German for Friends (Beginners) Homeschool Class Full Curriculum
In this 20-week course, learners will learn to communicate in German.
Worldlanguage Explorers by Nadine, M. Ed.
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What's included
20 live meetings
15 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. The learners will receive additional learning materials such as PDFs, online quizzes or creative tasks to work on as asynchronous work. It is not mandatory to do the work, but regular revision of vocabulary in particular will help to have the best learning outcome when studying languages.Assessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Guten Tag! Sprichst Du Deutsch?* Are you ready to embark on a linguistic adventure? This class is the perfect opportunity for beginners to dive into the German language and culture while having fun! Why this class? This interactive 20-week journey is for learners who dream of speaking German confidently. From greeting people with “Guten Tag!” to presenting their own little projects, we’ll focus on conversation-driven learning in a relaxed and immersive environment. Our weekly 45-minute live sessions emphasize both confidence and creativity. You’ll build strong communication skills while having fun with interactive activities. Oh, and did we mention the practice materials are designed to make language learning your new favorite hobby? What Skills Will You Build? In every class, we’ll combine: 🎧 Listening: Short, sharp audio exercises for quick comprehension. 🗣️ Speaking: Words, phrases, and everyday conversations to bring German to life. 📖 Reading: Exploring texts, comics, and stories that capture your imagination. ✍️ Writing: From crafting sentences to expressing your thoughts in German. We’ll focus on learners' interactions through activities like games, skits, role-playing, and even cultural exploration. Each week offers a unique theme—we’ll delve into topics like: Greetings & Colors | Food & Hobbies | Shopping | Birthdays & Celebrations And more! Closer to Christmas, we’ll even dive into festive crafts and songs to enrich your cultural learning. What's unique about this course? Interactive Learning: Speak, laugh, play games, and learn! Creative Activities: From German comics to making invitations, every session promises variety. Personalized Approach: Flexible teaching style tailored to meet YOUR needs. Grammar? Easy-peasy: I’ll break it down in English or French as needed! Course Highlights You’ll use unique resources I’ve developed over 16 years of teaching, including: Fun games and collaborative projects Handy grammar tables, verb lists, and glossaries Videos, photos, and stories to bring the language to life By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident presenting yourself in German, engaging in everyday dialogues, and maybe even hosting a party… like a true German! Be part of our learning adventure! Looking forward to seeing you in our German for Friends course. 🥳 Bis bald, Nadine Worldlanguage Explorers
Learning Goals
Learners will learn basic German vocabulary (A.1., A1.2.)Learners will be able to talk about themselves and everyday dialogues.
Syllabus
10 Units
20 Lessons
over 20 WeeksUnit 1: Guten Tag!
Lesson 1:
Greetings, alphabet, pronunciation, how to introduce yourself
We kick things off with a warm “Guten Tag!” as we learn greetings, the German alphabet, and pronunciation basics. By the end of this class, you’ll be confidently introducing yourself in German! 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Numbers, basic colours, talking about the weather
Time to solidify the foundation with a fun revision of Week 1 and dive into numbers, basic colors, and how to chat about the weather. Perfect for those “Wie ist das Wetter?” moments! 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Family and friends
Lesson 3:
Talking about family and friends
Practice makes perfect! We’ll review previous lessons and start talking about family and friends. Get ready to share stories about your loved ones in German! 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 3: Food and beverages
Lesson 4:
Food and Beverages (preferences)
Who doesn’t love food? This week, we’ll revise and discuss preferences for food and beverages while learning essential vocabulary that will make dining out in Germany a breeze. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In this class, we will occasionally use Nearpod and Kahoot Quizzes through a link that the teacher shares with the learner. The learner will not need to sign in. In addition, we might use a Google document for written assignments and vocabulary. Occasionally, the teacher will share educational, appropriate youtube videos to provide additional material.
Supply List
Learners might need a pen and some paper to take notes or draw during class, and they can also use any other digital note-taking app.
Language of Instruction
German (Level: A1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Hamburg
Master's Degree in Linguistics from Heriot-Watt University
I am a Native Speaker of German, born and raised in Germany, certified to teach in Germany and Canada. I speak German with no accent and I have taught languages for more than 15 years in public and private schools in Germany, France, UK, Canada, and online.Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week, 20 weeks
45 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-6 learners per class
