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Resources for La Lucha

Posted on May 12, 2025 by SpanishPlans

This year was my first year using the book LA LUCHA by Melisa Lopez from FluencyMatters/Wayside Publishing. The book is a historical fiction book about a teenager year old named Javier who works in the fields picking crops alongside his … Continue reading →

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Engaging Group Activities for Spanish Reading Comprehension

Posted on April 25, 2025 by SpanishPlans

In a Spanish class reading “La Lucha,” students analyzed chapter 6 by identifying 20 significant words. They collaborated in pairs to compare lists, ultimately agreeing on ten key words. This activity promoted deeper understanding of the text and vocabulary through repeated engagement, discussions, and potential follow-up writing assignments using the chosen words. Continue reading →