Category Archives: German Festivals and Traditions

National Foreign Language Week (US): 5–11 March 2012

It was back in 1957 that the National Council of Alpha Mu Gamma was inspired by its then National President to make the United States aware of the need for and importance of foreign language study through the celebration of NFLW. … Continue reading

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Christmas in Spain: free teaching resource

Sorry, not a holiday but some ideas to investigate how Christmas is celebrated in Spain.

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Back to school in Germany – free German teaching resource

Do your students know what schools are like in Germany? They may be surprised to find that German children feel stressed by the amount of work they have to do.

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August’s free quiz is about Germany

This month’s quiz tests your general knowledge about Germany.

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Free Creative Teaching Resource #18

April Fool’s Day is celebrated in many countries. Some evidence suggests it originates from Germany. How about sharing a French or German ‘knock, knock’ joke for April Fool’s Day with someone?

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