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Episode 187: End-of-Year Activities for World Language Classes (Low-Prep Ideas That Work) With Allison Wienhold

• Claudia Elliott, World Language educator

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The end of the school year can feel chaotic: testing, low energy, and unpredictable schedules.  So what do you actually do with your students during those final weeks?

In this episode of Growing With Proficiency, I sit down with Allison Wienhold (Mis Clases Locas) to share simple, low-prep end-of-year activities for world language classes that keep students engaged without burning you out.

We talk about how to balance review, celebration, and connection while staying true to a communicative, comprehension-based approach. Whether you need movement, easy games, or meaningful ways for students to show what they’ve learned, this episode is full of ideas you can use right away.


✨ Biggest Takeaways

  • Why the end of the year is a different season for both students and teachers—and how to plan accordingly
  • How to use conversation cards + movement for engaging review
  • Easy ways to turn any activity into a gallery walk or walk & talk
  • Low-prep games like:
    • 1-2-3 Jump
    • Team Marker Game (whole-group version)
    • Relay-style Quizlet/Kahoot/Blooket
  • A meaningful self-portrait project to make learning visible
  • How to talk about future plans and goals with students
  • Simple ways to use movies without creating a full unit


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Claudia Elliott

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