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In this interactive IGCSE Spanish lesson, students explore the controversial topic of San Fermín, bull runs, cultural traditions and animal welfare while developing key skills in speaking, reading, vocabulary and grammar. The lesson begins with a warm-up based on opinion questions about festivals, traditions and animals, designed to activate prior vocabulary and encourage students to speak in Spanish from the start. Students then read and discuss two opposing opinions: Joaquín wants to go to San Fermín, run the bull runs and enjoy the famous festival atmosphere. Dylan, however, does not want to take part because he believes animals suffer and does not want to be involved in animal abuse. Through reading activities, flashcards, vocabulary practice, quiz questions, true or false tasks, correction of false statements and debate prompts, students learn how to express opinions clearly and respectfully in Spanish. Students practise vocabulary related to festivals, traditions, bull runs, animal rights, ethics, culture, tourism, entertainment, suffering and personal values. They also strengthen their grammar by conjugating verbs in six key verb tenses, including the present, preterite, imperfect, present perfect, near future and subjunctive. This lesson helps students discuss real-world questions such as whether traditions should continue if animals suffer, whether tourism supports controversial practices, whether culture can change over time, and whether people should refuse to attend events involving animal cruelty. The lesson also includes useful speaking structures, connectors and debate phrases to help learners justify opinions, compare arguments, agree or disagree, give examples and conclude answers effectively. It is ideal for IGCSE Spanish speaking and reading preparation, especially for students who need to talk about festivals, customs, free time, tourism, animals, ethics, social issues and personal opinions. A thought-provoking and communicative Spanish le
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