Category Archives: Culture

America is a Continent

Posted on August 16, 2013 by spanishplans

I decided to spread my influence outside my classroom this year and take on a bit of the hallway. I created the following display, featuring “Todos Somos América,” with an outline of North and South America and pictures of various … Continue reading →

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Silencing the Talking Taco

Posted on July 15, 2013 by spanishplans

I happened to take a look at some of the products a popular Spanish-teacher catalog was promoting. As someone who enjoys not only the language, but the culture of the Spanish-speaking world I was embarrassed by what I have seen … Continue reading →

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Perspective

Posted on April 29, 2013 by spanishplans

¿Quién tiene la razón? ¿Cómo es posible que los dos tengan razón? One of the most important tasks outside of language learning that world language teachers face is to make our students aware of the world outside their community. To … Continue reading →

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Hispanic Heritage Month Post 4

Posted on September 30, 2012 by spanishplans

During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) we will be posting articles and information relating to the impact of Latinos in the United as well as looking at their culture from their home countries. The goal of this … Continue reading →

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Hispanic Heritage Month Post 3

Posted on September 24, 2012 by spanishplans

During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) we will be posting articles and information relating to the impact of Latinos in the United as well as looking at their culture from their home countries. Our goal is for … Continue reading →

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Hispanic Heritage Post 2

Posted on September 20, 2012 by spanishplans

During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) we will be posting articles and information relating to the impact of Latinos in the United as well as looking at their culture from their home countries. Our goal is for … Continue reading →

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Hispanic Heritage Post 1

Posted on September 18, 2012 by spanishplans

During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) we will be posting articles and information relating to the impact of Latinos in the United as well as looking at their culture from their home countries. Our goal is for … Continue reading →

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September 16th

Posted on September 16, 2012 by spanishplans

¡Viva México! Feliz día de Independencia, México, querido y lindo. Read our previous Independence Day post or download láminas sobre México.

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Macanudo

Posted on September 4, 2012 by spanishplans

In addition to being funny, the comics Condorito, Mafalda, and Macanudo can offer a great insight into the Hispanic culture and language. Mafalda, drawn by Quino (Jauquín Salvador Lavado) is a national symbol in Argentina. Condorito, the pride of Chilean … Continue reading →

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Taco Bell in Mexico

Posted on August 13, 2012 by spanishplans

A lot of Americans assume that Taco Bell is Mexican food simply because it sells things such as “tacos”. But claiming that Taco Bell sells Mexican food couldn’t be further from the truth. To claim such is a great insult … Continue reading →

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