Teaching La Vida Loca Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:35:12 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1893917 en-us © 2026 Teaching La Vida Loca yes adcc9047-5a73-5945-9bd6-5b6b751b7dbd Annabelle episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Annabelle https://storage.buzzsprout.com/jdo6m8a0eyrzn7l9nsi8k6s35qvo?.jpg Teaching La Vida Loca https://www.buzzsprout.com/1893917 Episode 107: Making Room for Words- Out of Bounds Word Wall Episode 107: Making Room for Words- Out of Bounds Word Wall Send me a message!

I didn't know I would have SO much to say in this episode but goodness we covered a LOT of gold! All of the links and people mentioned in this episode are linked below: 

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I didn't know I would have SO much to say in this episode but goodness we covered a LOT of gold! All of the links and people mentioned in this episode are linked below: 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19959364 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1871 1 107 full false Episode 106: From High-Frequency to High-Impact Episode 106: From High-Frequency to High-Impact Send me a message!

I've been so excited to share about what I've been doing with my 8th graders! I hope you enjoy this episode! 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

*I misnamed the Historic New Orleans Collection in the episode, not the exhibit itself but the non-profit. It is FANTASTIC and if you ever visit New Orleans I strongly encourage you check them out! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I've been so excited to share about what I've been doing with my 8th graders! I hope you enjoy this episode! 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

*I misnamed the Historic New Orleans Collection in the episode, not the exhibit itself but the non-profit. It is FANTASTIC and if you ever visit New Orleans I strongly encourage you check them out! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19916458 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1692 1 106 full false Episode 105: The Power of Praise Episode 105: The Power of Praise Send me a message!

I am SO excited to bring you this episode because PRAISE is such an INCREDIBLY important piece to cultivating a classroom culture where students USE the target language in my World Language Classroom!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode: 

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I am SO excited to bring you this episode because PRAISE is such an INCREDIBLY important piece to cultivating a classroom culture where students USE the target language in my World Language Classroom!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode: 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19870609 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1791 1 105 full false Episode 104: I was observed- Here's what she said! Episode 104: I was observed- Here's what she said! Send me a message!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode: 

Splat (I used to call it squirt! ha!)

Research- Effective Classroom Management at the beginning of the School Year

Classroom Jobs Course

Classroom Jobs Blog

Classroom Jobs Podcast - My FAVE Jobs

La Familia Loca PLC Waitlist

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Here are the links mentioned in this episode: 

Splat (I used to call it squirt! ha!)

Research- Effective Classroom Management at the beginning of the School Year

Classroom Jobs Course

Classroom Jobs Blog

Classroom Jobs Podcast - My FAVE Jobs

La Familia Loca PLC Waitlist

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19799813 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1656 1 104 full false Episode 103: It takes TWO to make Parent Night Chic Episode 103: It takes TWO to make Parent Night Chic Send me a message!

Shay and I had a BLAST recording this... can you tell!? Alsoooo yes, it did take TWO takes... le sigh... 

an extra tidbit from Shay! <3 and Dolly....

Here's a REALLY old blog you can read about Parent's Night too!

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Shay and I had a BLAST recording this... can you tell!? Alsoooo yes, it did take TWO takes... le sigh... 

an extra tidbit from Shay! <3 and Dolly....

Here's a REALLY old blog you can read about Parent's Night too!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19740103 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1926 1 103 full false Episode 102: Nervous Nelly to Decisive Denise- How She Reclaimed Her Time, Energy, and Boundaries Episode 102: Nervous Nelly to Decisive Denise- How She Reclaimed Her Time, Energy, and Boundaries Send me a message!

You are going to LOVE Denise's story. How many of these things resonate with you!? If you're ready to reclaim YOUR time, YOUR energy, and YOUR peace, we invite you to join us in La Familia Loca PLC! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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You are going to LOVE Denise's story. How many of these things resonate with you!? If you're ready to reclaim YOUR time, YOUR energy, and YOUR peace, we invite you to join us in La Familia Loca PLC! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19697896 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 1763 1 102 full false Episode 101: Finding your Footing- Navigating Transitions as an Educator Episode 101: Finding your Footing- Navigating Transitions as an Educator Send me a message!

First and foremost, YOU'VE GOT THIS! Remember who you are! :) Second, listen in! I've got some tips and tricks for you to navigate the transition you're facing, whether it is returning after a leave from the classroom, or you're starting at a brand new school! 

Don't forget to save your seat for my upcoming workshop: 5 Strategies for Building Community that Lasts! I look forward to seeing you there!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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First and foremost, YOU'VE GOT THIS! Remember who you are! :) Second, listen in! I've got some tips and tricks for you to navigate the transition you're facing, whether it is returning after a leave from the classroom, or you're starting at a brand new school! 

Don't forget to save your seat for my upcoming workshop: 5 Strategies for Building Community that Lasts! I look forward to seeing you there!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19656324 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1779 1 101 full false Episode 100: Answering Your Biggest Back-to-School & CI Questions Episode 100: Answering Your Biggest Back-to-School & CI Questions Send me a message!

100 EPISODES! WILD! YAYAYYY!!!! I decided to answer ALL the burning questions I've received the past week related to all things back to school and Comprehensible Input or Acquisition Driven Instruction! 

Join me for my FREE workshop  5 Simple Strategies for Building Classroom Community that lasts on August 20th at 6pm CST or August 23rd at 2pm CST! Click here to save your seat! 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Norming your class WITH your students - Resource and blog

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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100 EPISODES! WILD! YAYAYYY!!!! I decided to answer ALL the burning questions I've received the past week related to all things back to school and Comprehensible Input or Acquisition Driven Instruction! 

Join me for my FREE workshop  5 Simple Strategies for Building Classroom Community that lasts on August 20th at 6pm CST or August 23rd at 2pm CST! Click here to save your seat! 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Norming your class WITH your students - Resource and blog

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19628733 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1682 1 100 full false Episode 99: The Writing Game that STOLE the show at the LFL PLC Summer Conference! Episode 99: The Writing Game that STOLE the show at the LFL PLC Summer Conference! Send me a message!

This year's conference was AMAZING! I am so grateful for each and every Familia member who presented and shared their genius! I am ALSO grateful for every member who showed up, listened, learned, contributed, and grew with me and our community! If you want access to these recordings, jump on our waitlist! We would LOVE to support you this year!

Links mentioned: 

Blog for folx who love Clip Chat

Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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This year's conference was AMAZING! I am so grateful for each and every Familia member who presented and shared their genius! I am ALSO grateful for every member who showed up, listened, learned, contributed, and grew with me and our community! If you want access to these recordings, jump on our waitlist! We would LOVE to support you this year!

Links mentioned: 

Blog for folx who love Clip Chat

Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19595898 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 1344 1 99 full false Episode 98: Want More Joy in Class? Start With These 5 Student-Favorite Brain Breaks Episode 98: Want More Joy in Class? Start With These 5 Student-Favorite Brain Breaks Send me a message!

I am SO excited to share these Brain Breaks with you today! They were my students top 5 Brain Breaks from last year! I was inspired by Kate Walker's upcoming session for La Familia Loca PLC for our Summer Conference! If you're seeking more JOY for you and your students plus unparalleled support and coaching, get on our waitlist! I would LOVE to be your cheerleader this year!

Links mentioned in this episode: 

La Familia Loca PLC Fourth Annual Summer Conference

Zip Zap Zoom

Name Game

Episode 18- Best Brain Breaks for Back to School

Pass it on 

Doodle Dash resource

Doodle Dash Blog

Platos or Quick Feet

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am SO excited to share these Brain Breaks with you today! They were my students top 5 Brain Breaks from last year! I was inspired by Kate Walker's upcoming session for La Familia Loca PLC for our Summer Conference! If you're seeking more JOY for you and your students plus unparalleled support and coaching, get on our waitlist! I would LOVE to be your cheerleader this year!

Links mentioned in this episode: 

La Familia Loca PLC Fourth Annual Summer Conference

Zip Zap Zoom

Name Game

Episode 18- Best Brain Breaks for Back to School

Pass it on 

Doodle Dash resource

Doodle Dash Blog

Platos or Quick Feet

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19549372 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 1841 1 98 full false Episode 97: From Colombia to the Classroom - My three greatest takeaways Episode 97: From Colombia to the Classroom - My three greatest takeaways Send me a message!

¡Hola! Thanks for listening! I can't wait to share my three greatest takeaways from one week in Colombia with you! I'm sharing exactly how these takeaways apply to the classroom too! 

Links mentioned:

Blog: Unpacking Experiencia Colombia

Ode to Ben Tinsley Podcast episode

LFL 4th Annual Summer Conference

Taller Experiencia Colombia

Join La Familia Loca PLC

Letter to request funding

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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¡Hola! Thanks for listening! I can't wait to share my three greatest takeaways from one week in Colombia with you! I'm sharing exactly how these takeaways apply to the classroom too! 

Links mentioned:

Blog: Unpacking Experiencia Colombia

Ode to Ben Tinsley Podcast episode

LFL 4th Annual Summer Conference

Taller Experiencia Colombia

Join La Familia Loca PLC

Letter to request funding

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19516015 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 1556 1 97 full false Episode 96: ALL things SUMMER Episode 96: ALL things SUMMER Send me a message!

So happy you're here! In this episode I share summer learning opportunities as well as what I've been doing so far this June!! You'll hear what I'm reading, watching, and playing with my kids in Mommy Summer Camp!


Here are the links mentioned in the episode: 

Morning Routine Episode

Ode to Ben Tinsley Episode

Summer learning Opportunities:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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So happy you're here! In this episode I share summer learning opportunities as well as what I've been doing so far this June!! You'll hear what I'm reading, watching, and playing with my kids in Mommy Summer Camp!


Here are the links mentioned in the episode: 

Morning Routine Episode

Ode to Ben Tinsley Episode

Summer learning Opportunities:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-19392816 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 1801 1 96 full false Episode 95: Valentina's Greatest Aventura yet! Episode 95: Valentina's Greatest Aventura yet! Send me a message!

I feel so grateful for this woman and how dedicated she is to supporting educators! She pours her heart and soul in to Aventuras and I cannot WAIT for her to share it with you! Thanks for listening in!

Link to Valentina's recent Insta Post that we mentioned

Link to Valentina's HFW posters

Check out Aventuras in Learning! - this is my affiliate link I truly believe you'll love it!


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I feel so grateful for this woman and how dedicated she is to supporting educators! She pours her heart and soul in to Aventuras and I cannot WAIT for her to share it with you! Thanks for listening in!

Link to Valentina's recent Insta Post that we mentioned

Link to Valentina's HFW posters

Check out Aventuras in Learning! - this is my affiliate link I truly believe you'll love it!


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-18727811 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500 2071 1 95 full false Episode 94: I'm BACK! and so is Riana! - an interview about my return to the classroom Episode 94: I'm BACK! and so is Riana! - an interview about my return to the classroom Send me a message!

Podcast about deciding where and how to apply for jobs.

Job Search with JOY - workbook

Honoring the Unexpected Path- Blog about my year outside of the classroom with my darling baby

The original podcast with Riana about my choice to quit to spend a year at home with my baby

Reach out to work with Riana! Email her!- rhensel@spes.org 


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Podcast about deciding where and how to apply for jobs.

Job Search with JOY - workbook

Honoring the Unexpected Path- Blog about my year outside of the classroom with my darling baby

The original podcast with Riana about my choice to quit to spend a year at home with my baby

Reach out to work with Riana! Email her!- rhensel@spes.org 


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-18727791 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0500 2665 1 94 full false Episode 93: Seeing Every Student: Intentional Inclusion in the World Language Classroom with Emily Ibrahim Episode 93: Seeing Every Student: Intentional Inclusion in the World Language Classroom with Emily Ibrahim Send me a message!

I am so grateful for Emily joining me for this podcast! I hope you'll check out her sequel to the beloved "Edi el Elefante"! The links for both books is below!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Emily Ibrahim

Edi el Elefante

Edi el amigo - color

Edi el amigo - B&W

Hannah Sullivan

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am so grateful for Emily joining me for this podcast! I hope you'll check out her sequel to the beloved "Edi el Elefante"! The links for both books is below!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Emily Ibrahim

Edi el Elefante

Edi el amigo - color

Edi el amigo - B&W

Hannah Sullivan

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-18627830 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 3028 1 93 full true Episode 92: HYPE Squad with Carolyn Deas and Kelsey Leanza Episode 92: HYPE Squad with Carolyn Deas and Kelsey Leanza Send me a message!

Happy International week of Random Acts of KINDNESS! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to interview these incredible women about what they're doing at their school to cultivate a culture of kindness which in turn is creating a huge shift in the sense of community at their school! Wait til you hear all of these ideas! I hope you enjoy as much as I did! I REALLY loved chatting with them and I feel like even after 45 minutes they still had more ideas to share! 

Enjoy!



YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Happy International week of Random Acts of KINDNESS! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to interview these incredible women about what they're doing at their school to cultivate a culture of kindness which in turn is creating a huge shift in the sense of community at their school! Wait til you hear all of these ideas! I hope you enjoy as much as I did! I REALLY loved chatting with them and I feel like even after 45 minutes they still had more ideas to share! 

Enjoy!



YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-18654168 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0500 3083 1 92 full false Episode 91: Un sueño cumplido Episode 91: Un sueño cumplido Send me a message!

I hope you'll consider joining us! Click the links below to connect with Meg, Craig, y taller experiencia Colombia!

Links: 

Sign Up for Emails  

Facebook Experiencia Colombia

Instagram Experiencia Colombia

Our Website: Registration and Information

What´s Included and what´s NOT

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I hope you'll consider joining us! Click the links below to connect with Meg, Craig, y taller experiencia Colombia!

Links: 

Sign Up for Emails  

Facebook Experiencia Colombia

Instagram Experiencia Colombia

Our Website: Registration and Information

What´s Included and what´s NOT

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-18054072 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0400 1944 1 91 full false Episode 89: Your mindset, YOUR choice... it is up to you! Episode 89: Your mindset, YOUR choice... it is up to you! Send me a message!

What will YOU choose this school year?! 

Links mentioned:

Mindset Hacks PDF 

La Familia Loca PLC

Letter to request funding

Connect with Cäcilia Wyman

Conference in the Cloud BOOSTER DAY

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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What will YOU choose this school year?! 

Links mentioned:

Mindset Hacks PDF 

La Familia Loca PLC

Letter to request funding

Connect with Cäcilia Wyman

Conference in the Cloud BOOSTER DAY

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-17778622 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0400 1534 1 89 full false Episode 88: Shift what SUCKS- Make it work for YOU! Episode 88: Shift what SUCKS- Make it work for YOU! Send me a message!

I am learning to shift the things that feel routine, monotonous or down right sucky... This particular shift was AMAZING, energizing and OH so engaging! Thanks for joining me!

Links mentioned:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am learning to shift the things that feel routine, monotonous or down right sucky... This particular shift was AMAZING, energizing and OH so engaging! Thanks for joining me!

Links mentioned:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-17735239 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400 618 1 88 full false Episode 87: What I Focused On My First Week Back (and Why It Made All the Difference) Episode 87: What I Focused On My First Week Back (and Why It Made All the Difference) Send me a message!

I am bAAAAACCCKkkk!!!! New School. New kids. New Year. New Systems. New Names. SAME overwhelm times 1000000.  I want to share with you what I did (and didn't) do my first week back to school this year! Stay tuned to hear about a free workshop I'm offering to kick off the school year! 

Links and people mentioned in this episode:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am bAAAAACCCKkkk!!!! New School. New kids. New Year. New Systems. New Names. SAME overwhelm times 1000000.  I want to share with you what I did (and didn't) do my first week back to school this year! Stay tuned to hear about a free workshop I'm offering to kick off the school year! 

Links and people mentioned in this episode:

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-17684921 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1855 1 87 full false Episode 86: Whose Idea Was It Anyway?- A Conversation About Credit & Creativity Episode 86: Whose Idea Was It Anyway?- A Conversation About Credit & Creativity Send me a message!

Perhaps the most important podcast I've recorded to date, listen into this conversation I had with Profe Morgan Bennett, about the importance of ending Beg, Borrow, Steal culture, and instead shift to one of "Ask, Acknowledge, Appreciate". 

To connect with Morgan, follow her on Instagram at: @Profe_Bennett


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Perhaps the most important podcast I've recorded to date, listen into this conversation I had with Profe Morgan Bennett, about the importance of ending Beg, Borrow, Steal culture, and instead shift to one of "Ask, Acknowledge, Appreciate". 

To connect with Morgan, follow her on Instagram at: @Profe_Bennett


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-17527460 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 3334 1 86 full false Episode 85: You Deserve to Flourish: Let’s Talk Uprooting & Replanting Episode 85: You Deserve to Flourish: Let’s Talk Uprooting & Replanting Send me a message!

I'm baaack! Did you miss me!? In this episode I share about my personal journey as I search for a job for next year, as well as some real talk for you... I want you to really think about whether you're growing where you're planted or if it is time to be uprooted and replanted elsewhere where you can truly flourish... 

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast:

Job search with JOY Workbook (Resource of the month for La Familia Loca PLC)

Profe Bennett on Instagram

Episode 5 - Listen to your Gut

La Familia Loca PLC

Podcast Blog: When Staying Home Isn’t the Dream: Honoring the Unexpected Path

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I'm baaack! Did you miss me!? In this episode I share about my personal journey as I search for a job for next year, as well as some real talk for you... I want you to really think about whether you're growing where you're planted or if it is time to be uprooted and replanted elsewhere where you can truly flourish... 

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast:

Job search with JOY Workbook (Resource of the month for La Familia Loca PLC)

Profe Bennett on Instagram

Episode 5 - Listen to your Gut

La Familia Loca PLC

Podcast Blog: When Staying Home Isn’t the Dream: Honoring the Unexpected Path

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16990371 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2010 1 85 full true Episode 84: ACTFL Takeaways p3 Episode 84: ACTFL Takeaways p3 Send me a message!

I am so grateful for you! I am so grateful for this community! This is my third and final ACTFL reflection!

Links mentioned:
Who is it!? jueves - with La Maestra Loca
Winter Brain Break - Snowball, Polar Bear, Penguin!
La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am so grateful for you! I am so grateful for this community! This is my third and final ACTFL reflection!

Links mentioned:
Who is it!? jueves - with La Maestra Loca
Winter Brain Break - Snowball, Polar Bear, Penguin!
La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16301670 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500 846 1 84 full false Episode 83: ACTFL Takeaways p2 Episode 83: ACTFL Takeaways p2 Send me a message!

Welcome to part two of my three part reflection on ACTFL 2024 in Philly this year. This episode covers the takeaways from various sessions that I was able to attend while at ACTFL.

Links and people mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Uju Anya

Ben Tinsley

Dorie Perugini

Junko Yamamoto

Published paper: World Languages for Black Linguistic Reparations

Bertha Delgadillo

Maribel Gómez

Paul Asleson

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Welcome to part two of my three part reflection on ACTFL 2024 in Philly this year. This episode covers the takeaways from various sessions that I was able to attend while at ACTFL.

Links and people mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Uju Anya

Ben Tinsley

Dorie Perugini

Junko Yamamoto

Published paper: World Languages for Black Linguistic Reparations

Bertha Delgadillo

Maribel Gómez

Paul Asleson

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16268980 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1101 1 83 full false Episode 82: ACTFL Takeaways p1 Episode 82: ACTFL Takeaways p1 Send me a message!

I knew within the first ten minutes of ACTFL that I wouldn't be able to encapsulate all of my takeaways in one episode. So, here's the first of THREE episodes to share my greatest takeaways from this year's National Conference in Philly.

Links mentioned:
Who is it!? jueves - my new series... you're going to LOVE this!
Rocio Jacoby, go learn from her!
Episode 5 Listen to your Gut
Sheryl Lee Ralph's book Diva 2.0

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I knew within the first ten minutes of ACTFL that I wouldn't be able to encapsulate all of my takeaways in one episode. So, here's the first of THREE episodes to share my greatest takeaways from this year's National Conference in Philly.

Links mentioned:
Who is it!? jueves - my new series... you're going to LOVE this!
Rocio Jacoby, go learn from her!
Episode 5 Listen to your Gut
Sheryl Lee Ralph's book Diva 2.0

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16233158 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1309 1 82 full false Episode 81: Making the Most of ACTFL (Even If You Can’t Go!) Episode 81: Making the Most of ACTFL (Even If You Can’t Go!) Send me a message!

In this episode I share suggestions for making the most of ACTFL 24 in Philly, even for those teachers who can't attend this year!

Links mentioned:
Conferencing Intentionally pages
CCLT SIG Sessions
La Familia Loca PLC will meet up on FriYAY- check the FB group for info


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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In this episode I share suggestions for making the most of ACTFL 24 in Philly, even for those teachers who can't attend this year!

Links mentioned:
Conferencing Intentionally pages
CCLT SIG Sessions
La Familia Loca PLC will meet up on FriYAY- check the FB group for info


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16134567 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 728 1 81 full false Episode 80: Rage to Resilience- Choosing Love in Uncertain Times Episode 80: Rage to Resilience- Choosing Love in Uncertain Times Send me a message!

In this raw and unscripted episode, I’m sharing my thoughts and emotions in the wake of last week’s election results. This isn't just about politics; it’s about my deep fears for my students, friends, and all those in marginalized communities who are now facing an uncertain future. I share the emotions I had and what I'm doing about them now... Thanks for listening and allowing me to support you...

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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In this raw and unscripted episode, I’m sharing my thoughts and emotions in the wake of last week’s election results. This isn't just about politics; it’s about my deep fears for my students, friends, and all those in marginalized communities who are now facing an uncertain future. I share the emotions I had and what I'm doing about them now... Thanks for listening and allowing me to support you...

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16093756 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 750 1 80 full false Episode 79- Ideas for Día de Muertos! Episode 79- Ideas for Día de Muertos! Send me a message!

A quick episode for you to give you some ideas and inspiration for teaching about Día de Muertos this year!

Links mentioned:
Día de Muertos Chat Mat Resource
Cartoon for Clip Chat
Dante's Lunch for Clip Chat
Podcast on Teaching about GLOBAL cultures
La Familia Loca PLC
Spanish Mama
Halloween Glyph Activity

YAY! Happy Teaching! y feliz día de muertos!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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A quick episode for you to give you some ideas and inspiration for teaching about Día de Muertos this year!

Links mentioned:
Día de Muertos Chat Mat Resource
Cartoon for Clip Chat
Dante's Lunch for Clip Chat
Podcast on Teaching about GLOBAL cultures
La Familia Loca PLC
Spanish Mama
Halloween Glyph Activity

YAY! Happy Teaching! y feliz día de muertos!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-16020222 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 529 1 79 full false Episode 78: Don't fear the BOT!- AI hacks for teachers! Episode 78: Don't fear the BOT!- AI hacks for teachers! Send me a message!

This episode is PERFECT for someone who wants to dip their toes into using AI as an assistant in their classroom! And for those super experienced, I bet you'll pick up a new trick or two! Don't forget to share this with someone and post in your stories when you're listening and tag me!

Links and people mentioned:
Chat GPT
Goblin Tools
Which Face is Real
Heidi Trude
Gemini AI

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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This episode is PERFECT for someone who wants to dip their toes into using AI as an assistant in their classroom! And for those super experienced, I bet you'll pick up a new trick or two! Don't forget to share this with someone and post in your stories when you're listening and tag me!

Links and people mentioned:
Chat GPT
Goblin Tools
Which Face is Real
Heidi Trude
Gemini AI

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15977399 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1400 full false Episode 77: Fast and Actionable- 5 Easy Wins from CI Midwest Episode 77: Fast and Actionable- 5 Easy Wins from CI Midwest Send me a message!

Gosh! What an AMAZING weekend! I feel so grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn along side all of the amazing educators who attended CI Midwest!

Here are the people and or links mentioned in this episode:
Meg Fandel Vernon
Sarah Rasay
Will Adams
Lisa Kropp
Country Class Names
Class Points for Management and Praise
Adriana Ramirez
Rocio Jacoby
Morgan Bennett
Adult Spanish classes with ME!
Sponge video 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Gosh! What an AMAZING weekend! I feel so grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn along side all of the amazing educators who attended CI Midwest!

Here are the people and or links mentioned in this episode:
Meg Fandel Vernon
Sarah Rasay
Will Adams
Lisa Kropp
Country Class Names
Class Points for Management and Praise
Adriana Ramirez
Rocio Jacoby
Morgan Bennett
Adult Spanish classes with ME!
Sponge video 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15932886 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1579 1 77 full false Episode 76: Legends Episode 76: Legends Send me a message!

Group Coaching
1:1 Coaching
Adult Spanish
Cucuy Resource

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Group Coaching
1:1 Coaching
Adult Spanish
Cucuy Resource

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15857114 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 950 1 76 full false Episode 75: Jump for JOY!- 5 ways to inject JOY into your day! Episode 75: Jump for JOY!- 5 ways to inject JOY into your day! Send me a message!

YAY! Whether you're at the start of the school year or well into it, these five strategies are EASY PEASY ways to inject more JOY into your day and none of them take long at all! See the links below for various things shared throughout the episode! I can't wait to hear what you try! Email me and let me know!

Links mentioned:
Join my email list silly goose!
Blog on Positive Phone calls home
Podcast on Positive Phone Calls home
10 Day Brain Break Challenge
Don't Flinch Brain Break
Danny Go!
Quick Feet Brain Break
Carry Toth
Después de Dismissal Dance Party
CI Midwest in Wisconsin
Music to my Ears Course with Bertha Delgadillo 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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YAY! Whether you're at the start of the school year or well into it, these five strategies are EASY PEASY ways to inject more JOY into your day and none of them take long at all! See the links below for various things shared throughout the episode! I can't wait to hear what you try! Email me and let me know!

Links mentioned:
Join my email list silly goose!
Blog on Positive Phone calls home
Podcast on Positive Phone Calls home
10 Day Brain Break Challenge
Don't Flinch Brain Break
Danny Go!
Quick Feet Brain Break
Carry Toth
Después de Dismissal Dance Party
CI Midwest in Wisconsin
Music to my Ears Course with Bertha Delgadillo 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15815112 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1286 1 75 full false Episode 74: Look at you being so cutesy! Very Demure! Very Mindful! Episode 74: Look at you being so cutesy! Very Demure! Very Mindful! Send me a message!

So grateful for Jools Lebron and her  "demure and mindful" trend because if we approach teaching this way, the impact is HUGE for both students AND us! Let's dig in! Here are six different ways you can be more demure and mindful in your teaching practice!

Links mentioned:
Breathing Brain Breaks
Guided Breathing Freebie
Bubble Video
Guided Breathing resource on TPT
Teaching circumlocution Podcast
Teaching circumlocution Blog
Boundaries Checklist freebie
Megan Hayes Brain Breaths


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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So grateful for Jools Lebron and her  "demure and mindful" trend because if we approach teaching this way, the impact is HUGE for both students AND us! Let's dig in! Here are six different ways you can be more demure and mindful in your teaching practice!

Links mentioned:
Breathing Brain Breaks
Guided Breathing Freebie
Bubble Video
Guided Breathing resource on TPT
Teaching circumlocution Podcast
Teaching circumlocution Blog
Boundaries Checklist freebie
Megan Hayes Brain Breaths


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15657314 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1189 74 full false Episode 73: BOLD BEGINNINGS: My next chapter! Episode 73: BOLD BEGINNINGS: My next chapter! Send me a message!

THIS WAS SO FUN! Riana interviewed me for this episode and I had NO idea what questions she was going to ask me! Excited to share my big news with YOU and continue supporting you this year!

La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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THIS WAS SO FUN! Riana interviewed me for this episode and I had NO idea what questions she was going to ask me! Excited to share my big news with YOU and continue supporting you this year!

La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15580359 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0400 2200 73 full false S2:E13 - Stop overthinking it! Only ONE thing matters... S2:E13 - Stop overthinking it! Only ONE thing matters... Send me a message!

YAYY! You're here! I am so glad! In this episode I'll give you 4 criteria to consider as you think about your first 6 weeks back to school! This is a juicy preview of the workshop I'm offering this weekend "Cultivating Connections: 5 Strategies for Building and Sustaining a Thriving Classroom Community " I hope you can join me! Click here to save your seat!

Links:
Dr. Sims Bishop
Cultivating Connections Workshop

Let's Connect!

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Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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YAYY! You're here! I am so glad! In this episode I'll give you 4 criteria to consider as you think about your first 6 weeks back to school! This is a juicy preview of the workshop I'm offering this weekend "Cultivating Connections: 5 Strategies for Building and Sustaining a Thriving Classroom Community " I hope you can join me! Click here to save your seat!

Links:
Dr. Sims Bishop
Cultivating Connections Workshop

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15552653 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 819 2 13 full false S2: E12- The Power of Pause: Teachers, it's time to rest S2: E12- The Power of Pause: Teachers, it's time to rest Send me a message!

Summer is here! Stop worrying about prepping for the next school year! This episode is to remind you to enjoy the summer break that you waited for during the school year. Rest, and don't forget to download the free "Sunshine and Serenity" teacher's summer companion resource guide.

Links

How To Be Intentional During Conference Season Blog Post
“Conferencing Intentionally” worksheets
Sunshine and Serenity PDF
Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Summer is here! Stop worrying about prepping for the next school year! This episode is to remind you to enjoy the summer break that you waited for during the school year. Rest, and don't forget to download the free "Sunshine and Serenity" teacher's summer companion resource guide.

Links

How To Be Intentional During Conference Season Blog Post
“Conferencing Intentionally” worksheets
Sunshine and Serenity PDF
Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15394779 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1067 2 12 full false S2: E11- Embracing Our Minds and Our ADHD Superpowers! S2: E11- Embracing Our Minds and Our ADHD Superpowers! Send me a message!

I am so grateful for this woman and this important conversation! Bertha Delgadillo joins me for this episode and together we share our journeys with our late in life diagnosis of ADHD and how we’re working to understand our Brains and unleash our superpowers! We hope to see you at our session at ACTFL this year in Philadelphia!

The following are the various links mentioned in this episode!

Get on Bertha’s email list!
XOXO, Your Tough Love Coach Podcast
I have ADHD Podcast
Dr. Hallowell
ADHD 2.0
Futureadhd.com
ACTFL 2024

Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store



YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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I am so grateful for this woman and this important conversation! Bertha Delgadillo joins me for this episode and together we share our journeys with our late in life diagnosis of ADHD and how we’re working to understand our Brains and unleash our superpowers! We hope to see you at our session at ACTFL this year in Philadelphia!

The following are the various links mentioned in this episode!

Get on Bertha’s email list!
XOXO, Your Tough Love Coach Podcast
I have ADHD Podcast
Dr. Hallowell
ADHD 2.0
Futureadhd.com
ACTFL 2024

Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store



YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15014558 Tue, 21 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2328 2 11 full false S2: E10- Brief Moving Meditations with Kristen Wolf S2: E10- Brief Moving Meditations with Kristen Wolf Send me a message!

What a JOY it was to interview Kristen about her Brief Moving Meditations! I hope you LOVE this episode and you enjoy incorporating some of these ideas into your classroom with your students!

Here are the various links mentioned in this episode:
My Guided Breathing Brain Break Resource
Kristen's Qi Gong Teacher on YouTube
The Gorilla/ Immune Boost breath
Kristen's template for the Humming bee breath to use with students!

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What a JOY it was to interview Kristen about her Brief Moving Meditations! I hope you LOVE this episode and you enjoy incorporating some of these ideas into your classroom with your students!

Here are the various links mentioned in this episode:
My Guided Breathing Brain Break Resource
Kristen's Qi Gong Teacher on YouTube
The Gorilla/ Immune Boost breath
Kristen's template for the Humming bee breath to use with students!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15014238 Tue, 14 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2078 2 10 full false S2: E9- 5 Novel Brain Breaks for YOU and your students! S2: E9- 5 Novel Brain Breaks for YOU and your students! Send me a message!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to YOU! Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! Here's 5 novel Brain Breaks for you to try out this week with your students! I hope they bring ALL of you LOTS of JOY!

These are the various links mentioned in this episode:
35 Brain Break Blogs on my website
Episode 3- Student Buy In
Country Class Names for Community Building
Shape Up Inspiration from Iamjoshuawoodard
Example ASMR video
Recent reviews of the podcast! Add yours!

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to YOU! Thank you so much for listening and supporting my podcast! Here's 5 novel Brain Breaks for you to try out this week with your students! I hope they bring ALL of you LOTS of JOY!

These are the various links mentioned in this episode:
35 Brain Break Blogs on my website
Episode 3- Student Buy In
Country Class Names for Community Building
Shape Up Inspiration from Iamjoshuawoodard
Example ASMR video
Recent reviews of the podcast! Add yours!

Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-15014194 Tue, 07 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1216 2 9 full false S2:E8 - Spread JOY and Teach Gratitude! S2:E8 - Spread JOY and Teach Gratitude! Send me a message!

There's nothing like the feeling of spreading JOY and teaching gratitude! I can't wait to hear how these ideas bring YOU, your students, and the teachers in your building some joy this week, next week, and for years to come! Love, Annabelle

Blog for Student Driven Word Clouds
Instagram video of word clouds
YouTube video how to of Word Art.com
Recent reviews of the podcast! Add yours!
Face-off Brain Break Blog and YouTube video to see it in action!
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There's nothing like the feeling of spreading JOY and teaching gratitude! I can't wait to hear how these ideas bring YOU, your students, and the teachers in your building some joy this week, next week, and for years to come! Love, Annabelle

Blog for Student Driven Word Clouds
Instagram video of word clouds
YouTube video how to of Word Art.com
Recent reviews of the podcast! Add yours!
Face-off Brain Break Blog and YouTube video to see it in action!
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14968382 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400 1320 2 8 full false S2: E7 - NO prep strategies! YAY! S2: E7 - NO prep strategies! YAY! Send me a message!

Get ready, in this episode, I'm giving you three, no-prep strategies to use in your classes for when you come into school and literally, barely have the energy to teach. No prep, like zero prep! Get excited, and listen now!

Links & Resources

The Comprehensible Classroom
Collaborative Free-Writes
S2 Episode 6: The POWER of Dopamine! with Jess Psaros
S1 Episode 4: 3 Low to NO prep Games for the World Language Classroom!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Get ready, in this episode, I'm giving you three, no-prep strategies to use in your classes for when you come into school and literally, barely have the energy to teach. No prep, like zero prep! Get excited, and listen now!

Links & Resources

The Comprehensible Classroom
Collaborative Free-Writes
S2 Episode 6: The POWER of Dopamine! with Jess Psaros
S1 Episode 4: 3 Low to NO prep Games for the World Language Classroom!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14870358 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400 1332 2 7 full false S2: E6- The POWER of Dopamine! with Jess Psaros S2: E6- The POWER of Dopamine! with Jess Psaros Send me a message!

A very special guest is joining me to talk about the importance of dopamine in our world language classes. You don't want to miss this conversation with Jess Psaros!

Links

TPR: My Gestures Blog
Jess' Document on Educational Implications for the Middle School Classroom based on Adolescent Brain Development

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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A very special guest is joining me to talk about the importance of dopamine in our world language classes. You don't want to miss this conversation with Jess Psaros!

Links

TPR: My Gestures Blog
Jess' Document on Educational Implications for the Middle School Classroom based on Adolescent Brain Development

Be the first to know when La Familia Loca PLC opens its doors again! Join the waitlist!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14739190 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 3241 full false S2: E5- How comprehensible ARE you!? S2: E5- How comprehensible ARE you!? Send me a message!

For real though!? Do you know!? Do you ask them!? Try the strategies I outline in THIS episode to find out how comprehensible you're really being for your students!

Links mentioned in the episode:
Sponge analogy on YouTube
Conference in the Cloud 2024

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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For real though!? Do you know!? Do you ask them!? Try the strategies I outline in THIS episode to find out how comprehensible you're really being for your students!

Links mentioned in the episode:
Sponge analogy on YouTube
Conference in the Cloud 2024

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14673645 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0400 1145 2 5 full false S2: E4- 50 Years from now... S2: E4- 50 Years from now... Send me a message!

You're amazing... Don't forget it... There's a tiny homework assignment in this episode that will take 30 seconds but have a BIG impact!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode:
John Bracey
Work won't love you back - Sarah Jaffe
Blog on End of the Year Survey

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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You're amazing... Don't forget it... There's a tiny homework assignment in this episode that will take 30 seconds but have a BIG impact!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode:
John Bracey
Work won't love you back - Sarah Jaffe
Blog on End of the Year Survey

Be the first to know when La Familia Loca PLC opens its doors again! Join the waitlist!

Let's connect!

My Blog
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14598517 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 22:00:00 -0500 834 2 4 full false S2: E3- Finding Joy in the Journey: A Tale of Transformation S2: E3- Finding Joy in the Journey: A Tale of Transformation Send me a message!

  • Lack of Support
  • Lack of Engagement
  • Lack of resources
  • Lack of inspiration
  • Lack of community

You're not alone! Listen to Silvy's journey to JOY and transformative year within La Familia Loca PLC! The doors are open until Friday the 17th at 8pm CDT and I would love to be your support, cheerleader, and part of your community the rest of this school year!

Click HERE to learn more and become our newest member! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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  • Lack of Support
  • Lack of Engagement
  • Lack of resources
  • Lack of inspiration
  • Lack of community

You're not alone! Listen to Silvy's journey to JOY and transformative year within La Familia Loca PLC! The doors are open until Friday the 17th at 8pm CDT and I would love to be your support, cheerleader, and part of your community the rest of this school year!

Click HERE to learn more and become our newest member! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14479039 Sat, 10 Feb 2024 22:00:00 -0500 2028 2 3 full false S2: E2- Chairs and Cheers: Engage and Excel with these Teacher Tips! S2: E2- Chairs and Cheers: Engage and Excel with these Teacher Tips! Send me a message!

That was SUCH a fun episode to record! I hope it gives you lots of ideas for tracking all the amazing things happening in your classroom every day! Below are the many links and references I talk about throughout this juicy episode:

Tuesday Tip 39 - Seating Chart (a visual for you)
Interpersonal and Interpretive Communication Rubric Blog!
Mary P Overton Blog
Positive Phone Calls home blog (read it!)
Positive Phone calls home podcast (OMG SO GOOD!)
10 Day Brain Break Challenge! (YAY!)


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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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That was SUCH a fun episode to record! I hope it gives you lots of ideas for tracking all the amazing things happening in your classroom every day! Below are the many links and references I talk about throughout this juicy episode:

Tuesday Tip 39 - Seating Chart (a visual for you)
Interpersonal and Interpretive Communication Rubric Blog!
Mary P Overton Blog
Positive Phone Calls home blog (read it!)
Positive Phone calls home podcast (OMG SO GOOD!)
10 Day Brain Break Challenge! (YAY!)


Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14418761 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500 1223 2 2 full false S2:E1- Teaching Unmasked: Navigating Authenticity and Impostor Syndrome S2:E1- Teaching Unmasked: Navigating Authenticity and Impostor Syndrome Send me a message!

Unplugged, unscripted, authentically tackling imposter syndrome and challenging YOU to  teach as your AUTHENTIC, RAW, GENIUS, MAGICAL self! Thank you for being here and tuning in to Episode 1 of Season 2 of Teaching La Vida Loca the Podcast!

Here are the people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
CI DownUnder
Bu Cathy
Bu Anne
Adriana Ramírez and Margarita Peréz García's Podcast
Stations Blog
Stations Podcast
Station Expectations Freebie Resource
Class Jobs Course with John Sifert
La Familia Loca PLC - Join the Waitlist!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Unplugged, unscripted, authentically tackling imposter syndrome and challenging YOU to  teach as your AUTHENTIC, RAW, GENIUS, MAGICAL self! Thank you for being here and tuning in to Episode 1 of Season 2 of Teaching La Vida Loca the Podcast!

Here are the people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
CI DownUnder
Bu Cathy
Bu Anne
Adriana Ramírez and Margarita Peréz García's Podcast
Stations Blog
Stations Podcast
Station Expectations Freebie Resource
Class Jobs Course with John Sifert
La Familia Loca PLC - Join the Waitlist!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14374169 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500 1544 2 1 full false Episode 59: Classroom to Calm: Rethinking Teacher Recharge Episode 59: Classroom to Calm: Rethinking Teacher Recharge Send me a message!

Welcome to the final episode of season 1 of Teaching La Vida Loca! In this episode, I want you to reframe and rethink the way you talk about your "rest" this break and in future breaks from school! I am so grateful for you, and I cannot WAIT to venture into a new year and brand new season of Teaching La Vida Loca with YOU!

Here's the original post I saw on Instagram by ArtbyLittleBug
Here's the post with my big announcement!
Here's the link to register for my workshop on Story asking- Reimagined on the 7th of January!

Let's connect!

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La Familia Loca PLC- Get on the waitlist for the next time the doors open!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Welcome to the final episode of season 1 of Teaching La Vida Loca! In this episode, I want you to reframe and rethink the way you talk about your "rest" this break and in future breaks from school! I am so grateful for you, and I cannot WAIT to venture into a new year and brand new season of Teaching La Vida Loca with YOU!

Here's the original post I saw on Instagram by ArtbyLittleBug
Here's the post with my big announcement!
Here's the link to register for my workshop on Story asking- Reimagined on the 7th of January!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
La Familia Loca PLC- Get on the waitlist for the next time the doors open!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14223198 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 650 1 59 full false Episode 58: Low-Prep Reading Strategies! YAY! Episode 58: Low-Prep Reading Strategies! YAY! Send me a message!

I am SO glad to be back to podcasting and I hope you're excited for some HIGHLY engaging and impactful reading strategies that are LOW prep for you!

Don't forget to leave me a review (yay thank you!!) on Apple Podcasts here.

And, don't miss the opportunity to join me for my workshop on Story-asking Reimagined in January to make the story-asking process more engaging and equitable! You'll LOVE it! Register here.

Here are the people and links mentioned in this episode:

Laurie Clarq
Michele Whaley
Lauren Tauchman
Carol Gaab
Claudia Elliott
Adriana Ramírez
AC Quintero
Giant Fairy Wizard Brain Break
Carrie Toth Freeze Frame
La Familia Loca PLC- Get on the waitlist for the next time the doors open!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am SO glad to be back to podcasting and I hope you're excited for some HIGHLY engaging and impactful reading strategies that are LOW prep for you!

Don't forget to leave me a review (yay thank you!!) on Apple Podcasts here.

And, don't miss the opportunity to join me for my workshop on Story-asking Reimagined in January to make the story-asking process more engaging and equitable! You'll LOVE it! Register here.

Here are the people and links mentioned in this episode:

Laurie Clarq
Michele Whaley
Lauren Tauchman
Carol Gaab
Claudia Elliott
Adriana Ramírez
AC Quintero
Giant Fairy Wizard Brain Break
Carrie Toth Freeze Frame
La Familia Loca PLC- Get on the waitlist for the next time the doors open!

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-14177856 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1472 1 58 full false Episode 57- Stop, breathe, and ask yourself this question! Episode 57- Stop, breathe, and ask yourself this question! Send me a message!

Phew... I double dog dare you to try this the next time you feel like pulling your hairs out in front of a class... the next time your find yourself ready to explode because they're LITERALLY not doing ANYTHING like you wanted them to... Pause, breathe, and ask yourself this question!

YAY!

Here's the Brain Break mentioned in this podcast!- the blog
Here's a video of it in action! - listen to how quiet they sound!
Here's where you can learn about the Empowered Mastermind two day workshop that Claudia and I are hosting in Raleigh, NC! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Phew... I double dog dare you to try this the next time you feel like pulling your hairs out in front of a class... the next time your find yourself ready to explode because they're LITERALLY not doing ANYTHING like you wanted them to... Pause, breathe, and ask yourself this question!

YAY!

Here's the Brain Break mentioned in this podcast!- the blog
Here's a video of it in action! - listen to how quiet they sound!
Here's where you can learn about the Empowered Mastermind two day workshop that Claudia and I are hosting in Raleigh, NC! 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13704502 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 22:00:00 -0400 965 1 57 full false Episode 56: Agentic Engagement! Episode 56: Agentic Engagement! Send me a message!

HUGE shout out to Dr. Liam Printer for joining La Familia Loca PLC this weekend and sharing his incredible research and knowledge in such REAL ways! To listen to his podcast click here or visit his website to read about the many ways you can learn from him!

The various forms of engagement he shared he noted he learned a lot from John Marshall Rieve.

Episode 54: Being intentional about your feedback

To register for the workshop that Express Fluency is hosting for FREE on October 3rd click here.

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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HUGE shout out to Dr. Liam Printer for joining La Familia Loca PLC this weekend and sharing his incredible research and knowledge in such REAL ways! To listen to his podcast click here or visit his website to read about the many ways you can learn from him!

The various forms of engagement he shared he noted he learned a lot from John Marshall Rieve.

Episode 54: Being intentional about your feedback

To register for the workshop that Express Fluency is hosting for FREE on October 3rd click here.

Let's connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13668260 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -0400 880 1 56 full false Episode 55: SEL in the WL Classroom with Andrea Eiter Episode 55: SEL in the WL Classroom with Andrea Eiter Send me a message!

What a treat to have my dear friend Andrea join me for this podcast episode! There are TONS of actionable takeaways for you in this episode, and I cannot wait to hear how they have an impact on you and your students!

Make sure to follow Andrea on Instagram to continue to learn and grow with her!

Here are the links and people mentioned in this episode:
Lauren Tauchmen
CI Midwest
Lauren Watkins
Bryce Hedstrom
Rise and Shine Collective (don't forget, not only will Andrea be participating, but she is a special guest presenter for the VIP members of the Rise and Shine Collective!)

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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What a treat to have my dear friend Andrea join me for this podcast episode! There are TONS of actionable takeaways for you in this episode, and I cannot wait to hear how they have an impact on you and your students!

Make sure to follow Andrea on Instagram to continue to learn and grow with her!

Here are the links and people mentioned in this episode:
Lauren Tauchmen
CI Midwest
Lauren Watkins
Bryce Hedstrom
Rise and Shine Collective (don't forget, not only will Andrea be participating, but she is a special guest presenter for the VIP members of the Rise and Shine Collective!)

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13567193 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400 2021 1 55 full false Episode 54: Be Intentional about your Feedback! Episode 54: Be Intentional about your Feedback! Send me a message!

I challenge you to be more intentional about the way you're praising your students this week, and then observe how it directly impacts their motivation and effort in your class!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode:

Back to school student survey on TPT
Classroom Jobs in the World Language Classroom Blog
Classroom Jobs Course
Positive phone calls home blog
Positive phone calls home podcast
The Rise and Shine Collective for building a consistent morning routine!
Want to know more about La Familia Loca PLC!? Check it out here!

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I challenge you to be more intentional about the way you're praising your students this week, and then observe how it directly impacts their motivation and effort in your class!

Here are the links mentioned in this episode:

Back to school student survey on TPT
Classroom Jobs in the World Language Classroom Blog
Classroom Jobs Course
Positive phone calls home blog
Positive phone calls home podcast
The Rise and Shine Collective for building a consistent morning routine!
Want to know more about La Familia Loca PLC!? Check it out here!

Have a minute?
Write a review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13567082 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1050 1 54 full false Episode 53: Morning Momentum: Start Strong, Finish Stronger! Episode 53: Morning Momentum: Start Strong, Finish Stronger! Send me a message!

Wahoooo! Yay for new beginnings!

I am SO excited to share this with you! It has been several months in the making!

Click here to join the Rise and Shine Collective
Click here for Episode 18 on Back to School Brain Breaks
Click here to learn about Statues
Click here for Quick Feet

Sending you LOADS of love for the week ahead!  I hope to see you inside the collective!

Love,
Annabelle

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Wahoooo! Yay for new beginnings!

I am SO excited to share this with you! It has been several months in the making!

Click here to join the Rise and Shine Collective
Click here for Episode 18 on Back to School Brain Breaks
Click here to learn about Statues
Click here for Quick Feet

Sending you LOADS of love for the week ahead!  I hope to see you inside the collective!

Love,
Annabelle

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13502284 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0400 1749 1 53 full false Episode 52: Patience, Dear Teacher Episode 52: Patience, Dear Teacher Send me a message!

In this episode, I share some reflections on challenges I've had being patient at the beginning of the year! I also share about the power of class jobs!

Silent hand signals
Blog on Class jobs
Podcast on my fave Class jobs
Course on Class jobs

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In this episode, I share some reflections on challenges I've had being patient at the beginning of the year! I also share about the power of class jobs!

Silent hand signals
Blog on Class jobs
Podcast on my fave Class jobs
Course on Class jobs

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My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My TikTok

My Website

La Familia Loca PLC- Join the Waitlist!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13460043 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400 863 1 52 full false Episode 51: Just add JOY! Episode 51: Just add JOY! Send me a message!

The most magical episode... whew... I was not prepared for the love that these members were ready to share! I am so grateful for each of them and every single member within La Familia Loca PLC!

If you're looking for support, inspiration, motivation, and COMMUNITY like this, I would LOVE to have you!

Join our community here: https://lamaestraloca.mykajabi.com/LaFamiliaLocaPLC

Can't wait to see you!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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The most magical episode... whew... I was not prepared for the love that these members were ready to share! I am so grateful for each of them and every single member within La Familia Loca PLC!

If you're looking for support, inspiration, motivation, and COMMUNITY like this, I would LOVE to have you!

Join our community here: https://lamaestraloca.mykajabi.com/LaFamiliaLocaPLC

Can't wait to see you!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13407112 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0400 3049 1 51 full false Episode 50: Elevate Your Classroom!: 5 Powerful Moves for a Strong Start Episode 50: Elevate Your Classroom!: 5 Powerful Moves for a Strong Start Send me a message!

YAY! 50 EPISODES!!!

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YAY! 50 EPISODES!!!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13374229 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1420 1 50 full false Episode 49: School starts tomorrow and I'm not ready.... Episode 49: School starts tomorrow and I'm not ready.... Send me a message!

I hope these words help remind you that nobody ever feels truly ready, and that YOU are enough for your students this year!

Click here to register for my free Back To School Workshop to Empower and Energize you for the upcoming year!

YAY! Let's tackle this start of the year together!


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I hope these words help remind you that nobody ever feels truly ready, and that YOU are enough for your students this year!

Click here to register for my free Back To School Workshop to Empower and Energize you for the upcoming year!

YAY! Let's tackle this start of the year together!


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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13341491 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0400 785 1 49 full false Episode 48: There's NOBODY quite like YOU! Episode 48: There's NOBODY quite like YOU! Send me a message!

Just a little reminder to STOP comparing yourselves to others... because there's NOBODY quite like YOU!

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Just a little reminder to STOP comparing yourselves to others... because there's NOBODY quite like YOU!

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Click here to join us at Conference in the Cloud!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13252803 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400 700 1 48 full false Episode 47: 5 Things you might need to hear! Episode 47: 5 Things you might need to hear! Send me a message!

Hey there my summer loving teacher!

I really enjoyed recording today's episode for you, and I hope that it resonates! If it does, make sure to send to another educator who needs to hear it!

Here are the links/people mentioned in this episode:

Lisa MCH's "Tame your Inbox" Course!
The #SunSationalSummerChallenge2023
Mr. Lyon on Instagram
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Click here to join my email list!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Hey there my summer loving teacher!

I really enjoyed recording today's episode for you, and I hope that it resonates! If it does, make sure to send to another educator who needs to hear it!

Here are the links/people mentioned in this episode:

Lisa MCH's "Tame your Inbox" Course!
The #SunSationalSummerChallenge2023
Mr. Lyon on Instagram
La Familia Loca PLC- Join the Waitlist!

Click here to join my email list!

Connect with me!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My TikTok

My Website

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13185689 Sat, 08 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1360 1 47 full false Episode 46: The SUNSATIONAL SUMMER Challenge! Episode 46: The SUNSATIONAL SUMMER Challenge! Send me a message!

I cannot WAIT for this year's FOURTH annual #SunSationalSummerChallenge

Don't forget I'll be sharing details to my email list 5 days early but to the world of social media on the first of July! Don't miss out on some MANDATORY Summer Rest, JOY, and FUN!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I cannot WAIT for this year's FOURTH annual #SunSationalSummerChallenge

Don't forget I'll be sharing details to my email list 5 days early but to the world of social media on the first of July! Don't miss out on some MANDATORY Summer Rest, JOY, and FUN!

Click here to join my email list!

Connect with me!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My TikTok

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13015330 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400 703 1 46 full false Episode 45: The MOST magical thing... Episode 45: The MOST magical thing... Send me a message!

FULL of gratitude. FULL of it.

Click here to join the waitlist and learn more!

Email me with your questions!: annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

YAY!

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FULL of gratitude. FULL of it.

Click here to join the waitlist and learn more!

Email me with your questions!: annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

YAY!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-13015296 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 995 1 45 full false Episode 44: Let's hang out this summer! (Summer PD options!) Episode 44: Let's hang out this summer! (Summer PD options!) Send me a message!

HOORAY for getting to meet some of you this summer IN PERSON or connect virtually!!!

CI Summit
Conference in the Cloud
La Familia Loca PLC (email me if you want in today!) - annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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HOORAY for getting to meet some of you this summer IN PERSON or connect virtually!!!

CI Summit
Conference in the Cloud
La Familia Loca PLC (email me if you want in today!) - annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

Connect with me!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My TikTok

My Website


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12989469 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1192 1 44 full false Episode 43: A different approach to: STUDENT FEEDBACK Episode 43: A different approach to: STUDENT FEEDBACK Send me a message!

I've always approached student feedback a little differently! I am excited to share WHY and HOW with you in this episode!

Click here to download my free end of year student survey!
Click here to read a really old blog about WHY I do this!
Click here for the first of my episodes on building a culture of risk taking!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I've always approached student feedback a little differently! I am excited to share WHY and HOW with you in this episode!

Click here to download my free end of year student survey!
Click here to read a really old blog about WHY I do this!
Click here for the first of my episodes on building a culture of risk taking!

Connect with me!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12909841 Wed, 24 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1055 1 43 full false Episode 42: 10 ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week Episode 42: 10 ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week Send me a message!

You are incredible, and I SO appreciate the work you do (seen and unseen) every day, week after week with your students!

In this episode, I share 10 ways you can share gratitude for and appreciate the teachers in your building this year! Which is your favorite idea!? Go share on my Instagram post! I can't wait to hear what you try and how it spreads JOY to your colleagues, students and YOU!

Bitmoji Blog

Fun idea for Teacher Appreciation Week Blog

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You are incredible, and I SO appreciate the work you do (seen and unseen) every day, week after week with your students!

In this episode, I share 10 ways you can share gratitude for and appreciate the teachers in your building this year! Which is your favorite idea!? Go share on my Instagram post! I can't wait to hear what you try and how it spreads JOY to your colleagues, students and YOU!

Bitmoji Blog

Fun idea for Teacher Appreciation Week Blog

Connect with me!

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My Instagram

My Website


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12767561 Tue, 02 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1625 1 42 full false Episode 41: 4 Activities for Springtime Engagement! Episode 41: 4 Activities for Springtime Engagement! Send me a message!

Hello from Florida! I wanted to give you some ideas this week to boost engagement since Springtime can always feel challenging!

Here are the various resources and links I mentioned during this podcast:

Claudia Elliott's podcast on Gallery Walk
Songkran Cultural Mini Unit in Spanish French and English
Running Dictation Blog
It's Art video of students playing
It's Art Resource on TPT
Sarah Breckley Move it! Brain Break Blog! (inspiration for Es arte!)
Original Blog on Easter Egg Hunt reading activity
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt Blog with videos of students playing
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt Spanish Resource
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt French Resource
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt English Resource

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Hello from Florida! I wanted to give you some ideas this week to boost engagement since Springtime can always feel challenging!

Here are the various resources and links I mentioned during this podcast:

Claudia Elliott's podcast on Gallery Walk
Songkran Cultural Mini Unit in Spanish French and English
Running Dictation Blog
It's Art video of students playing
It's Art Resource on TPT
Sarah Breckley Move it! Brain Break Blog! (inspiration for Es arte!)
Original Blog on Easter Egg Hunt reading activity
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt Blog with videos of students playing
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt Spanish Resource
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt French Resource
Spring Time Scavenger Hunt English Resource

Connect with me!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12636577 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1661 1 41 full false Episode 40: Special Person Interviews and Extensions Episode 40: Special Person Interviews and Extensions Send me a message!

It took me FOREVER to try using Special Person Interviews in my classes, and now I can't imagine NOT having them!

Here's all the links I mentioned in the episode! There's quite a few!

Special Person Interview Resource - Spanish

Special Person Interview Resource - English

Special Person Interview Resource - French

My TPT store

Brain Breaks Part 31: Quick Feet! Blog

Keith Toda Write and Discuss Blog

Stoplight Reading Activity Blog

Bryce Hedstrom

Sabrina Janczak

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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It took me FOREVER to try using Special Person Interviews in my classes, and now I can't imagine NOT having them!

Here's all the links I mentioned in the episode! There's quite a few!

Special Person Interview Resource - Spanish

Special Person Interview Resource - English

Special Person Interview Resource - French

My TPT store

Brain Breaks Part 31: Quick Feet! Blog

Keith Toda Write and Discuss Blog

Stoplight Reading Activity Blog

Bryce Hedstrom

Sabrina Janczak

Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12570652 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1437 1 40 full false Episode 39: Top Three Takeaways from SCOLT 2023 Episode 39: Top Three Takeaways from SCOLT 2023 Send me a message!

SCOLT23  was in Alabama this year. It was both inspiring and exhausting as most conferences tend to be. I am always very intentional about having three specific takeaways for my classroom. I recorded them in this episode for you! If you were at SCOLT I would love to hear YOUR takeaways!

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast:
Episode 9 of Teaching La Vida Loca
Conferencing Intentionally Conference Pages
Claudia Elliott
Señora Chase
Señor Ashby- Locura de marzo
Music to my Ears course with La Maestra Loca and Bertha Delgadillo
Video of our fun at SCOLT with Amazing Race
Amazing Race in your classroom- Shane Goodpasture
30 second dance party


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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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SCOLT23  was in Alabama this year. It was both inspiring and exhausting as most conferences tend to be. I am always very intentional about having three specific takeaways for my classroom. I recorded them in this episode for you! If you were at SCOLT I would love to hear YOUR takeaways!

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast:
Episode 9 of Teaching La Vida Loca
Conferencing Intentionally Conference Pages
Claudia Elliott
Señora Chase
Señor Ashby- Locura de marzo
Music to my Ears course with La Maestra Loca and Bertha Delgadillo
Video of our fun at SCOLT with Amazing Race
Amazing Race in your classroom- Shane Goodpasture
30 second dance party


Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12536781 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1576 1 39 full false Episode 38: Captivating, Competitive, and Collaborative FUN! Episode 38: Captivating, Competitive, and Collaborative FUN! Send me a message!

OMG! I needed to feel motivated and inspired before recording for you this week and that "inspiration" hit me like a ton of bricks this morning! SO freaking excited to share this way to "gamify" a reading/listening comprehension activity with you!

Here are the resources/links mentioned in this episode:

Video of kids PLAYING  Pass it up... the visual HELPS SO MUCH!

Señor Wooly (freaking obsessed)

Breathing Brain Breaks resource

Breathing Brain Break Blog


Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
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OMG! I needed to feel motivated and inspired before recording for you this week and that "inspiration" hit me like a ton of bricks this morning! SO freaking excited to share this way to "gamify" a reading/listening comprehension activity with you!

Here are the resources/links mentioned in this episode:

Video of kids PLAYING  Pass it up... the visual HELPS SO MUCH!

Señor Wooly (freaking obsessed)

Breathing Brain Breaks resource

Breathing Brain Break Blog


Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12490964 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 23:00:00 -0400 1435 1 38 full false Episode 37: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 3 "The HOW" Episode 37: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 3 "The HOW" Send me a message!

YAY for Part 3! I'm so happy you're here for this part of the podcast series I'm doing on introducing and talking about global cultures in our world language classrooms.

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Dr. Christopher Emdin part 1

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YAY for Part 3! I'm so happy you're here for this part of the podcast series I'm doing on introducing and talking about global cultures in our world language classrooms.

Links Mentioned

Join La Familia Loca PLC

Dr. Christopher Emdin part 1

Dr. Christopher Emdin  part 2

Brain Break Pikachu

YouTube Pikachu

Profe Bennett Instagram


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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12445908 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1285 1 37 full false Episode 36: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 2 "The What" Episode 36: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 2 "The What" Send me a message!

Welcome to part 2 of this podcast series on introducing and inspiring our students with Global Cultures in our World Language classrooms! I am STOKED to talk to you about the "what" in this episode and stay tuned for the "how" in part 3!

- Cécile Lainé
- the tree analogy is from Zaretta Hammond.  Here is the link to learn more!
- Quebec winter festival
- Leadville Skijoring
- Florida's underwater music festival
- Register for my free workshop 5 Tips to Motivate for a Meaningful and Memorable March

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Welcome to part 2 of this podcast series on introducing and inspiring our students with Global Cultures in our World Language classrooms! I am STOKED to talk to you about the "what" in this episode and stay tuned for the "how" in part 3!

- Cécile Lainé
- the tree analogy is from Zaretta Hammond.  Here is the link to learn more!
- Quebec winter festival
- Leadville Skijoring
- Florida's underwater music festival
- Register for my free workshop 5 Tips to Motivate for a Meaningful and Memorable March

Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12392103 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1096 1 36 full false Episode 35: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 1 Episode 35: World Languages, World Cultures! Part 1 Send me a message!

In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of teaching global cultures in our world language classes. I am super excited to share this episode with you! Subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss part 2.

Links & Resources Mentioned in Episode

Dr. Christopher Emdin part 1

Dr. Christopher Emdin  part 2

Hand Jives

Waze: Check out these custom turn-by-turn voice directions! Listen to them on your next drive with Waze.

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In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of teaching global cultures in our world language classes. I am super excited to share this episode with you! Subscribe to the podcast so you won't miss part 2.

Links & Resources Mentioned in Episode

Dr. Christopher Emdin part 1

Dr. Christopher Emdin  part 2

Hand Jives

Waze: Check out these custom turn-by-turn voice directions! Listen to them on your next drive with Waze.

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12342867 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:00:00 -0500 1134 1 35 full false Episode 34: Super Successful Stations! Episode 34: Super Successful Stations! Send me a message!

I really, really, REALLY needed a week to sit and check in with students and not feel so "on"! If you're needing the same, stations might be JUST the thing you're looking for!

Below find the various links mentioned during this podcast!

Blog
Freebie, Station Expectations sheet!
Classroom Jobs Course
Old Blog on Stations
TPT coloring page for Black History Black Futures Month- by Diversigraphics

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I really, really, REALLY needed a week to sit and check in with students and not feel so "on"! If you're needing the same, stations might be JUST the thing you're looking for!

Below find the various links mentioned during this podcast!

Blog
Freebie, Station Expectations sheet!
Classroom Jobs Course
Old Blog on Stations
TPT coloring page for Black History Black Futures Month- by Diversigraphics

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12256550 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 23:00:00 -0500 1175 1 34 full false Episode 33: Answering your #1 Question! Episode 33: Answering your #1 Question! Send me a message!

Let's jump in!!! In this episode, I'll be answering the NUMBER ONE question I get asked! In fact, last month I tracked how many times people asked it and I hit #43!!!

Here are the links mentioned in my podcast!

Obstacle Course (better at 2x speed)
Blog Obstacle Course
Tuesday Tip- My Fave YouTube Channels
Fadi - (Fadi Abughoush)

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Let's jump in!!! In this episode, I'll be answering the NUMBER ONE question I get asked! In fact, last month I tracked how many times people asked it and I hit #43!!!

Here are the links mentioned in my podcast!

Obstacle Course (better at 2x speed)
Blog Obstacle Course
Tuesday Tip- My Fave YouTube Channels
Fadi - (Fadi Abughoush)

Thank you soooo much for listening and supporting! If you'd like more ways to connect with me, just click below!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12188485 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1052 1 33 full false Episode 32: Brain Break Ninja Episode 32: Brain Break Ninja Send me a message!

Yay! I am so glad you're here! I've linked the various people and resources mentioned in the podcast below!

Classroom Jobs Course! - Utilize Classroom Jobs to create a positive and supportive learning environment while freeing up time for what matters most – building relationships and connecting with your students.

Classroom Jobs LIVE

Numbers! Brain Break!- get them up and moving! (YAY for connections to other classes)

Allison Litten

Justin Slocum-Bailey

John Sifert

10 Day Brain Break Challenge

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Yay! I am so glad you're here! I've linked the various people and resources mentioned in the podcast below!

Classroom Jobs Course! - Utilize Classroom Jobs to create a positive and supportive learning environment while freeing up time for what matters most – building relationships and connecting with your students.

Classroom Jobs LIVE

Numbers! Brain Break!- get them up and moving! (YAY for connections to other classes)

Allison Litten

Justin Slocum-Bailey

John Sifert

10 Day Brain Break Challenge

Thank you soooo much for listening and supporting! If you'd like more ways to connect with me, just click below!

Connect with me:

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-12064495 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0500 865 1 32 full false Episode 31: New Year, Same Me! Episode 31: New Year, Same Me! Send me a message!

I am NOT one for New Year's Resolutions (because I hate feeling like a failure) but I am ALL for dropping things that aren't working in my classroom and continuing and enhancing things that are 🔥🔥🔥🔥!

Resources & Links:

Here is the classroom norms resource I mentioned in the episode. I talk about it in this blog!

This is Claudia Elliott's Growing with Proficiency The Podcast episode 13 where I shared about community and building relationships.

Don't forget to take a Selfie Brain Break. Here is the Selfie Brain Breaks + Mannequin Challenge Blog.

The YouTube Mannequin Challenge that you should definitely do with your students!

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I have a special invitation for you too!  I would love to support and inspire you to introduce classroom jobs to your classroom! I'm doing a free workshop on January 11th at 7pm CDT on Instagram with the amazing John Sifert! If you're not on Instagram and would rather join us on Facebook or Youtube we will be live streaming to my channel at 7:45 CDT that same night!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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I am NOT one for New Year's Resolutions (because I hate feeling like a failure) but I am ALL for dropping things that aren't working in my classroom and continuing and enhancing things that are 🔥🔥🔥🔥!

Resources & Links:

Here is the classroom norms resource I mentioned in the episode. I talk about it in this blog!

This is Claudia Elliott's Growing with Proficiency The Podcast episode 13 where I shared about community and building relationships.

Don't forget to take a Selfie Brain Break. Here is the Selfie Brain Breaks + Mannequin Challenge Blog.

The YouTube Mannequin Challenge that you should definitely do with your students!

Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!


I have a special invitation for you too!  I would love to support and inspire you to introduce classroom jobs to your classroom! I'm doing a free workshop on January 11th at 7pm CDT on Instagram with the amazing John Sifert! If you're not on Instagram and would rather join us on Facebook or Youtube we will be live streaming to my channel at 7:45 CDT that same night!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11968140 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 22:00:00 -0500 707 1 31 full false Episode 30: Rest! with guests, Bertha Delgadillo and Claudia Elliott Episode 30: Rest! with guests, Bertha Delgadillo and Claudia Elliott Send me a message!

No matter what rest looks like for you, I hope that you find lots of it this winter break, dear teacher!

Claudia Elliott

Growing with Proficiency, The Podcast
Claudia Elliott Blog - Growing with Proficiency
Growing with Proficiency Instagram
Claudia Elliott Facebook Community Growing with CI
Claudia Elliott Facebook

Bertha Delgadillo

Bertha's Blog Profesora Delgadillo
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Bertha's Facebook
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No matter what rest looks like for you, I hope that you find lots of it this winter break, dear teacher!

Claudia Elliott

Growing with Proficiency, The Podcast
Claudia Elliott Blog - Growing with Proficiency
Growing with Proficiency Instagram
Claudia Elliott Facebook Community Growing with CI
Claudia Elliott Facebook

Bertha Delgadillo

Bertha's Blog Profesora Delgadillo
Bertha's YouTube Channel
Bertha's Instagram
Bertha's Facebook
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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11938466 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500 1531 1 30 full false Episode 29: Drop the Bells and Whistles - An Ode to Ben Tinsley Episode 29: Drop the Bells and Whistles - An Ode to Ben Tinsley Send me a message!

You are going to love hearing about Ben Tinsley, if you haven't already! Get ready to be blown away!

Claudia Elliott - Growing with Proficiency
Growing with Proficiency - Podcast Episode 9

Cultivating Classroom Environment Podcast - Part 1, Part 2, Part 3

Ben Tinsley Website
Ben Tinsley Instagram

Express Fluency

Donna Tatum Johns Website
Donna Tatum Johns' Game: The Secret Number

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You are going to love hearing about Ben Tinsley, if you haven't already! Get ready to be blown away!

Claudia Elliott - Growing with Proficiency
Growing with Proficiency - Podcast Episode 9

Cultivating Classroom Environment Podcast - Part 1, Part 2, Part 3

Ben Tinsley Website
Ben Tinsley Instagram

Express Fluency

Donna Tatum Johns Website
Donna Tatum Johns' Game: The Secret Number

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This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11786272 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0500 1581 full false Episode 28- This work is URGENT! Episode 28- This work is URGENT! Send me a message!

This is urgent work.

Here is Abelardo's blog and reflection on the conference.
Here is my blog and reflection on the conference

Abelardo Almazán-Vázquez

Françoise Thenoux

Videos shared in Abelardo’s session:

Video 1

Video 2


Follow, listen to, and learn from these folx:

Ace Schwarz - https://www.instagram.com/teachingoutsidethebinary/

Skye Tooley - https://www.instagram.com/growingwithmxt/ 

Meg- https://www.instagram.com/megemikoart/ 

Ki- https://www.instagram.com/wokekindergarten/
Jeffrey Marsh-  https://www.instagram.com/thejeffreymarsh/ 



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This is urgent work.

Here is Abelardo's blog and reflection on the conference.
Here is my blog and reflection on the conference

Abelardo Almazán-Vázquez

Françoise Thenoux

Videos shared in Abelardo’s session:

Video 1

Video 2


Follow, listen to, and learn from these folx:

Ace Schwarz - https://www.instagram.com/teachingoutsidethebinary/

Skye Tooley - https://www.instagram.com/growingwithmxt/ 

Meg- https://www.instagram.com/megemikoart/ 

Ki- https://www.instagram.com/wokekindergarten/
Jeffrey Marsh-  https://www.instagram.com/thejeffreymarsh/ 



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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11753307 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:00:00 -0500 630 1 28 full false Episode 27: Three MAJOR Misconceptions! Episode 27: Three MAJOR Misconceptions! Send me a message!

PUMPED to address these huge misconceptions with you today!

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast!

All of my Brain Break Blogs

10 Day brain break challenge

Rock, Paper, Scissors Brain Break Blog

Hand Jive Brain Break Blog

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PUMPED to address these huge misconceptions with you today!

Here are the links mentioned in this podcast!

All of my Brain Break Blogs

10 Day brain break challenge

Rock, Paper, Scissors Brain Break Blog

Hand Jive Brain Break Blog

Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11652122 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0500 934 1 27 full false Episode 26: My FAVE Class Jobs! Episode 26: My FAVE Class Jobs! Send me a message!

OOHHHH EMMMM GEEEEE! I'm so excited to share my FAVORITE Classroom Jobs with you today!

Here's  the people and links mentioned in this episode!

This episode is inspired by John Sifert who joined our Familia Loca PLC in August to present on Classroom jobs and completely transformed my classroom because of it!

Want to join La Familia Loca PLC and transform YOUR career!? Click here to learn more and join the waitlist!

Here's the blog I wrote on Class jobs!

If you'd like to learn about WHY I name my classes country names, click here and prepare to be inspired!

Here's the Go Noodle I did with my students today!

BONUS: Here's a reel I created on Instagram today as part of my "Tuesday Tips with La Maestra Loca series!" Today's was #8 and it was about another awesome class job!

Let's connect!

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OOHHHH EMMMM GEEEEE! I'm so excited to share my FAVORITE Classroom Jobs with you today!

Here's  the people and links mentioned in this episode!

This episode is inspired by John Sifert who joined our Familia Loca PLC in August to present on Classroom jobs and completely transformed my classroom because of it!

Want to join La Familia Loca PLC and transform YOUR career!? Click here to learn more and join the waitlist!

Here's the blog I wrote on Class jobs!

If you'd like to learn about WHY I name my classes country names, click here and prepare to be inspired!

Here's the Go Noodle I did with my students today!

BONUS: Here's a reel I created on Instagram today as part of my "Tuesday Tips with La Maestra Loca series!" Today's was #8 and it was about another awesome class job!

Let's connect!

Connect with me:

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This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11614260 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0400 897 26 full false Episode 25: The Power of Positive Phone Calls Home! Episode 25: The Power of Positive Phone Calls Home! Send me a message!

Join me in this challenge! I can't wait to hear how it positively impacts you! 💜

Here's the blog on positive phone calls so you can read some scripts of how to keep them short and sweet!

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Join me in this challenge! I can't wait to hear how it positively impacts you! 💜

Here's the blog on positive phone calls so you can read some scripts of how to keep them short and sweet!

Let's connect!

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This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11572219 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400 572 1 25 full false Episode 24: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 3 Episode 24: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 3 Send me a message!

This is the final episode in the three-part podcast series on cultivating a culture of risk taking in your world language classroom! I will be bringing it all together in this episode as we talk about teaching our students how to circumlocute! I am SO excited!

Here are the various links and resources I mentioned in this podcast:

Brain Breaks High Fives
Brain Breaks Brain Bursts
Circumlocution posters in Spanish from Teacher's Discovery
Circumlocution posters in French from Teacher's Discovery
One blog on teaching circumlocution
Second blog on teaching circumlocution

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Sending loads of love!
Annabelle

Let's connect!

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This episode is available on Spotify and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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This is the final episode in the three-part podcast series on cultivating a culture of risk taking in your world language classroom! I will be bringing it all together in this episode as we talk about teaching our students how to circumlocute! I am SO excited!

Here are the various links and resources I mentioned in this podcast:

Brain Breaks High Fives
Brain Breaks Brain Bursts
Circumlocution posters in Spanish from Teacher's Discovery
Circumlocution posters in French from Teacher's Discovery
One blog on teaching circumlocution
Second blog on teaching circumlocution

Do you want to receive inspiration direct to your inbox?? Click here to join my email list where I send tips, tricks, activity ideas and even resources!

Sending loads of love!
Annabelle

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11423397 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0400 1550 1 24 full false Episode 23: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 2 Episode 23: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 2 Send me a message!

Short and sweet and to the point.

Here's a link to John Bracey's website who I mentioned during this podcast!

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Short and sweet and to the point.

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11423383 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 636 1 23 full false Episode 22: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 1 Episode 22: Cultivating a Culture of Risk Taking - Part 1 Send me a message!

I am super stoked to bring you this three part podcast series on how to cultivate a culture of risk taking in your classroom! It is going to be awesome!

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I am super stoked to bring you this three part podcast series on how to cultivate a culture of risk taking in your classroom! It is going to be awesome!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11423310 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1080 22 full false Episode 21: Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month! Episode 21: Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month! Send me a message!

I am so excited to share how I've been engaging my students in rich conversations this Latinx Heritage Month!

These are the various accounts and individuals I mentioned during this episode:

Françoise Thenoux - @thewokespanishteacher - Her course Brave Spaces is wonderful
@tlacaeleloficial on Instagram It was there I found this video made by Cycling Atlas on YouTube
@projectpulso
@freddytravel
@greatbigstory
@ajplusespanol

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I am so excited to share how I've been engaging my students in rich conversations this Latinx Heritage Month!

These are the various accounts and individuals I mentioned during this episode:

Françoise Thenoux - @thewokespanishteacher - Her course Brave Spaces is wonderful
@tlacaeleloficial on Instagram It was there I found this video made by Cycling Atlas on YouTube
@projectpulso
@freddytravel
@greatbigstory
@ajplusespanol

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11397744 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:00:00 -0400 1138 1 21 full false Episode 20: The Coaching Tip that Transformed my Classroom Episode 20: The Coaching Tip that Transformed my Classroom Send me a message!

I was NOT at ALL excited about this "recommendation" that was given to me by my instructional coach a few years ago but it honestly did transform my classroom! I hope that you find it useful and that your students find it empowering!

My Instagram video on Pop-Up Theory

Instagram Slowing Down post

Kagan Cooperative Learning


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I was NOT at ALL excited about this "recommendation" that was given to me by my instructional coach a few years ago but it honestly did transform my classroom! I hope that you find it useful and that your students find it empowering!

My Instagram video on Pop-Up Theory

Instagram Slowing Down post

Kagan Cooperative Learning


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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11265670 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0400 1045 1 20 full false Episode 19: A New Approach to Sub Plans Episode 19: A New Approach to Sub Plans Send me a message!

Excited to share my FAVE way to do sub plans with you this week!

Here is an example of one of these "recorded lessons" (LOTS OF ENGLISH) because it is the start of the year. They did Classroom Jobs last week! 

Here is another example. (using SnapChat) You can read a blog about this here.

One more for you

I think I'll be recording more "stories" that would be usable by other Spanish teachers this year so stay tuned and subscribe to my YouTube channel!

This is Dreaming Spanish which I mentioned.

This is Señor Wooly which I mentioned.

This is Alice Ayel's channel for French teachers that I mentioned.

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Excited to share my FAVE way to do sub plans with you this week!

Here is an example of one of these "recorded lessons" (LOTS OF ENGLISH) because it is the start of the year. They did Classroom Jobs last week! 

Here is another example. (using SnapChat) You can read a blog about this here.

One more for you

I think I'll be recording more "stories" that would be usable by other Spanish teachers this year so stay tuned and subscribe to my YouTube channel!

This is Dreaming Spanish which I mentioned.

This is Señor Wooly which I mentioned.

This is Alice Ayel's channel for French teachers that I mentioned.

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11265661 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1009 1 19 full false Episode 18: Best Brain Breaks for Back to School Episode 18: Best Brain Breaks for Back to School Send me a message!

Sharing the Brain Breaks I prioritize at the beginning of the year. These are great for:

  •  Building Community
  • Structuring systems and routines ESSENTIAL for Classroom Management

Whether you teach Elementary, Middle or High School I think you'll LOVE them! 

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Sharing the Brain Breaks I prioritize at the beginning of the year. These are great for:

  •  Building Community
  • Structuring systems and routines ESSENTIAL for Classroom Management

Whether you teach Elementary, Middle or High School I think you'll LOVE them! 

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11265657 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1746 1 18 full false Episode 17- Ditch the Desks: Part Two! Episode 17- Ditch the Desks: Part Two! Send me a message!

Listen til the very end for a Blooper...

😩🤪 Spoiler alert... I recorded this at the very end of a VERY long Monday and I'm exhausted but couldn't wait another minute to get you the second half of this Deskless Classroom Podcast! LOTS of links and references to other folx were shared in this episode and you can find them all below! Happy Listening!

Andrea, Positively Win Big, who validated teachers' feelings about desk-less teaching

Listen to Podcast episode 3 for hacks on student buy-in 😉

Want to watch tons of classroom videos? Follow Lady Language 411, Nelann Taylor

Bertha Delgadillo, Profesora Delgadillo, shares videos of her high school desk-less classroom

Sra. Mapi is going deskless!

Elicia Cárdenas blog

Facebook group for deskless World Language teachers

Amy Marshall

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Listen til the very end for a Blooper...

😩🤪 Spoiler alert... I recorded this at the very end of a VERY long Monday and I'm exhausted but couldn't wait another minute to get you the second half of this Deskless Classroom Podcast! LOTS of links and references to other folx were shared in this episode and you can find them all below! Happy Listening!

Andrea, Positively Win Big, who validated teachers' feelings about desk-less teaching

Listen to Podcast episode 3 for hacks on student buy-in 😉

Want to watch tons of classroom videos? Follow Lady Language 411, Nelann Taylor

Bertha Delgadillo, Profesora Delgadillo, shares videos of her high school desk-less classroom

Sra. Mapi is going deskless!

Elicia Cárdenas blog

Facebook group for deskless World Language teachers

Amy Marshall

Don't forget to read this blog on the pros of being deskless.

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11226667 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 23:00:00 -0400 1058 1 17 full false Episode 16: Ditch the Desks! Episode 16: Ditch the Desks! Send me a message!

YAAAASSSSSSS! DO IT!

In this episode I tell you ALL the reasons I LOVE being a teacher in a deskless classroom! I will be recording a part two to this episode soon to go over the logistics, talk about admin and parent buy in, and MORE!

💜 If you know someone who needs to hear this episode, SEND IT to them and let me PREACH to them too! 🙌🏼

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YAAAASSSSSSS! DO IT!

In this episode I tell you ALL the reasons I LOVE being a teacher in a deskless classroom! I will be recording a part two to this episode soon to go over the logistics, talk about admin and parent buy in, and MORE!

💜 If you know someone who needs to hear this episode, SEND IT to them and let me PREACH to them too! 🙌🏼

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]]> Buzzsprout-11186294 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 764 1 16 full false Episode 15: The PERFECT Activity for Day 1! Episode 15: The PERFECT Activity for Day 1! Send me a message!

I can't wait to share this activity with you! Shout out to Tami, Barbara and Sra. Garcia for sharing with me!

Click here to watch the original TikTok by Mrs. Garcia (I said Gonzales in the podcast but her name is Garcia. I apologize!)

The doors to my PL Community, La Familia Loca,  are open this week! If you'd like to transform your school year and receive year round support, inspiration, and resources, within a community of individuals who really "get it" then this is the PLC for you! Just click here to learn more!

The doors close Friday, August 19th at 6pm CDT!

Click here for a letter to request funding from your school or department head!

I would LOVE to welcome YOU as our newest member to our familia!

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I can't wait to share this activity with you! Shout out to Tami, Barbara and Sra. Garcia for sharing with me!

Click here to watch the original TikTok by Mrs. Garcia (I said Gonzales in the podcast but her name is Garcia. I apologize!)

The doors to my PL Community, La Familia Loca,  are open this week! If you'd like to transform your school year and receive year round support, inspiration, and resources, within a community of individuals who really "get it" then this is the PLC for you! Just click here to learn more!

The doors close Friday, August 19th at 6pm CDT!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11150974 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400 940 1 15 full false Episode 14- BONUS Episode!- Boundaries! Episode 14- BONUS Episode!- Boundaries! Send me a message!

Set some boundaries with me!

Here is a link to the Instagram LIVE on Boundaries I did!

Here is the link to my YouTube video on Boundaries!

Here is the link to the Enneagram Test! I'm a three, Paul is a 9! What number are you!?!

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Set some boundaries with me!

Here is a link to the Instagram LIVE on Boundaries I did!

Here is the link to my YouTube video on Boundaries!

Here is the link to the Enneagram Test! I'm a three, Paul is a 9! What number are you!?!

Don't forget if you set some boundaries, tag me on Instagram.

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11104832 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 855 1 14 full false Episode 13: The Power of Prioritizing Community and Connections! Episode 13: The Power of Prioritizing Community and Connections! Send me a message!

I am SO excited to give you  a little PREVIEW of the dynamite I'll be sharing this Sunday in my FREE workshop: Setting the Stage: Solid Strategies for Starting Strong! To Register and save your spot, click here! I'd love to see you! I have resources for everyone attending LIVE!

To learn more about how to set goals and build norms WITH your students, click here! There's a free resource built into the blog too!

Here is a blog on Hachi Pachi!

Here is a video of Hachi Pachi in action! You'll notice we added the rejoinder ¡Qué lástima! What a SHAME! (I have rejoinders available in Spanish, French, and English in my TPT store!)

Donna Tatum-Johns Blog

Here's the blog, the first week of school,  I did YEARS ago on how I start the year with Elementary vs. Middle vs. High school! Keeping in mind, I've grown a LOT since then but still important to notice the emphasis I have on L1 (English) usage!!!

Don't forget to register and join me on Sunday! I am SO excited to share with you and get you set up to start strong with your students! Just click here to save your spot!

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I am SO excited to give you  a little PREVIEW of the dynamite I'll be sharing this Sunday in my FREE workshop: Setting the Stage: Solid Strategies for Starting Strong! To Register and save your spot, click here! I'd love to see you! I have resources for everyone attending LIVE!

To learn more about how to set goals and build norms WITH your students, click here! There's a free resource built into the blog too!

Here is a blog on Hachi Pachi!

Here is a video of Hachi Pachi in action! You'll notice we added the rejoinder ¡Qué lástima! What a SHAME! (I have rejoinders available in Spanish, French, and English in my TPT store!)

Donna Tatum-Johns Blog

Here's the blog, the first week of school,  I did YEARS ago on how I start the year with Elementary vs. Middle vs. High school! Keeping in mind, I've grown a LOT since then but still important to notice the emphasis I have on L1 (English) usage!!!

Don't forget to register and join me on Sunday! I am SO excited to share with you and get you set up to start strong with your students! Just click here to save your spot!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11104762 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 1385 1 13 full false Magic, Movement, and JOY with Music! - with Special Guest - Bertha Delgadillo Magic, Movement, and JOY with Music! - with Special Guest - Bertha Delgadillo Send me a message!

My very first guest interview on the podcast! I am so thrilled that Profesora Delgadillo could join me today for this super special episode all about how we use music in our classes to infuse JOY, create movement and magical moments, and ultimately INSPIRE our students!

There was SO much gold shared in this session! The links mentioned are listed below!

Espejeando Unit
La Maestra Loca's Spotify Playlists
Instagram video of Bertha's Fave activity

At the end of the episode we announced the HUGE news that we've been keeping secret for months now! Together, Bertha and I have created a whole COURSE on Music! Inside, we share DOZENS of activities, LOADS of strategies, templates, resources and solid tips that are chunked out in a manageable way so that you can start USING the strategies right away in your classes! We are confident you AND your students will immediately see the efficacy and POWER of using music in your world language classes!

Here is a link to the course!

Bertha's YouTube Channel
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My very first guest interview on the podcast! I am so thrilled that Profesora Delgadillo could join me today for this super special episode all about how we use music in our classes to infuse JOY, create movement and magical moments, and ultimately INSPIRE our students!

There was SO much gold shared in this session! The links mentioned are listed below!

Espejeando Unit
La Maestra Loca's Spotify Playlists
Instagram video of Bertha's Fave activity

At the end of the episode we announced the HUGE news that we've been keeping secret for months now! Together, Bertha and I have created a whole COURSE on Music! Inside, we share DOZENS of activities, LOADS of strategies, templates, resources and solid tips that are chunked out in a manageable way so that you can start USING the strategies right away in your classes! We are confident you AND your students will immediately see the efficacy and POWER of using music in your world language classes!

Here is a link to the course!

Bertha's YouTube Channel
Bertha's Instagram
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11058193 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 19:00:00 -0400 1835 1 12 full false Episode 11: Embracing Transitions! Episode 11: Embracing Transitions! Send me a message!

STOKED for this episode! I just found out I'll be transitioning into a new roll this year at a new school, and I am SO excited! Transitions can be overwhelming and challenging, but they're also opportunities for new beginnings and fresh starts! In this episode, I'll give you THREE 🔥🔥🔥 tips for transitioning into this new  year!

Blog on Reflections and being UNAPOLOGETICALLY AND AUTHENTICALLY YOU!

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I'm excited for you and whatever "roll" you're stepping into this year! I look forward to continuing to connect with you and share inspiration that ignites your passions and unlocks JOY in your classroom for you and your students!

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STOKED for this episode! I just found out I'll be transitioning into a new roll this year at a new school, and I am SO excited! Transitions can be overwhelming and challenging, but they're also opportunities for new beginnings and fresh starts! In this episode, I'll give you THREE 🔥🔥🔥 tips for transitioning into this new  year!

Blog on Reflections and being UNAPOLOGETICALLY AND AUTHENTICALLY YOU!

Join the #SunSationalSummer2022 challenge!

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I'm excited for you and whatever "roll" you're stepping into this year! I look forward to continuing to connect with you and share inspiration that ignites your passions and unlocks JOY in your classroom for you and your students!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-11013025 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1239 1 11 full false Episode 10: SunSationalSummer 2022! Episode 10: SunSationalSummer 2022! Send me a message!

YAAAASSS! Checking in! Have you been lavishing your delicious summer?!?! Do you need some more ideas on how to add spontaneity, joy, and FUN to your summer days!? I've got you covered!!!

Join the #SunSationalSummer2022 challenge! More than 300 teachers across the world joined us last year and I can't wait to see how you're prioritizing YOURSELF! Whether you're on social media or not, you can grab this FREE resource with activity ideas in my recent blog post here:

SunSationalSummer2022 blog and resource!

Here is my drink recipe from the Brain Break in the episode!

Can't wait to continue to connect with you and SUPER excited to hear how you're prioritizing your rest this summer!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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YAAAASSS! Checking in! Have you been lavishing your delicious summer?!?! Do you need some more ideas on how to add spontaneity, joy, and FUN to your summer days!? I've got you covered!!!

Join the #SunSationalSummer2022 challenge! More than 300 teachers across the world joined us last year and I can't wait to see how you're prioritizing YOURSELF! Whether you're on social media or not, you can grab this FREE resource with activity ideas in my recent blog post here:

SunSationalSummer2022 blog and resource!

Here is my drink recipe from the Brain Break in the episode!

Can't wait to continue to connect with you and SUPER excited to hear how you're prioritizing your rest this summer!

Connect with me:

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts!Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10982284 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:00:00 -0400 649 1 10 full false Episode 9: Conferencing Intentionally: A plan for implementation! Episode 9: Conferencing Intentionally: A plan for implementation! Send me a message!

Let's talk about being more INTENTIONAL during this conference season! Last episode, I told you about the various conferences I would be attending... THIS episode I want to talk to you about how to MAXIMIZE your learning experiences and create a plan for implementation for this fall!

First and foremost, grab my FREE resource which includes observation pages for both language labs and workshops! The guiding questions will help you be more intentional in the way you observe and purposeful in the way you learn at the various conferences you're attending.

Here is a link to the blog I posted yesterday where you can also find the resource!

If you're interested in joining OUR family of accountability partners, click here to get on the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC! (We'll be opening again soon and would LOVE to help you be more intentional about implementing your summer learning!)

ENJOY this conference season (or not!) Either way, be present in whatever you're doing, and I look forward to connecting with you at a conference this summer or in the next episode!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Let's talk about being more INTENTIONAL during this conference season! Last episode, I told you about the various conferences I would be attending... THIS episode I want to talk to you about how to MAXIMIZE your learning experiences and create a plan for implementation for this fall!

First and foremost, grab my FREE resource which includes observation pages for both language labs and workshops! The guiding questions will help you be more intentional in the way you observe and purposeful in the way you learn at the various conferences you're attending.

Here is a link to the blog I posted yesterday where you can also find the resource!

If you're interested in joining OUR family of accountability partners, click here to get on the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC! (We'll be opening again soon and would LOVE to help you be more intentional about implementing your summer learning!)

ENJOY this conference season (or not!) Either way, be present in whatever you're doing, and I look forward to connecting with you at a conference this summer or in the next episode!

Connect with me:

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10903662 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 17:00:00 -0400 778 1 9 full false Episode 8: Summer Learning Opportunities! Episode 8: Summer Learning Opportunities! Send me a message!

Oh my gosh! I am so freaking excited about connecting with you this summer! In this episode, I share the various places you can find me conferencing, presenting at workshops, and ready to learn and grow with you this summer! First, come join me in the clouds in this conference that  is for teachers by teachers (I'm actually one of the four teachers who helped organize this, and I am so proud of what this conference has become!)

Conference in the Cloud: https://express-fluency.teachable.com/p/conference-in-the-cloud-2022?affcode=181608_snud302q

Come see where it all began for me! I'll be at iFLT again this year leading a language lab as well as presenting with my dear friend, Bertha Delgadillo. So excited to be in Michigan this year!

iFLT: https://fluencymatters.com/iflt-2022/  (There is a virtual option if you can't make it!)

Want to have your mind blown and your life changed?

Actually serious, this mini workshop changed my life! In this episode, I talk about the course Tame Your Inbox by Lisa MCH. Here's her freebie! You won't regret getting either of these!

Can't wait to hear how much you loved it!

Lisa email freebee: https://lamaestramch.com/email-help/
Lisa email course: Tame your Inbox: https://lamaestramch.com/tame-your-inbox/

Want to schedule a workshop with me in your area or have your school bring me???: Email me! annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

Last, but not least, if you want to get on the best PD out out there for World Language Teachers!, hop on the wait list to join my Familia Loca PLC! It's unlike anything you've ever experienced! It provides continual PD and support throughout the year! Join the waitlist HERE!

Hold on, hold on! 😉 Before you go, Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox! My emails are loaded with juicy goodness, so you definitely want to be on my list!!

Here is the Brain Break!  You're going to love the challenge!
Snaps Brain Break: https://youtu.be/kE3VBTnX0lo

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Oh my gosh! I am so freaking excited about connecting with you this summer! In this episode, I share the various places you can find me conferencing, presenting at workshops, and ready to learn and grow with you this summer! First, come join me in the clouds in this conference that  is for teachers by teachers (I'm actually one of the four teachers who helped organize this, and I am so proud of what this conference has become!)

Conference in the Cloud: https://express-fluency.teachable.com/p/conference-in-the-cloud-2022?affcode=181608_snud302q

Come see where it all began for me! I'll be at iFLT again this year leading a language lab as well as presenting with my dear friend, Bertha Delgadillo. So excited to be in Michigan this year!

iFLT: https://fluencymatters.com/iflt-2022/  (There is a virtual option if you can't make it!)

Want to have your mind blown and your life changed?

Actually serious, this mini workshop changed my life! In this episode, I talk about the course Tame Your Inbox by Lisa MCH. Here's her freebie! You won't regret getting either of these!

Can't wait to hear how much you loved it!

Lisa email freebee: https://lamaestramch.com/email-help/
Lisa email course: Tame your Inbox: https://lamaestramch.com/tame-your-inbox/

Want to schedule a workshop with me in your area or have your school bring me???: Email me! annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

Last, but not least, if you want to get on the best PD out out there for World Language Teachers!, hop on the wait list to join my Familia Loca PLC! It's unlike anything you've ever experienced! It provides continual PD and support throughout the year! Join the waitlist HERE!

Hold on, hold on! 😉 Before you go, Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox! My emails are loaded with juicy goodness, so you definitely want to be on my list!!

Here is the Brain Break!  You're going to love the challenge!
Snaps Brain Break: https://youtu.be/kE3VBTnX0lo

Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10756751 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 01:00:00 -0400 1529 1 8 full false Episode 7: Being Intentional About Rest Episode 7: Being Intentional About Rest Send me a message!

I'm so glad you're here because there is so much juicy goodness in this episode to share with you. Hint. Hint. It's only juicy goodness if you take it to heart and actually implement the amazing things I'm about to share! 😉

Here are the links for the highly engaging brain break I shared called This or That! The first is a link to a blog I wrote about it in the middle of the pandemic!  Blog about Rest

Brain Breaks Part 24: This or That

Here is a link to Morgan Bennett's Instagram who showed me a simple no-tech way to play. Profe Bennett on Instagram

And, here are the links to my favorite YouTube channels for This or That.
UJU for this or that on YouTube (Fun Fact: Also has some in Spanish!)
This or That in Spanish

Phonics Man on YouTube

Finally, I know I didn't talk about these people in the podcast, but I want to connect you with some people and resources that are so enriching when it comes to setting boundaries and self-maintenance and self-care.

These are the wonderful women presenting in my Familia Loca PLC this month. While I'm taking the month off, I left the community in their capable hands along with ViVi (my business bestie!)

Andrea Eiter - Positively.WinBig on Instagram (Current Familia Loca member and expert in self-maintenance and Goddess of workouts)

Kayland Lamar (expert in teacher self-care and boundary setting)

Helena - the present teacher (someone who makes self-care doable in 5-10 minutes)

If you want to get in on one of the best World Language communities for developing and enhancing your skills when it comes to acquisition driven instruction in a community of people who are seeking more joy and fun for their classrooms. You can join our waitlist for la Familia Loca! 

We would absolutely love to welcome you into our family!  There's truly no place like it!


Connect with me:

Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox! My emails are loaded with juicy goodness, so you definitely want to be on my list.

My Blog

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My Website 

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts!  Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!<

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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I'm so glad you're here because there is so much juicy goodness in this episode to share with you. Hint. Hint. It's only juicy goodness if you take it to heart and actually implement the amazing things I'm about to share! 😉

Here are the links for the highly engaging brain break I shared called This or That! The first is a link to a blog I wrote about it in the middle of the pandemic!  Blog about Rest

Brain Breaks Part 24: This or That

Here is a link to Morgan Bennett's Instagram who showed me a simple no-tech way to play. Profe Bennett on Instagram

And, here are the links to my favorite YouTube channels for This or That.
UJU for this or that on YouTube (Fun Fact: Also has some in Spanish!)
This or That in Spanish

Phonics Man on YouTube

Finally, I know I didn't talk about these people in the podcast, but I want to connect you with some people and resources that are so enriching when it comes to setting boundaries and self-maintenance and self-care.

These are the wonderful women presenting in my Familia Loca PLC this month. While I'm taking the month off, I left the community in their capable hands along with ViVi (my business bestie!)

Andrea Eiter - Positively.WinBig on Instagram (Current Familia Loca member and expert in self-maintenance and Goddess of workouts)

Kayland Lamar (expert in teacher self-care and boundary setting)

Helena - the present teacher (someone who makes self-care doable in 5-10 minutes)

If you want to get in on one of the best World Language communities for developing and enhancing your skills when it comes to acquisition driven instruction in a community of people who are seeking more joy and fun for their classrooms. You can join our waitlist for la Familia Loca! 

We would absolutely love to welcome you into our family!  There's truly no place like it!


Connect with me:

Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox! My emails are loaded with juicy goodness, so you definitely want to be on my list.

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts!  Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!<

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10756537 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:00:00 -0400 1029 7 full false Episode 6: Q & A With La Maestra Loca Episode 6: Q & A With La Maestra Loca Send me a message!

Join La Maestra Loca as she answers questions from her social media community. Are you struggling with knowing what phrases should be matched with a gesture? Don't know what to do when a student won't stop moving? She answers these questions and more. You'll also learn more about TPR, self-care, and Brain Breaks. Don't forget to check out the links below.

Show notes:

Dr. Liam Printer's Website

Total Physical Response in First Year Spanish (2nd Edition) (Spanish Edition)

Instructor's Notebook.  How to Apply TPR for best results by Ramiro Garcia

TPR Blog Post

10-Day Brain Break Challenge

Brain Break Part 28: Statues Blog


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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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Join La Maestra Loca as she answers questions from her social media community. Are you struggling with knowing what phrases should be matched with a gesture? Don't know what to do when a student won't stop moving? She answers these questions and more. You'll also learn more about TPR, self-care, and Brain Breaks. Don't forget to check out the links below.

Show notes:

Dr. Liam Printer's Website

Total Physical Response in First Year Spanish (2nd Edition) (Spanish Edition)

Instructor's Notebook.  How to Apply TPR for best results by Ramiro Garcia

TPR Blog Post

10-Day Brain Break Challenge

Brain Break Part 28: Statues Blog


Connect with me:

Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox!

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
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My Website
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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10314848 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0400 1935 6 full false Episode 5: Listen to your gut 💜 Episode 5: Listen to your gut 💜 Send me a message!

Show notes:
Afroeducator episode 8 on Teacher Burn Out
Moving through March- Free PD for strategies to increase engagement in March

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Show notes:
Afroeducator episode 8 on Teacher Burn Out
Moving through March- Free PD for strategies to increase engagement in March

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Join my mail list for Inspiration sent to your inbox!

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10176800 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0500 1063 1 5 full false Episode 4: Three LOW- NO prep games for your World Language Classroom! Episode 4: Three LOW- NO prep games for your World Language Classroom! Send me a message!

In this episode, I share three of my FAVORITE low/no prep GAMES for your World Language Classroom! Games for those days where you just "can't even!" If you love this episode, make sure to pass it on to someone else who'd benefit, because let's be real! We ALL "can't even" right now! 💜

Episode 4 Show notes and resources:

Blog about Backwards Charades

Video of us playing Backwards Charades

Reel with short written and visual description of game

Black History Black Futures - Project resources (free resources)

Bryce Hedstrom– who I learned Trashquetbol from

Trashquetbol point breakdown

Blog about Zip Zap Zoom 

Video of a class playing Zip Zap Zoom

Chio Jacoby on Instagram

Carolina of Fun for Spanish Teachers on Instagram

Video of students playing a mí también

A mí también - Resource for Spanish teachers

Moi Aussi- Resource for French Teachers

Me too!- Resource for English or ESL teachers


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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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In this episode, I share three of my FAVORITE low/no prep GAMES for your World Language Classroom! Games for those days where you just "can't even!" If you love this episode, make sure to pass it on to someone else who'd benefit, because let's be real! We ALL "can't even" right now! 💜

Episode 4 Show notes and resources:

Blog about Backwards Charades

Video of us playing Backwards Charades

Reel with short written and visual description of game

Black History Black Futures - Project resources (free resources)

Bryce Hedstrom– who I learned Trashquetbol from

Trashquetbol point breakdown

Blog about Zip Zap Zoom 

Video of a class playing Zip Zap Zoom

Chio Jacoby on Instagram

Carolina of Fun for Spanish Teachers on Instagram

Video of students playing a mí también

A mí también - Resource for Spanish teachers

Moi Aussi- Resource for French Teachers

Me too!- Resource for English or ESL teachers


Connect with me:

My Blog

My YouTube

My Instagram

My Website 

My TPT store

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-10083812 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 22:00:00 -0500 2140 1 4 full false Episode 3: Student Buy-in Episode 3: Student Buy-in Send me a message!

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

SHOW NOTES:

Brain Break:

People I follow for videos of students doing Comprehension based activities and Brain Breaks:

 Click here to connect with me on Instagram!

Transcript is available!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

SHOW NOTES:

Brain Break:

People I follow for videos of students doing Comprehension based activities and Brain Breaks:

 Click here to connect with me on Instagram!

Transcript is available!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
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Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-9870264 Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1258 1 3 full false Episode 2: FVR- The in's and out's of Free Voluntary Reading Episode 2: FVR- The in's and out's of Free Voluntary Reading Send me a message!

In this episode I talk you through the ins and outs of Free Voluntary Reading. I talk to you about how important it is to make sure the texts you have available are comprehensible as well as when, how, and in what way to introduce FVR in your classes. I also talk about what mistakes to avoid and what you should do during reading. This podcast episode is FULL of gold, and yes, I threw in a Brain Break at the end too!

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

SHOW NOTES:

Mary Overton's blog on Donor's Choose for Funding Class libraries

NEWSELA

Here are some resources to find comprehensible "readers" for your classroom: 

Watch one of Amy Marshall's Book previews here. This one is based on Mira Canion's Capibara con Botas.

Watch the Serpiente Brain Break in Action!

Click here to connect with me on Instagram!


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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In this episode I talk you through the ins and outs of Free Voluntary Reading. I talk to you about how important it is to make sure the texts you have available are comprehensible as well as when, how, and in what way to introduce FVR in your classes. I also talk about what mistakes to avoid and what you should do during reading. This podcast episode is FULL of gold, and yes, I threw in a Brain Break at the end too!

This episode is available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple podcasts! Subscribe so you're notified of new episodes!

SHOW NOTES:

Mary Overton's blog on Donor's Choose for Funding Class libraries

NEWSELA

Here are some resources to find comprehensible "readers" for your classroom: 

Watch one of Amy Marshall's Book previews here. This one is based on Mira Canion's Capibara con Botas.

Watch the Serpiente Brain Break in Action!

Click here to connect with me on Instagram!


YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-9800770 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 22:00:00 -0500 1877 1 2 full false Episode 1: Real Talk: This year sucks! Here's ten tips for protecting your mental and emotional health! 💜 Episode 1: Real Talk: This year sucks! Here's ten tips for protecting your mental and emotional health! 💜 Send me a message!

SHOW NOTES:

Click here to follow @kaylandlamar on Instagram

Click here to access the Breathing Brain Break resource for free!

Click here to connect with me on Instagram!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

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SHOW NOTES:

Click here to follow @kaylandlamar on Instagram

Click here to access the Breathing Brain Break resource for free!

Click here to connect with me on Instagram!

YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

Let's Connect!

My Blog
My YouTube
My Instagram
My Website
My TPT store
Join La Familia Loca PLC

]]> Annabelle Buzzsprout-9615338 Thu, 25 Nov 2021 23:00:00 -0500 1827 1 1 full false