Beginner Spanish Winter Themed Course!
In this fun and engaging course, students will meet 6 times to learn how to talk about the weather, seasons, winter activities, and winter clothing. Class material is presented and reviewed through play-acting, drawing, and games!
Babbling Brook Language School by Miss Jocelyn
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What's included
6 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
There will be minimal work to do outside of class, however, it is highly suggested that families encourage their children to practice the new vocabulary and concepts outside of the classroom. Practicing outside of class will give students the opportunity to relate the class material to their own life and environment which will help cement the new language in their brains. Occasionally additional activities for children to do outside of class will be posted in the classroom dashboard. These are optional but highly encouraged!Class Experience
🌟 Who is this class for? 1) This class is designed for beginner Spanish students. 2) Students with little to no previous exposure to the Spanish language are welcome! 3) Students who want to not only learn Spanish but also have fun! 4) Students who do well with small class sizes (6 students or less). ********* 🌟 About the Course 1) This course meets twice a week for 3 weeks. 2) This course focuses on how to talk about the weather, the seasons, winter activities, and winter clothing. Students learn winter vocabulary and verbs that will allow them to communicate in short sentences about the wintertime. 3) Newly learned vocabulary and verbs are reinforced by drawing pictures, creating a snowman, playing Bingo, incorpoating movements and playing charades. ********* 🌟 Course Breakdown Class #1: Welcome! Let's learn the 4 seasons. 1) Invierno -Winter 2) Verano- Summer 3) Primavera- Spring 4) Otoño- Fall/Autumn Class #2: Season review and introduction to weather vocabulary. 1) ¿Cómo es el clima? -How is the weather 2) Hace...frio, calor, sol, -It is cold, hot, sunny 3) Hay...nieve, hielo, viento - There is snow, ice, wind Class #3: Let's learn winter clothing vocabulary! 1) La Bufanda- Scarf 2) Los Guantes- Gloves 3) El Gorro- Hat 4) La Chaqueta- Jacket Verb: Llevar- to wear Class #4: Winter weather vocabulary continued. 1) Students apply what they've learned and talk about the different seasons, the weather in each season and what they can wear during the winter season! Class #5: Let's learn about winter activities! 1) Me Gusta/no me gusta-I like/I do not like... 2) Hacer un hombre de Nieve- to make a snowman 3) Lanzar bolas de nieve- to throw snow balls 4) Yo lanzo una bola de nieve- I throw a snow ball 5) Yo hago un hombre de nieve- I make a snowman Class #6: Course Review. 1) Review the vocabulary and sentence frames we've been learning by playing a game of bingo! ********* 🌟Teaching Approach 1) Our number one priority is making your student feel welcome and included. We understand that when students feel comfortable they are more open to learning new things. 2) Vocabulary in this course is learned through exaggerated facial expressions, TPR (total physical response), pictures, games, and props to help your child make associations between new words and their meaning. 3) Teachers speak slowly and clearly and model sentence frames and vocabulary for students. After modeling the sentence frames the students and teacher will practice them in a call and response manner. 4) Class activities include a mix of speaking, listening and writing/drawing activities. Teachers may utilize Nearpod (https://nearpod.com/) in class presentations so that students can demonstrate their understanding in a nonverbal manner by drawing on presentation slides. 6) This course is designed to give students repeat exposure to the target vocabulary and sentence frames so they have plenty of opportunities to practice and master the lesson objectives. Our teachers are so excited to share their love of the Spanish language with your students through fun and interactive activities! Nos Vemos Pronto :) ***************** TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Language or Education Background (Bachelors Degree and/or Teaching Certificate) 2) Native or Fluent Speaker 3) 5+ Years of Experience Working With Youth 4) Have Travelled or Lived in a Country or Territory Where Language is Spoken. 5) Believe in Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Environment For All Students to Learn ****************** REFUNDS & TRANSFERS: Per Outschool's limited refund policy: "Full refund within 24 hours of purchase or up to a week in advance of the class."
Learning Goals
In this course we will learn:
🌟 How to identify the four seasons-
1) Invierno -Winter
2) Verano- Summer
3) Primavera- Spring
4) Otoño- Fall/Autumn
🌟 Ask/talk about the weather-
1) ¿Cómo es el clima? -How is the weather
2) Hace...frio, calor, sol, -It is cold, hot, sunny
3) Hay...nieve, hielo, viento - There is snow, ice, wind
🌟 Identify Winter Clothing- Ropa de Invierno
1) La Bufanda- Scarf
2) Los Guantes- Gloves
3) El Gorro- Hat
4) La Chaqueta- Jacket
Verb: Llevar- to wear
🌟 Students will learn several of the winter activities below (as time allows):
1) Me Gusta/no me gusta-I like/I do not like
2) Hacer un hombre de Nieve- Make a snowman
3) Lanzar bolas de nieve- Throw snow balls
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In this course, teachers may integrate interactive features in their presentations using nearpod (https://nearpod.com/). This will allow students to draw on the presentation slides and demonstrate their knowledge in a nonverbal manner in addition to speaking activities and exercises. No account is needed for this online tool.
Before class, a link will be posted in the classroom portal that will allow students to access this interactive slideshow. On select slides, students will be able to draw and complete activities. They can submit their work to the teacher so they can gauge their progress and understanding of the class objectives.
Supply List
In this course, students will need minimal supplies. Information for this class will be presented via Nearpod presentations (a link will be sent to participants via the chatbox and the classroom dashboard). No account is necessary to access this online tool. Upon enrollment you will receive a step-by-step document explaining how to use this tool. In the event you prefer not to use this tool the teacher will screen share activities with the students and provide worksheets that can be printed. Depending on how quickly the students go through the material we may have time to do additional exercises to practice the vocabulary. Please have your student bring a piece of paper and something to draw with to each class. If time allows we will use these materials to continue practicing the new words. They should come prepared to speak Spanish, interact with their classmates, and have fun! If there are any additional supplies or printable activities they will be listed in the classroom section before the class begins. If you do not have access to a printer please let us know so the teacher can plan an alternative way for your child to participate and engage with specific activities!
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
Spanish
Joined June, 2020
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181reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Buckingham
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Nazareth College of Rochester NY
Hello! We are the Babbling Brook Language School; THE place for young learners to get introduced to a new language. We are a passionate group of teachers who have created an online classroom environment where students feel empowered to learn, grow and develop their language skills.
We aim to make our classes as engaging, inclusive, and collaborative as possible because we believe that when students actively engage in the learning process they not only have more fun but also learn better. We look forward to sharing our passion for language learning and empowering your child to use their voices and communicate their thoughts and ideas!
TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS:
1) Language or Education Background (Bachelors Degree and/or Teaching Certificate)
2) Native or Fluent Speaker
3) 5+ Years of Experience Working With Youth
4) Have Travelled or Lived in a Country or Territory Where Language is Spoken.
5) Believe in Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Environment For All Students to Learn. Our organization has achieved Outschool's ACE Educator status. You can learn more here~https://teach.outschool.com/ace-framework/#:~:text=ACE%20Educator%20learning%20opportunities&text=You%20are%20never%20required%20to,participate%20in%20more%20than%20one).
OUR TEACHING METHODS & PHILOSOPHY:
Our organization has achieved Outschool's ACE educator status. You can learn more here https://teach.outschool.com/ace-framework/#:~:text=ACE%20Educator%20learning%20opportunities&text=You%20are%20never%20required%20to,participate%20in%20more%20than%20one). Our courses are designed to give students repeat exposure to the target vocabulary, sentence frames, and grammar concepts so they have plenty of opportunities to practice and master the lesson objectives. Class sizes are small so that every child in attendance has plenty of opportunities to practice the new vocabulary and build their confidence in a small class environment. We value communication over perfection because we understand that the more comfortable someone feels the more they will be inspired to speak. We correct students in a thoughtful way that encourages them to continue learning and avoid becoming discouraged. Learning any new language takes time and practice and with repeat exposure and encouragement, we know they will see success! We use a variety of tools and methods to help your child learn a new language including exaggerated facial expressions, TPR (total physical response), pictures, games, and props. Teachers are patient and speak slowly and clearly to model sentence frames, proper pronunciation and vocabulary for students. In addition to speaking/verbal activities, some classes will utilize online tools that allow students to demonstrate their understanding in a nonverbal manner by drawing on the presentation slides or completing interactive activities. We cannot wait to meet your child in class soon!Reviews
Live Group Class
$80
for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
30 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
3-6 learners per class
