Bilingual resources designed to help Spanish-speaking students succeed on the FAST assessment while building academic English.
Guia de Vocabulario de Matematicas
Complete bilingual guide to Grade 4 math vocabulary. Includes fractions, decimals, multi-digit operations, geometry terms with Spanish translations and visual examples.
Guia de Vocabulario de Lectura
Essential reading and language arts vocabulary for Grade 4. Covers theme, point of view, text structure, author's purpose, figurative language, and more.
Lista de Cognados
Leverage your Spanish! Many English academic words are similar to Spanish. This reference helps students recognize and use cognates to understand test questions faster.
Estrategias para el Examen
Bilingual guide to understanding FAST test format and question types. Includes strategies for multiple choice, evidence-based questions, and time management.
Guia para Padres en Espanol
Complete guide in Spanish for parents to support their child's FAST preparation at home. Includes activities, conversation starters, and progress tracking.
Start with Cognates! Spanish-speaking students often have more academic vocabulary than they realize. Beginning with cognate recognition builds confidence and provides a bridge to new terms. For example, "fraction/fraccion," "multiplication/multiplicacion," and "character/caracter" are nearly identical in both languages.