Spanish Storytime! Vocabulary, Writing, Immersion, Theatre and Poetry (Waldorf)
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. 3-6 throughout the classAssessment
includedClass Experience
Beginner - Intermediate Level
✍️ Looking for the most engaging way for your child to be immersed in the Spanish language while developing comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills? Join this class to be transported to a world where stories come alive. 🎭 Students will witness the magic of storytelling unfold in a captivating table theatre. 👑 The tale of 'El Rey Rico' is presented in rhyming verse (in two chapters). Before and after the story segments, students will work with vocabulary and phrases to improve their comprehension. They will be guided to answer questions to summarize the story. 📢 This is a SELF-PACED (flex) class with NO live meetings. Your learner will be engaged through a variety of activities. There are *eight* video lessons of approximately 20 minutes each and two homework worksheets plus a set of cards to play vocabulary games. Advance at your own pace! 🍎 Refer to the SYLLABUS section for more details on the course content. SPANISH LANGUAGE LEVEL | This course is suitable for: ✅ Beginner learners with at least one year of experience in Spanish immersion ✅ Intermediate level Spanish speakers ✅ Heritage Spanish speakers who need practice with writing & spelling 👩🏻🏫 Why learn Spanish through a RHYMING STORY? (following Waldorf-inspired pedagogical principles) ✏ Phonemic Awareness: Rhyming lays the foundation for advanced phonemic awareness, crucial for reading and spelling. ✏ Auditory Discrimination & Memory: The beat, rhythmic sequences, and repetitions of words in rhymes improve listening skills and enhance memory. ✏ Rich Language: Exposure to rhyming stories provides a wide range of vocabulary and expressions. ✏ Oral Storytelling & Concentration: Rhyming stories encourage learners to engage in oral storytelling and poetry. 👓 AGE: If your learner is not in the age range mentioned, they can still enroll. ⏰ In this SELF-PACED class, you will have access to videos and resources for 12 months from the date of purchase. 💖 Click "Follow" on our organization profile (WONDERSTAND) to find out more about our offerings. 💫
Learning Goals
🍎 TASKS & OBJECTIVES:
1. Listening & Comprehension
Follow along with the narrative and visual aids.
2. Vocabulary Building
Expand Spanish vocabulary by learning and using new words in context.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Rhyming Story Part 1 Oral Comprehension & Following a Narrative
Recognizing and learning vocabulary and phrases in the context of a narrative
Integrating the story through art
Lesson 2:
Rhyming Story Part 2 Oral Comprehension & Following a Narrative
Recognizing and writing vocabulary and phrases in the context of a narrative
Expanding vocabulary and recalling phrases from the narrative
Lesson 3:
Playing with words Homework: Complete the sentences
Expanding vocabulary and recalling phrases from the narrative
Working with spelling and word patterns
Lesson 4:
Recalling & Summarizing Homework: Character dialogues
Writing about the story while exploring vocabulary, spelling and sentence structure
Integrating the story through art
Reading what we've written
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
LANGUAGE LEVEL | This course is suitable for:
✅ Beginner learners with at least one year of experience in Spanish immersion
✅ Intermediate level Spanish speakers
✅ Heritage Spanish speakers who need practice with writing & spelling
Supply List
* Printouts * Pencils and crayons * Notebook
1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
Spanish
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Queen's University
Ms. Karin is a certified Waldorf teacher for grades 1-8, fluent in four languages, and passionate about linguistic creativity. During her 14 years of teaching, she has crafted scripts for plays, poems, and narratives. Her works delve into the musicality of language, weaving captivating stories that engage both heart and mind.
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Self-Paced Course
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Ages: 6-10