This three-part series* guides educators through the Spanish Reading Tapestry, a linguistically authentic framework for teaching reading in Spanish and building meaningful cross-linguistic connections between Spanish and English. Participants will explore key differences between Spanish and English, learn how to design lessons that foster language transfer, and practice applying research-based strategies to real classroom contexts. Each session combines practical tools with collaborative reflection to help teachers confidently support Spanish literacy and bilingual development.
In this virtual Part 2 follow up session, participants will dive deeper into the practical side of cross-linguistic teaching. We will revisit key learnings from Part 1, share initial classroom experiences, and explore the Language Link Framework—a step-by-step approach for crafting lessons that bridge Spanish and English. Educators will begin drafting their own cross-linguistic lesson plans, gaining clarity on how to translate theory into action.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss successes and questions from initial implementation
- Describe the purpose and structure of cross-linguistic instruction
- Begin drafting a Language Link lesson plan
Facilitator: Rocio del Castillo
*Note: Collaborative members will use ONE Thought Leader Series (TLS) seat to attend this three-part series.
