Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 19/07/2025Having several go to no prep or low prep activities that take 10 min but can stretch to 20. 2 faves that come 2 mind = Circumlocution game w a list of terms for 3 min x 3 ppl & Summary strategy (a log of what happened in class that we write together: date, time, weather, mood, activities, etc) 020 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 03/07/2025Hey @langchatpln.bsky.social friends if you know any teachers in MA NH RI pls share! Great PD opportunity in Braintree MA happening this coming Tuesday 7/8, $150 for full day includes lunch & resources! Email alodge@thayer.org to register. 010 0
Reposted by Allynn LodgeAllynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Teach for Proficiency, No Matter the Circumstance. Workshop on Tues 7/8/25 in Braintree, MA. Many WL teachers strive to embrace the @actfl.bsky.social guidelines for proficiency; yet adopting this framework takes ⏰ & adjustment... #IteachWL #langchat #edSky 121 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Teach for Proficiency, No Matter the Circumstance. Workshop on Tues 7/8/25 in Braintree, MA. Many WL teachers strive to embrace the @actfl.bsky.social guidelines for proficiency; yet adopting this framework takes ⏰ & adjustment... #IteachWL #langchat #edSky 121 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Build proficiency & community with ready-to-implement activities, including my Summary Strategy and unique approach to Star of the Day, as well as exercises that teach grammar in context and promote connection. Join me for a full-day workshop on teaching for proficiency, no matter the circumstance! 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Learn techniques that give students the repeated exposure to and understanding of the language structures that they need, while at the same time leaving room for student voice. 120 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/06/2025How can we teach for proficiency even if our curriculum is linked to a sequence of isolated grammar topics? This workshop equips teachers with strategies that can work with any curriculum. #wlteach #proficiency 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 08/05/2025it can be anything (but something accessible since they won’t have us to guide them thru it during summer months), but for the school yr, yes! I wld love more lit ideas! 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/05/2025Haha so true, esp w Google drive! it’s hard to keep straight all the files that live in there! 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 07/05/2025Alejandro and Viviana are a 2 part series; old school! my school has used them off & on forever! Ale has a magical 💍 that lets him go on a whirlwind tour of 🇪🇸 history, Vivi is same premise in 🇲🇽. 20ish chapters, 4-5 pgs, all the historical & cultural highlights told thru fun stories… 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Yesss!! Had the privilege of dining with @esme at @actfl.bsky.social thank you for reminding me abt this resource! 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Thank you so much! I think we’ve decided on Viviana y su gran aventura, do u know it? We picked it 4 a few reasons, but one is admin needs the title by tomorrow so not enough time to vet unread books. But I will check out your suggestions! want to get back into FVR. Thanks again! 110 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Thanks so much! I need to give a title to my dept head by Wednesday I just found out 110 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/05/2025I’m currently looking at some of @brycehedstrom suggestions for summer reading from a freebie doc I found online but he’s got a huge range it’s hard to narrow down! Would love any suggestions you might have! Thanks! 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/05/2025It really can be anything! a short novel would be ideal… 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 05/05/2025#langchat can anyone recommend a good summer reading book for kids going into Spanish IV honors? My school requires it. Thanks! 400 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 29/04/2025So real, I had this this weekend (and now) due to being backed up w grading #teacherpressure 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 24/04/2025Well I already found a lil typo! Should be “vieron” - but still! They loved it! 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 24/04/2025i forgot how effective a good scavenger hunt can be! #langchat #iteachwl #edsky #boston ☀️ 😆 🌱 i gave my students 10 min to do it as today’s brain break bc it’s sooo nice out. ChatGPT helped l w ideas. They came back so excited & laughing so hard (especially bc of the last one)!! 110 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 22/04/2025These days make me recall this beautiful song & video by Jesse & Joy #immigration #langchat #spanish #edblue #iteachwl youtu.be/z1EB-fI0JDI?...youtu.beJESSE & JOY - Un Besito Más (Video Oficial)YouTube video by jesseyjoyoficial 030 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/04/2025Wishing for peace in this world tonight. That no more children are hurt or killed ☮️ 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 21/03/2025Can we talk abt summer job ideas for #teachers? I’m looking for something high paying where I can grab a week here, grab a week there. Does this gig exist or is it a 🦄? How are my fellow l #langchat #edsky #edusky #iteachwl teachers making 💵 this summer? 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Pairs or 3s, whiteboards, markers & these categories: Draw vocab Draw w opposite hand Draw w eyes closed Draw in air or on partners back (most pick “backs” but “air” gives Ss an opt out of touch / personal space) Ss alternate bt who guesses & who draws. Lots of laughs & creativity 😂 🎨 #artsined 050 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 17/03/2025@theniceman.bsky.social would love to talk to you more abt dual coding. I do something related in my classroom & am working on a project abt art & memory - can you message me? 020 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Thank you for sharing this article! Has been on my mind big time! 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 13/03/2025“Try to keep it interesting (duh!) & try to focus on meaningful activities…rather than mechanical drills or random sentences for translation. On the whole, integrate the grammar teaching with communicative activity.” - @spsmith45.bsky.social thank u 4 the awesome summary! 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Oooh this is so good! “[CI], interaction & repetition are all vital…teachers can use the explicit and implicit in a synergistic way. Teach & practise grammar at the right time…but don't overdo it & remember that what we think we are teaching is not necessarily ending up in students' heads.” 110 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 12/03/2025This is an interesting idea! Do they talk just with the 2-4 ppl nearby or is it the whole room talking to one another? 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Want to give a shout out to www.boomalang.co I signed my level 4 students up for 8 convos, $6.50 per student for each 15 min convo. They ❤️ it, I ❤️ it! Thanks @actfl.bsky.social for having them at the expo in philly #langchat #iteachwl #edsky #WLteacherboomalang.coBoomalang - Authentic conversations with native speakersBringing Languages to Life. Live video conversation with trained native speakers of Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese and English located across the world. Book your free demo! 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Why do you think they didn’t hit that standard? What changed for them? 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 12/03/2025My school had made this rec in the past, but I don’t agree. i think #WLteachers need 2 work everyday 2 change the mindset that WL isn’t as impt as Math or ELA. Don’t delay study! Plus we need 2 show weak Ss they belong in WL, no waivers for level 1 IMHO! But I know im preaching to the choir here 😊 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 11/03/2025That’s a beautiful writing sample IMHO. What’s your take? 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Fellow Spanish speakers, the podcast “ojalá lo hubiera sabido antes “ is so good! Episode on when 2 intervene & advise others: did they ask 4 my help? Do I have time? Do I want 2? If no, “déjales” live and learn. More on the temptation to control others: open.spotify.com/episode/2rRb...open.spotify.com89. ¿Por qué intentamos controlar a los demás y cómo evitarlo?Ojalá lo hubiera sabido antes · Episode 040 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Waiting for prez speech to start, thinking Stephen Colbert would make a good Mike Johnson on @saturdaynightlive.bsky.social, not as perfect a lookalike as Fey & Palin, but close! 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 28/02/2025I’m all about the zero prep :) thanks for this! Altho I guess I’d need to prep the text - do you think it only works w language they are 100% familiar w or could it work for a text you know has some new vocab? 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 28/02/2025Yes! I was @nectfl.bsky.social last yr, we ate at the whiteolivesnyc.com/new-york-whi... it was spectacular! Walking distance from venue, amazing Mediterranean food, lovely ambiance, good allergen options too. Good luck on your presentation today btw!!whiteolivesnyc.comWhite Olive - Food MenuCaptivating scenery and mouthwatering flavors add to a striking culture you can feel, smell and savor in the Mediterranean.... 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 27/02/2025Fellow lang teachers, here's how to put a creative spin on lessons dealing w/ verb to be, adjectives & identity 🎨✏️✒️. Blog's here: www.allynnlodge.com/blog/arts-in... @langchatpln.bsky.social #langchat #Edsky #IteachWL #spanish #french #ELE #teach #diversity #art #sharpieallynnlodge.comArts-Infused I AM DrawingsWant a hands-on activity to do with your students? Looking for an arts-infused take on foundational vocab? How about a creative way to engage in self-reflective work? Consider doing an “I AM”... 030 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 16/02/2025The sound of the plow going by isn’t as sweet when you’re a #teacher & it’s the weekend. Another snow day falls on a Sunday here in Boston, alas! ❄️ ⛄️ 010 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 14/02/2025#langchat @langchatpln.bsky.social #iteachwl #summer #Edsky #teacher what do my fellow teachers do for 💵 in the summer? I cant work the full 8 weeks, but can do 1-2 weeks here and there. What kind of job can that be? Need some ideas! Tutoring is an option but I wanna do something different! 000 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Snow day on a non school day shouldn’t be allowed. ❄️ #boston #snow #winterwonderland 040 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 20/01/2025I love the bills but…..this Baltimore girl is saying Gooooooo Ravens! 🦀 💜 🖤 💛 🌻 #bawlmer #smalltimore #maryland #crabs #ravens #hon 020 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 16/01/2025I teach high school and am wanting to do FVR next term! Looking for recs for levels 3 and 4 100 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 12/01/2025There’s a 1 pt difference bt a B- & a C+ but the latter sends honors students into a tailspin; B- preserves relationship w teacher but C+ feels more truthful: which 2 give? Anyone else run into this conundrum when grading holistically (rubric)? #langchat #edsky #iteachwl 110 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 09/01/2025Really looking deeply at art - love that this is being promoted. www.bbc.com/travel/artic...bbc.comThe new museum trend helping us regain our lost attentionIn a Manchester art gallery, a quiet room with just three paintings is starting a mental health movement aimed at reclaiming our lost attention spans. 030 0
Allynn Lodge @allynnlodge.bsky.social · 06/01/2025@langchatpln.bsky.social Oldie but goodie 2 day. 1 student describes art on board, the other draws, switch. Pics were of protest art (end of Guernica unit). Today = Guerilla Girls, John & Yoko. 2morrow = Diego Rivera, etc. Protest art is cool. #edsky #artsined #langchat #ADI #CI #protestart 010 0