Author: acquintero

Thank you for visiting acquinterobook.com! This is a place to share resources, activities, and ideas for empowering students in their newly acquired language! I have been on this journey for a while. With approximately 17 years of teaching under my belt, I have interacted with over thousands of students, perfecting my craft. As a lifelong learner myself. I earned a Master’s in Latin American Literature and Cultures, in addition to a Master’s in Educational Leadership. I’ve worked as a moderator, school evaluator, and consulting teacher for the International Baccalaureate Program. In the last few years, I have had the good fortune to present at ACTFL and AATSP as well as local conferences. These programs and opportunities have enriched my worldview and strengthened my commitment to reaching every student. In addition to publishing over 10 comprehensible novels in Spanish, French, and German, I also enjoy working with schools to align their curriculum, and presenting on topics such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Afro-Latinx, Spanish, Afrolatino

 

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Let me be the first to say that I have a ton of resources for teaching Black History Month to students. You can check out my previous Newsletter to get a rundown of those cultural gems. However, like most teachers, I really love to create! It’s my vice, seriously, it really is (I spend way… Continue reading  

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Comprehensible Input

Day of the Dead Lesson: Student Ownership: Successful Lesson!

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Sharing from The Trenches Today was my first day back to full classes, and it went better than I had expected. In fact, one student remarked, “Class was very productive, today.” I really appreciate their assessment of the class flow! After teaching today, I asked myself what was so different? Upon analyzing the components of… Continue reading Day of the Dead Lesson: Student Ownership: Successful Lesson!

Comprehensible Input, Interpersonal communication, Spanish 1 Activities, Thematic Units

Two Approaches to Special Persons in My Classroom: Always a Winner!

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Good day, teachers! We are all busy, so I will make this quick! I have just revised this Special Persons resource for my students and posted it on Teachers Pay Teachers Store: Teaching Spanish Made Easy! We just finished up our mini-unit on All About Me and this resource was a true hit! Here is… Continue reading Two Approaches to Special Persons in My Classroom: Always a Winner!

Afro-Latinx, Spanish, Afrolatino, Comprehensible Input

Diversify Your World Language Curriculum with These Resources!

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Did you know that integrating Afro-Latinx/Black-oriented content and contributions in your classroom curriculum is just a click away? Literally, click here to preview the beautiful array of people and stories that will inspire your students.  And there’s more good news; you don’t have to wait until Black History Month!

Comprehensible Input, Spanish Language Reading

Mis libros favoritos en Español: My favorite Books In Spanish (Authentic & Translated)

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Updated *2022 I'm back with Gioconda Belli and her new book: Las fiebres de la memoria. This is for a virtual book club. Enjoy the synopsis below! So far, it's her best work. Corre el año 1847. Charles Choiseul de Praslin, un noble de la corte de Luis Felipe I de Orléans, rey de Francia,… Continue reading Mis libros favoritos en Español: My favorite Books In Spanish (Authentic & Translated)

Spanish 1 Activities, Word Walls

Using Affirmations in Spanish Class: Engage the Brain and the Heart!

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When I saw this affirmation on the board, my heart melted! It made me so hopeful that even these unique circumstances, and with the curriculum being all over the place this year that a student felt they could triumph in my class! What started out as a novel activity, is now a vital part of… Continue reading Using Affirmations in Spanish Class: Engage the Brain and the Heart!