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Authentic Spanish

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FARO Grade Level K

$336.28

Authentic Spanish stories that develop listening, speaking, and early comprehension through rich visuals, meaningful discussion, and joyful engagement with text.

Designed to support early literacy instruction in bilingual classrooms, the FARO Kindergarten Classroom Kit blends culturally rich literature with foundational reading tools. This supplemental set empowers teachers to strengthen decoding, oral language, and vocabulary development while fostering a lifelong love for reading in Spanish.

✔️ Builds strong foundations in phonological awareness and early reading skills 
✔️ Expands vocabulary through meaningful stories, poems, and songs 
✔️ Encourages thoughtful discussion, reflection, and language play 
✔️ Supports whole-class, small-group, and intervention settings

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • La lectura creadora – Practical instructional routines to build decoding and comprehension 

  • Girasol Cartilla – Rhythmic texts aligned to syllable patterns 

  • El encuentro mágico – Guidance for using children's literature with intention 

  • Palabra amiga – A deep dive into Spanish structure for accurate instruction 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Poems and stories rooted in Latin American celebrations 

  • Las letras y sus sonidos: PreK–1 – 30 posters to anchor letter-sound knowledge and vocabulary 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Palabras – Visual vocabulary builder for oral language and description 

  • Cuentos para ti – Early stories that introduce vowels and phonemic awareness 

  • ABC de los osos – Rhyme-based character alphabet to support sound recognition and values 

  • Leo en primavera – Poems and games that connect letters to playful literacy 

  • ABC de Carmencita roja – A creative retelling that models storytelling and letter knowledge 

  • Arrullos – Traditional lullabies that foster fluency and cultural connections 

  • ¡Hola bondad! – A reflective story that builds emotional vocabulary and connection 

  • Camino a la escuela – A sensory journey that builds curiosity and oral expression 

  • El cuadradito azul – A geometric tale that supports math and self-awareness 

Aligned with core kindergarten literacy standards—including oral language development, phonological awareness, foundational print knowledge, and text comprehension—this kit provides everything educators need to inspire confident, curious readers in Spanish. 

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FARO Grade Level 1

$375.13

Accessible Spanish literature that supports emerging reading skills while encouraging oral language development, comprehension, and collaborative conversation.

The FARO First Grade Classroom Kit offers a vibrant blend of authentic Spanish texts that build early reading fluency, develop vocabulary, and spark student dialogue. Designed for bilingual classrooms, this supplemental resource helps teachers reinforce foundational skills while inviting students into joyful literary exploration and meaningful conversation.

✔️ Reinforces phonics, syllabic decoding, and print awareness 
✔️ Encourages listening, speaking, and collaborative discussions 
✔️ Promotes vocabulary growth and reading comprehension through stories and poems 
✔️ Ideal for small-group, partner reading, or whole-class read-alouds

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • La lectura creadora – Instructional strategies for early Spanish literacy 

  • Girasol Cartilla – Poetic texts aligned to phonics instruction 

  • El encuentro mágico – Guidance for integrating rich literature into Language Arts 

  • Palabra amiga – Deepens teacher expertise in Spanish orthography and grammar 

  • Las letras y sus sonidos: PreK–1 – Posters supporting letter-sound connections and decoding 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Readings that honor cultural heritage and expand vocabulary 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Gorrión, Caracol, Colibrí, Coquí – Nature-inspired stories that introduce rhythm, patterns, and reflection 

  • Dragones, grillos y piratas – Whimsical tales that expand imagination and language 

  • Rimas para reír y recordar – Playful rhymes that reinforce memory and phonological skills 

  • Picnic de sorpresas – Visual storytelling that supports sequencing and oral retelling 

  • ¡Arriba el telón! – Engaging reader’s theater stories that build fluency and expression 

  • ABC de los animales – Animal-themed alphabet rhymes that build vocabulary and letter knowledge 

  • ABC de los finales felices – Reinforces letter sounds through positive, values-based rhymes 

  • Me llamo Llama – A clever, humorous text that introduces rhyme and wordplay 

  • Ser como  – A poetic narrative that promotes empathy, comparison, and discussion 

This thoughtfully curated set supports general first grade literacy goals—such as decoding, fluency, retelling, vocabulary development, and text-based discussion—all through the lens of authentic Spanish-language literature. It’s an essential tool for nurturing confident readers and thoughtful communicators. 

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FARO Grade Level 2

$362.18

Authentic Spanish texts that strengthen reading fluency and comprehension while providing flexible opportunities for guided instruction and student interaction.

The FARO Second Grade Classroom Kit is designed to deepen students’ Spanish reading fluency and comprehension through powerful storytelling, poetry, and culturally rich narratives. This collection supports small group instruction, shared reading, and independent exploration—allowing teachers to differentiate instruction while cultivating a love for reading.

✔️ Builds fluency, expression, and reading stamina 
✔️ Expands vocabulary and comprehension through discussion-rich texts 
✔️ Encourages personal reflection, retelling, and analysis 
✔️ Supports key instructional goals for second grade literacy

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • La lectura creadora – Ready-to-use strategies that strengthen reading and writing routines 

  • Girasol Cartilla – Short texts for syllable fluency and decoding practice 

  • El encuentro mágico – Tools for integrating high-quality literature into instruction 

  • Palabra amiga – A professional reference for teaching Spanish writing conventions with clarity 

  • Las letras y sus sonidos: Grades 2–3 – 30 posters to reinforce advanced phonics and spelling patterns 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Poems and readings that bring cultural celebrations into the classroom 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Candilejas – Imaginative tales that encourage expression and theatrical reading 

  • Mediopollito – A classic folktale that teaches sequencing, problem-solving, and retelling 

  • Los zapaticos de Rosa – A poetic narrative that sparks thoughtful discussion and social awareness 

  • Me lo contó mamá, papá, tía Mireya – A beloved series that connects personal storytelling with literacy development 

  • Cuéntame un cuento de verdad, abuelita – A layered narrative that models storytelling and generational wisdom 

  • Más poderoso que yo – A fable-style story that teaches character insight and personal reflection 

  • Coral y espuma – Lyrical text that blends descriptive language with environmental themes 

  • El color del agua – A metaphor-rich text that builds inferencing and sensory language 

  • ¿A quién quieres ver? – A reflective story that opens conversations about relationships and choices 

Every title in this set was carefully selected to promote fluency, enhance comprehension, and invite deeper interaction with text—all while nurturing students’ connection to Spanish language and literature. It’s a flexible, engaging resource for whole-group reading, literature circles, or targeted interventions. 

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FARO Grade Level 3

$252.53

Purposeful Spanish literature that builds comprehension, vocabulary, and academic language through discussion, text analysis, and small-group learning.

The FARO Third Grade Classroom Kit offers an enriching selection of authentic Spanish texts that strengthen key literacy skills while introducing students to deeper comprehension, author’s craft, and oral language development. Designed to support bilingual and dual-language classrooms, this flexible collection fosters small-group dialogue, thoughtful analysis, and meaningful connections across content areas.

✔️ Advances comprehension and vocabulary through literary exploration 
✔️ Builds oral expression and critical thinking through discussion and reflection 
✔️ Introduces literary devices, narrative structure, and figurative language 
✔️ Perfect for small group, whole-class discussions, or independent reading

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • El encuentro mágico – Practical tools and literature-based strategies to deepen reading instruction 

  • Palabra amiga – Strengthens foundational knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and writing instruction 

  • Las letras y sus sonidos: Grades 2–3 – Poster set that reinforces phonics, decoding, and spelling patterns 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Stories and poetry rooted in Latin American traditions that connect language with cultural celebration 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Amistad, divino tesoro – A poetic exploration of friendship that encourages reflection, metaphor interpretation, and empathy 

  • Cuentamundos – A creative and imaginative story that supports vocabulary growth and comprehension through narrative structure 

  • Alondra y el anillo de esmeralda – A fantastical adventure that enhances figurative language, descriptive writing, and inferencing 

  • El chapulín y el león – A fable-style tale ideal for analyzing character traits, sequencing, and theme 

  • Una semilla de luz – A rich allegory encouraging text-to-world connections and abstract thinking 

  • Cuatro gorrioncitos – A touching narrative that reinforces cause-and-effect, character development, and collaborative discussion 

The third-grade kit aligns with core literacy standards focused on comprehension strategies, vocabulary development, literature analysis, and purposeful conversation—all while offering students joyful, authentic engagement with Spanish texts. 

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FARO Grade Level 4

$132.60

High-quality Spanish texts that support deeper comprehension, vocabulary growth, and academic discourse using culturally relevant, engaging literature.

The FARO Fourth Grade Classroom Kit provides a thoughtful selection of authentic Spanish literature designed to support advanced reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and promote academic discussion. Through a blend of fantasy, nonfiction, poetry, and adventure, students engage in meaningful conversations, analyze text structure, and explore themes that connect to their experiences and the world around them.

✔️ Strengthens inference, theme analysis, and literary understanding 
✔️ Promotes academic language through high-quality texts and discussion 
✔️ Builds reading stamina and vocabulary across multiple genres 
✔️ Supports both independent reading and guided instruction

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • El encuentro mágico – Strategies and guidance for choosing and teaching authentic literature effectively 

  • Palabra amiga – A foundational resource for teaching grammar, structure, and writing accuracy in Spanish 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Seasonal and cultural texts that promote cross-curricular connections and oral language development 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Pina y los piratas – A humorous, fast-paced story that encourages character analysis, prediction, and engagement 

  • Cuentos del aire y del sol – A vibrant mix of stories that highlight nature and imagination, ideal for genre study and theme exploration 

  • El vuelo de los colibríes – A poetic narrative that supports metaphor interpretation and descriptive writing 

  • La expedición de la vacuna – A nonfiction-inspired adventure that sparks inquiry and supports content-area literacy 

  • ABC del optimismo – An uplifting alphabet text that promotes vocabulary acquisition, reflective thinking, and positive language 

This kit aligns with upper elementary literacy standards that focus on theme development, vocabulary in context, and fluent academic conversation. The FARO Fourth Grade Classroom Kit is a valuable resource for building confident, thoughtful readers in Spanish. 

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FARO Grade Level 5

$112.70

Complex yet accessible Spanish literature that develops critical thinking, language precision, and discussion skills in preparation for advanced literacy.

The FARO Fifth Grade Classroom Kit offers an enriching collection of Spanish-language texts that challenge students to think critically, expand their vocabulary, and engage in thoughtful academic dialogue. These selections support the transition to more sophisticated literary analysis, making this kit ideal for advanced reading groups, literature circles, or whole-class study in bilingual classrooms.

✔️ Encourages deeper interpretation, argumentation, and text-based discussion 
✔️ Reinforces academic language and written expression in Spanish 
✔️ Introduces literary themes, narrative voice, and author’s purpose 
✔️ Ideal for preparing students for upper-grade literacy expectations

Teacher Materials Include: 

  • El encuentro mágico – Instructional insights for teaching authentic literature with depth and purpose 

  • Palabra amiga – A trusted reference for teaching grammar, orthography, and writing structure 

  • Todos los días fiesta – Poems and readings that anchor language learning in cultural celebration 

Student Materials Include: 

  • Mariana – A powerful coming-of-age story that invites character analysis, inference, and personal connection 

  • Cuentos de Carmela – A rich narrative collection perfect for exploring point of view, setting, and plot development 

  • ABC Solidario – An inspiring alphabet book that uses real-world values to strengthen vocabulary, discussion, and reflective writing 

This kit supports fifth-grade literacy standards focused on reading comprehension, vocabulary in context, and written and oral analysis—all while nurturing a love for literature and the Spanish language. 

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