by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Feb 27, 2026 | Planning, Teaching
Does it ever feel like you fly through a unit… only for your students to forget everything the moment it’s over? I get it, profe. That used to happen to me all the time. We’d finish a project, assess, wrap things up… and then immediately jump into the next unit. No...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Dec 17, 2025 | Planning
We’ve all been there: That moment of panic when you wake up sick, your voice is gone, and you realize… you don’t have sub plans ready. The dread sets in fast, profe. Whether you’re out sick, attending professional development, or just need a day to breathe, you...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Apr 23, 2025 | Comprehensible Input, Planning, Teaching, Uncategorized
A 90-minute class period can feel like an eternity for both students and teachers if it’s not well-structured. Without a solid plan, students may lose focus, and the time can drag on. However, when designed effectively, a 90-minute block can fly by—filled with...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Apr 7, 2025 | Planning, Reading, Teaching
What if your students could acquire Spanish naturally—without memorizing endless vocab lists? It sounds too good to be true, right profe? But with Acquisition-Driven Instruction (ADI), students can develop language proficiency by engaging with meaningful and...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Jan 27, 2025 | Community, Differentiation, Planning, Teaching
Now, you know I love differentiation, profe. When it comes to supporting all of our students, I am 100% here for it. I know a lot of teachers say: “All teachers are special education teachers,” and it’s true.That being said, supporting students with Individualized...
by Kathryn @ Kosmik Teaching | Dec 26, 2024 | Authentic Resources, Back to School, Community, Comprehensible Input, Holidays, Planning, Reading, Review, Teaching
The winter holidays are a special time for rest, reflection, and spending time with loved ones. But when the decorations come down and it’s time to get back to work, the transition can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. Para los alumnos and especially for the...
