Learning Spanish is Fun! - Listening to the Reading of Bilingual Short Stories
What's included
20 live meetings
8 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Vocabulary List provided for practice outside of the classClass Experience
Beginner Level
This weekly Spanish class offers a unique and engaging approach to learning through captivating stories and interactive discussions. Each week, the teacher will read a bilingual (English and Spanish) short story that is carefully selected to capture your child's attention and imagination. As the story is being read, the teacher will emphasize preselected words in Spanish, allowing your learner to grasp their meanings and expand their vocabulary. The focus words are color-coded, making it easy for your child to see the translations and reinforce their understanding. The stories explored in this class are visually appealing and presented in a simple manner, ensuring that learners of all Spanish language skills can understand and enjoy them. There is a diverse selection of stories, including popular children's tales, original stories crafted exclusively for this class featuring an 8-year-old playful protagonist inspired by our content creator's own son, and a collection of bilingual stories. To make the learning experience even more interactive, learners are encouraged (but not required) to actively participate in the reading, whether by memorizing words or answering questions throughout the story. This hands-on approach not only helps them internalize the language but also boosts their confidence in using Spanish. As a bonus, after each class, a list of words featured in the story are provided, giving learners the opportunity to expand their Spanish vocabulary and practice using the words outside of the classroom. There is a new story each week throughout an entire year! Learners can join at any time.
Learning Goals
Expand Spanish vocabulary and gain exposure to common words and phrases.
Syllabus
20 Lessons
over 20 WeeksLesson 1:
Antonio and Leo / Antonio y Leo
Learners are introduced to Antonio and his family (loosely based on our Content Creator's own family), setting the stage for the adventures to come while learning how to introduce themselves and others.
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The 3 Little Pigs / Los 3 cerditos
Listen to Antonio's retelling of this popular Children's story in Spanish and English.
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Pam's Pizza / La pizza de Pam
Student's will learn food vocabulary through the reading of this D Level story.
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Let's Go to the Park! / ¡Vamos al parque!
Join Antonio as he shares his favorite activities at the park, allowing learners to explore vocabulary related to outdoor fun.
25 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
During class the teacher will share the story through screenshare.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
The curriculum creator of Aspire Learning Academy's Spanish classes possesses full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, as well as extensive experience as a language learner and instructor. Having started learning Spanish in high school and continuing her studies at the university level, she has built a solid foundation in reading fluency and spoken proficiency. Over the past 20+ years, she has immersed herself in the Spanish language and culture, achieving a level of fluency that allows her to read and speak Spanish without an English accent, showcasing her dedication and commitment to mastering the language.
With her firsthand experience as a non-native Spanish speaker, our curriculum creator understands the challenges and complexities that English speakers encounter when learning Spanish, enabling her to weave in explanations of concepts effectively to English-speaking learners. Leveraging insights from her own language learning journey, she offers valuable strategies to help students overcome obstacles and reach their language goals.
Since 2020, our curriculum creator has been teaching Spanish classes virtually, witnessing significant growth in her students' language abilities. Many started with minimal Spanish knowledge and, by the end of the school year, gained confidence in reading and engaging in basic conversations in Spanish. All of the other Spanish teachers at Aspire Learning Academy are native Spanish speakers, bringing an extra component to the classes that parents and students can trust that they are learning accurate language skills.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$10
weekly or $200 for 20 classes1x per week, 20 weeks
25 min
Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-10
2-6 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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