Spanish · Spanish 1
SEL activities for EntreCulturas 1
17 RoseThread Connect activities matched to the chapters of EntreCulturas 1 (Wayside Publishing). Each one teaches the chapter's content and builds one Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skill in about 20 minutes.
We look only at each book's table of contents (chapter titles and topics) to suggest activities that fit the flow of your course. We don't use or reproduce any textbook content, and your edition's chapter order may differ slightly. RoseThread Connect is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by these publishers.
Unidad 1: ¡Hola, mucho gusto!
- ¿Cómo estás de verdad? Self-awareness · Spanish 1Students learn greetings and practice giving an honest answer instead of an automatic "bien".
- Mi nombre, mi historia Self-awareness · Spanish 1Students introduce themselves and share one true story about their name.
- Lo que me importa Self-awareness · Spanish 1Students connect what they like to do with what they value.
- Mis fortalezas Self-awareness · Spanish 1Students describe themselves with "ser" and name strengths a classmate sees in them.
Unidad 2: La escuela de la vida
- Mi horario, mis metas Self-management · Spanish 1Students map their class schedule and set one goal for their hardest class.
- Lo que tengo que hacer Self-management · Spanish 1Students sort obligations and choices and plan what comes first.
- Mi plan para calmarme Self-management · Spanish 1Students find the stressful moments in their day and plan a calming move for each.
- Una meta para el semestre Self-management · Spanish 1Students use "ir a" to write a semester goal and the first three steps.
Unidad 3: Mi familia es tu familia
- Mi familia, tu familia Social awareness · Spanish 1Students describe family in ways that honor every kind of family.
- Más allá de las apariencias Social awareness · Spanish 1Students describe people and practice going beyond looks to character.
- Decir que no con respeto Relationship skills · Spanish 1Students accept and decline invitations, practicing a kind and firm no.
Unidad 4: La comida es cultura
- La mesa de mi casa Social awareness · Spanish 1Students compare family meals and practice curiosity about other tables.
- Pedir con respeto Relationship skills · Spanish 1Students order food and practice choosing respectful language for each person.
- ¿Lo necesito o lo quiero? Responsible decision-making · Spanish 1Students shop on a budget and sort needs from wants.
Unidad 5: ¡A pasarla bien!
- Decir que no con respeto Relationship skills · Spanish 1Students accept and decline invitations, practicing a kind and firm no.
- Tradiciones comparadas Social awareness · Spanish 1Students compare holiday traditions with "más que" and "menos que".
- Ver el mundo con otros ojos Social awareness · Spanish 1Students plan a trip and imagine daily life through a local's eyes.
Unidad 6: Caminando por el mundo
- Pequeñas decisiones, gran impacto Responsible decision-making · Spanish 1Students use "deber" to weigh small daily choices for the planet.
- Ver el mundo con otros ojos Social awareness · Spanish 1Students plan a trip and imagine daily life through a local's eyes.
RoseThread Connect activities are drafted with the help of AI and shaped by educators. Students never have to share anything personal. Our five SEL skills are informed by CASEL's SEL Framework; RoseThread Learning is not affiliated with or endorsed by CASEL.