocabulary repetition? Look no further than “Manotazo”! Inspired by the popular game “Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza,” this fast-paced card game is perfect for your Fun Friday, but your students will be begging you to […]
Accommodating World Language Students with IEP / 504 Plans
We are back again with another Beginner Teacher Series post. This time, we are going to dive into the world of Special Education. Learning how to implement an IEP / 504 plan in a World Language classroom is of the upmost importance. You are required to provide accommodations to students in the World Language […]
How to approach teacher work days
How to approach Teacher Work Days Welcome back to my Beginner Teacher Series! The time to start preparing for the new school year has begun. With less than a month away, the pressure and anxiety of getting curriculum, materials, decor, etc is increasing by the day. If you are working at a school like mine, you will have […]
A Guide to Being a Beginner Teacher: Blog Series
New to this whole teaching thing? You’ve come to the right place. Hey there, teachers! Whether you’re a beginner teacher or a seasoned pro, welcome to my blog series dedicated just for YOU! No matter your subject area, you’re in the right spot because these posts are for everyone. Every year, I see beginner teachers […]
The #1 Thing You Need As A First Year Teacher
Hey there! Welcome to a brand new series dedicated to a very specific group of people. This series is for the first year teachers about to enter the education profession. If you aren’t brand new, by all means please stick around and see what may benefit you here! So, you just got your first job […]
Costa Rica Itinerary Project
Hola, hola 🙂 I am crushing this whole “1-2” posts a month thing right now and I have been itching to get this one out because I get to talk about and share my favorite project idea I have ever had…..ever! This project was designed for a Spanish 2+ classroom and contains MANY scaffolds. I […]
OFLA 2024 – Authentic Resources
Hey there! If you are visiting this page because you attended my OFLA presentation this year about authentic resrouces, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR COMING!!! There were so many great presentations to choose from so I am so grateful that you chose mine. If you happened to land here and you didn’t attend, well I […]