Estamos alistándonos para la fiesta

A ready-to-use worksheet that brings reflexive verbs to life through the engaging context of getting ready for a party.

What's included

• Clear explanations of reflexive pronoun placement in the present continuous tense (before 'estar' or attached to the gerund)
• Guidance on when to add accents to gerunds with attached pronouns
• A challenging translation task on getting dressed for a party, complete with a helpful word list for differentiation

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How to use this resource

This worksheet is ideal for consolidating reflexive verb usage with Higher tier GCSE or A-level students who are already familiar with the basics. Start by reviewing the explanation of pronoun placement with your class, then work through the activities progressively. The translation task works brilliantly as independent practice or homework, whilst the word list allows you to differentiate effortlessly for students who need additional support. You could also use the 'getting ready for a party' context as a springboard for speaking or writing tasks about daily routines and special occasions.

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