Grandes personajes

Grandes personajes

This series includes biographies of some of the most relevant Spanish-speaking personalities of the 20th century.

This series is recommended for Higher Education students.

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Dalí
Dalí

ISBN: 9788416057337

Level: Intermediate Mid

9.50 USD
Frida Kahlo + CD
Frida Kahlo

ISBN: 9788484437369

Level: Intermediate High - Advanced Low

9.50 USD
García Márquez
García Márquez

ISBN: 9788416057344

Level: Intermediate Mid

9.50 USD
Lorca + CD
Lorca

ISBN: 9788484437376

Level: Intermediate High - Advanced Low

9.50 USD
Picasso + CD
Picasso

ISBN: 9788484437352

Level: Intermediate Mid

9.50 USD

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About GRANDES PERSONAJES

The GRANDES PERSONAJES series offers accessible biographies of legendary personalities from the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. Perfect for intermediate learners (ACTFL Intermediate Low to Mid), these readers combine rich cultural content with level-appropriate language support.

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Why GRANDES PERSONAJES?

  • Bring cultural icons into your classroom.
    Students connect with Spanish through powerful stories about artists, writers, and changemakers like Frida Kahlo, Gabriel García Márquez, and Che Guevara.

  • Support intermediate learners with confidence.
    Each book includes an engaging narrative adapted for ACTFL Intermediate learners, with integrated glossaries, footnotes, and cultural notes that clarify meaning and context without interrupting the reading experience.

  • Deepen cultural understanding.
    These biographies go beyond facts—they explore the historical, political, and artistic impact of key Hispanic and global figures.

 

  • Strengthen both listening and reading skills.
    Each title comes with a full audio version (CD or MP3), so students can follow along, build listening comprehension, and reinforce pronunciation.
  • Encourage meaningful reflection and communication.
    Before- and after-reading activities promote classroom discussion, critical thinking, and personal engagement—ideal for communicative learning.
  • Use flexibly across courses and formats.
    Perfect for AP® enrichment, cultural units, independent reading, or as a supplement to any intermediate-level Spanish curriculum.

 

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Go through the samples

DALÍ

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

Sample chapter

GARCÍA MÁRQUEZ

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

Sample chapter

PICASSO

Intermediate Low-Intermediate Mid

Sample chapter

Frida Kahlo

Intermediate Mid-Intermediate High

Sample chapter

LORCA

Intermediate Mid-Intermediate High

Sample chapter

How to Use GRANDES PERSONAJES in Class?

1. Timeline of a Life
Students build a visual timeline of major events in the character’s life.
Focus: Chronological order, dates, and biographical language.

2. Write a Tribute
Compose a short speech honoring the individual’s legacy.
Focus: Descriptive writing, formal tone, public speaking.

3. Character Interviews
Conduct a mock interview with the featured person, using researched questions.
Focus: Interpersonal skills, improvisation, cultural inquiry.

4. Dramatize a Moment
Stage a key event from the person’s life with scripted or improvised dialogue.
Focus: Performance, contextual vocabulary, past-tense narration.

5. Compare Two Figures
Use a Venn diagram and written reflection to compare two icons.
Focus: Comparative structures, cultural comparison, analytical writing.

6. Research Extension
Students investigate a lesser-known aspect of the person’s life or legacy.
Focus: Independent research, synthesis, personalized learning.

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