Class Experience:

In this ongoing, interactive Spanish class, young learners aged 6-8 will explore Spanish vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture through virtual field trips to Spanish-speaking countries. 🌎✈️ Each week, students will learn something new, whether it's greetings from Mexico, colors from Colombia, or traditions from Argentina. Every class is a unique experience, so children can join at any time without needing prior knowledge. Perfect for beginners, this course encourages kids to speak confidently while gaining a global perspective.

What Will Be Taught?
Students will master basic Spanish conversation skills while exploring cultural themes. Weekly topics include:

-Greetings and Goodbyes (Mexico): “¡Hola, Amigos! Mexican Greetings for Little 
   Explorers” 🇲🇽 – Learn common greetings and cultural expressions.
-Counting 1-20 (Puerto Rico and Mexico): “Counting with Coquís” 🐸 – Practice numbers 
  in Spanish with fun, Puerto Rican themes and Mexican traditions.
-Colors and Shapes (Colombia and Peru): “Rainbow of Colombia” 🌈 – Discover colors in 
  Spanish through Colombian festivals and Peruvian geometric wonders.
-Comparative Language (Chile): “Big and Small: Chile’s Amazing Landscapes” 🏔️ – Use 
  words like “grande” and “pequeño” while exploring Chile’s diverse geography.

October Focus (Sample Lessons):

* Week 6 (Sep 30 - Oct 4): : Big and Small, Tall and Short: Chile’s Amazing Landscapes
  Explore Chile’s landscapes and learn comparative languages like “grande” (big) and 
  “pequeño” (small).
    -Activities: Practice pronunciation, explore Chilean geography, and share your favorite       landscape.

* Week 7 (Oct 7 - Oct 11): : Days and Traditions from Lunes to Domingo (Spain)
   Learn the days of the week and connect them to Spanish traditions.
   -Activities: Learn pronunciation of the letter F, explore Spanish weekly routines, and    share your favorite day.

* Week 8 (Oct 14 - Oct 18): : Months and Seasons (Argentina)
   Journey through the months and seasonal activities in Argentina.
   -Activities: Practice the letter G, learn about the  Argentine seasons, and share your 
     favorite month.

* Week 9 (Oct 21 - Oct 25): : Seasons and Stories (Paraguay)
   Discover how Paraguay celebrates each season.
   -Activities: Practice the letter H, explore seasonal traditions, and share your favorite 
     celebration.

November Focus (Sample Lessons):

*Week 10 (Oct 28 - Nov 1): Clima y Tiempo (Ecuador)
  Explore Ecuador’s unique microclimates, from rainforests to mountains.
- Activities: Practice the letter I, discuss different weather patterns and share your favorite type of climate.

*Week 11 (Nov 4 - Nov 8): Emociones (Parte 1: Básicas) (Venezuela)
Feel the rhythm of Venezuela while learning basic emotions.
- *Activities: Practice the letter J, express different emotions, and talk about how music makes you feel.

*Week 12 (Nov 11 - Nov 15): Emociones (Parte 2: Situaciones) (Cuba)
Use Cuban stories to dive deeper into emotions in various situations.
- Activities: Practice the letter K, role-play situations where emotions are key, and share how certain events make you feel.

*Week 13 (Nov 18 - Nov 22): Mi Familia (El Salvador)
Celebrate family traditions from El Salvador and talk about what family means to you.
- Activities: Practice the letter L, describe your family members, and compare family traditions.

Thanksgiving Break: 🍂 No classes during the week of Thanksgiving 

Each class follows this structure:

**Warm-Up: 🖐️ Review previous lessons through greetings and games.
**Main Lesson: 📚 Learn new vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural aspects.
**Cultural Exploration: 🌍 Virtual trips to Spanish-speaking countries using authentic 
   video clips (age-appropriate and handpicked).
**Practice: 🎭 Interactive role-plays, games, and guided conversations.
**Student Sharing: 💬 Each student shares their favorite part of the lesson.

Teaching Style:

My approach is interactive and student-centered, using visuals, music, and engaging activities to make Spanish accessible and fun. I encourage active participation, helping each child build confidence in speaking Spanish.

Students will engage in:

^^Guided Discussions: 🗣️ Encouraging them to speak and share.
^^Games and Role-plays: 🧩 Fun ways to practice vocabulary and pronunciation.
^^Student Sharing: 📣 Opportunities to share thoughts and experiences.

Required Experience:

No prior Spanish knowledge is required. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to strengthen their Spanish skills.

To prioritize family time, there will be two scheduled breaks:

Thanksgiving Break: 🍂 No classes during the week of Thanksgiving 
Winter Break: ❄️ No classes during the last two weeks of December, resuming in January. 

Late Enrollment:

Each lesson is independent, so new students can join at any time. I provide quick recaps and support to help everyone feel included.