LOLA LAGO Y ASOCIADOS is a gripping Spanish reader series that introduces students to the world of detective fiction through the eyes of private investigator Lola Lago and her team. Set in modern-day Spain, each title follows a standalone mystery while reinforcing high-frequency vocabulary, authentic expressions, and real-life cultural contexts.
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Contemporary, Real-World Plots
Students engage with current themes making the stories relevant and thought-provoking.
Multimodal Learning Support
Each reader includes:
- Downloadable MP3 audio
- Pre- and post-reading activities
- Vocabulary glossaries in multiple languages
- Cultural context sections
- Answer keys for independent or classroom use
Flexible Use in Higher Ed
Written for students working within Novice High to Intermediate Mid proficiency levels, the books are ideal for:
- Intermediate Spanish courses
- Reading circles
- Projects or presentations
- Homework or flipped-classroom models
1. Team Case Files
In small groups, students document the investigation from start to finish.
Focus: Collaboration, summarizing, narrative cohesion.
2. Character Diaries
Write journal entries from the perspective of Lola or another associate.
Focus: Emotional language, first-person narration, past tense.
3. Mock Trial
Recreate a courtroom scene to “try” a character.
Focus: Formal language, persuasive speaking, evidence-based reasoning.
4. Crime Board Creation
Design a visual board with connections between clues, locations, and suspects.
Focus: Organizational thinking, vocabulary retention, visual support.
5. Client Interview Simulation
Act out an intake interview with a new client.
Focus: Polite forms, question strategies, real-world interaction.
6. Write a Mini-Episode
Students script and perform a short original mystery in the style of Lola Lago.
Focus: Storytelling, collaborative writing, presentation skills.
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