1. Javier Valera. Spanish Teacher. Shepherd E.S., Washington DC.

2. Analyze reasons to create self-made materials. Examine possible techniques to create self-made materials. Discuss ways to incorporate TPR to the materials.

3. What challenges do we face when we use text books? How can we create our own materials? How can we adapt materials to the TPR theory? What should we take in consideration when adapting materials?

5. 1. I don’t like the vocabulary of the text book.

6. 2. The chapter does not match my theme.

7. 3. There is not enough practice in the book.

8. 4. It is not politically correct.

9. 5. The vocabulary is not relevant for my students.

10. 6. Save time.