C.I. Article: Las casas mexicanas [¿Cómo es tu casa? - 6B: Auténtico/Realidades]

This is a COMPLETELY EDITABLE comprehensible input-based article that will allow for students to contextually process the vocabulary in Spanish that relates to house and home. This article is about some traditional elements of decoration and styling in Mexican homes. It includes elements such as the use of color, the incorporation of plants, and los azulejos while also slightly touching on Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo. The reading is comprehensible for novice learners.

This article pairs well with Unit 6B of Auténtico/Realidades 1: ¿Cómo es tu casa?

The article also includes five activities:

1. A pre-reading activity where students notice/wonder/make observations about Mexican homes through the use of pictures

2. Multiple Choice questions in Spanish to check for comprehension

3. Short Answer questions in Spanish to check for comprehension

4. Personalized Questions in Spanish where students reflect on their own preferences for their home.

5. Discuss Questions in Spanish where students ask classmates personalized questions and record their responses.

Since this resource is completely editable, feel free to modify the article and/or activities to meet the needs/levels of your students! :D