Disney's Las Posadas - Hispanic Holiday Tradition

Heads Up! Cabezas Arribas

Students got to get a little loco while acting out Spanish phrases.  The person with the flashcard on their forehead had to guess what the Spanish phrase was. 

Te gusta el cacto?

Some 8th graders had the opportunity to try an interesting Hispanic treat..... Cactus! There were definitely mixed reviews. :) Yummy! 

HACE FRIO

Now that the weather is getting colder, I thought you could use some winter terms!  Try to use these at school and at home!



Hace frío (ahh-say  free-yo) - It's cold.
Nieve (Nee-A-vay) - It's snowing.
Necesito chocolate caliente. (Ne-se-see-to  cho-co-lah-tay call-ee-en-tay) - I need hot chocolate.
hombre de nieve (om-bray  day   nee-A-vay) - snow man

Gracias a los Veteranos

Feliz Dia de Los Veteranos! Take time to thank God today for our Veterans who have fought for our country. 

Bendigas

The students like to share bendigas (blessings) in Spanish class and talk about how God has blessed us.  I have to say my biggest bendigas lately have been the wonderful estudiantes here at HCS!  You guys rock and I thank God that I have the opportunity to teach you all Spanish this year.

 Here is a link to one of my fave songs.  It's one of those songs that you can't help but sing along, and maybe even dance.:)  Disfrute!  Enjoy!

Salvador's Higher Love Song

Padre Nuestro

Padre Nuestro-Our Father

The first half of the Lord's Prayer

Check out some sixth graders singing half of the Lord's Prayer! - Padre Nuestro

La Familia

The Middle Schoolers are learning various family member names.  Listen to this catchy song and about una FAMILIA GRANDE!


Tengo Una Familia Grande

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"Days of the Week and Months in Spanish" - Learn Spanish with BASHO & fr...

Practice the Days of the Week!  Días de la semana!

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed el 15 de septiembre through el 15 de octubre.  What a great opportunity for us to celebrate the diverse Hispanic cultures that exist in our communities.

How are you going to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month?  Here are some ideas!  Have fun and get your whole familia involved!

-Eat dinner at an authentic Hispanic restaurante.  Ask Sra. Neher for a list of places around our community. (Taco Bell doesn't count as authentic!)
-Read a Hispanic folktale.  You may look online or use the link on the right of this blog to find some.
-Listen to Spanish music.
-Read about Hispanic heroes. Ask Sra. Neher for a list of important Hispanics who have changed the world! (some of my faves - Cesar Chavez, Selena Quintanilla, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and Rita Moreno)
-Attend a Spanish speaking church (ask Sra Neher for a list of churches in the community)

El Verso de Septiembre

"Ama al Señor tu Dios con todo tu corazon, tu ser, y con toda tu mente."  Mateo 22:37

Remember to practice saying this verse at home!  You need to say this verse from memory by the end of Septiembre.

Typing en Español

Have you ever wanted to type something in Spanish but didn't know how to add the accent marks or tildes?  Here is a guide to typing Spanish letters:

ALT 160 = á
ALT 161 = í
ALT 162 = ó
ALT 163 = ú
ALT 164 = ñ
ALT 168 = ¿
ALT 130 = é
ALT 173 = ¡
ALT 129 = ü

El Alfabeto

In grades K-5, we've been learning the Spanish alfabeto.  Check out this fun video from youtube that has helped us learn how to say and sing the letters:
Orale el Alfabeto

Vowels - Vocales
Who can translate this funny saying? 

A-E-I-O-U El Burro sabe más qué tu