Curated OER
Subject Pronouns in Spanish
Starting off with examples and explanations of English subjects and pronouns, this resource explores Spanish subject pronouns in great detail. Each subject pronoun is described and paired with examples. Additionally, the material...
Curated OER
Negative Words & Expressions in Spanish
You don't never use double negatives in English, but the grammar is slightly different in Spanish. Help your class grasp this concepts and pick up how to compose sentences that are negative, rather than affirmative with the information...
Curated OER
Spanish Punctuation & Capitalization
Grammar rules in all languages, but that doesn't mean it's the same from English to Spanish. This informational webpage describes the similarities and differences between English and Spanish for the following: periods, commas, question...
Curated OER
Direct & Indirect Object Pronouns
There is a wealth of information provided here about direct and indirect object pronouns. Consider breaking these complex grammatical concepts into smaller chunks so that your Spanish language learners do not become overwhelmed. The At a...
Curated OER
Spanish Parts of Speech (Part 1)
Check out this overview of the parts of speech that includes English and Spanish examples. Each part of speech is highlighted in a different color for clarity. There is information on each part of speech here, and you or your pupils can...
Curated OER
The Personal a
Introduce your Spanish class to the personal a, used when the direct object is a person or personified thing. You can show the provided presentation first and direct them to the other two tabs on this webpage for reference and additional...
Curated OER
Past Participles
Consider this online resource that includes accurate information about past participles for a reference material for your Spanish language, or as a source of inspiration for your own lesson. Beginning with a definition of past...
Curated OER
Using Infinitives
Infinitives have multiple purposes. Introduce your Spanish class to the variety of ways to use infinitives other than simply conjugating them. Use the material and presentation included here to inspire and inform a lesson on infinitives....
Other
Bowdoin: Transitional Phrases in Spanish
This guide will help students to become skilled in using transitional phrases in Spanish.
Indiana University
Juan M. Soto: Reglas Uses of the "Se" Pronoun in Spanish
Concise, but thorough English explanation of the uses of the pronoun "se" in Spanish. Great review for advanced students or teachers who want a quick review.
eLanguage
E Language: Learn to Speak Spanish Online: Spanish Grammar Guidebook
A comprehensive guide to Spanish grammar, structure, and expressions for English speakers learning Spanish. Explanations are in English; examples are in Spanish.
BusinessSpanish.com
Business Spanish: Ser & Estar: To Be
The perfect resource for making sense out of the two trickiest verbs in Spanish. This site does an excellent job at explaining, providing details and showing ser and estar conjugations.
Indiana University
Indiana University: Las Clausulas Condicionales
This site from the Indiana University provides a concise but thorough Spanish explanation of conditional clauses in Spanish grammar. Examples in Spanish and English of which tenses to use to express different conditional clauses that use...
Indiana University
Juan M. Soto: Reglas Preterite and Imperfect
Concise, but thorough English explanation of the preterite and imperfect tenses in Spanish grammar. Great review for advanced students or teachers who want a quick review. Links are also available to interactive exercises and sheets that...
Indiana University
Juan M. Soto: Reglas Direct Object Pronouns
Concise, but thorough English explanation of direct object pronouns in Spanish grammar.
Indiana University
Juan M. Soto: Reglas Indirect Object Pronouns
Concise, but thorough English explanation of indirect object pronouns in Spanish grammar. Also explains how to use direct and indirect object pronouns together.
Lingolex
Lingolex.com: Learn Spanish: The Use of the Word Dar (To Give)
Teachers will find this Lingolex.com site very helpful in explaining the different uses of the verb dar (to give). Idiomatic expressions are widely used in everyday conversations, therefore students must become familiar with their uses.
Vernet -Virtual Education Resources Network
Salon Hogar: 100 Most Used Verbs in English
This is a list of the 100 most commonly used verbs in English with their Spanish translation.
Other
Preterito Imperfecto
A detailed look at the conditions of when to use the preterite versus the imperfect. Outstanding explanations, even though some may prove too detailed for many high school students. Excellent examples compare the use of the preterite and...
Indiana University
Indiana University: Personal Pronouns
This site from Indiana University provides a concise, but thorough, English explanation of personal pronouns in Spanish grammar.
Language Guide
Language Guide: Irregular Stem Changes
Learn and practice the correct formation of stem changing verbs in Spanish. A link to interactive verb conjugation practice is provided under the grammar explanation.
Other
Isabel's Esl Site: Future Tense
Will and Going To are explained, with examples and exercises. Some guidance in Spanish.
Lingolex
Lingolex.com: Prepositions of Place: For Beginners
Effective illustrations of some commonly used prepositions that will aid students in learning grammar in both English and Spanish.
Other
Preterit/imperfect: Un Viaje Inolvidable
A concise grammar review of the differences between the preterite and imperfect tenses in Spanish. The grammar review is followed by an interactive practice activity.