In this private tutoring course, third-grade students and up will learn to speak, write, read, and listen in Spanish. They will also become familiar with the culture and customs of Spanish-speaking countries. Students will develop their ability to communicate in Spanish in everyday situations, such as introducing themselves, talking about their interests and needs, and asking simple questions. Students will also acquire basic grammatical and vocabulary skills to construct sentences and express their ideas clearly.

I use games and technology tools to assist in engagement (Goggle Jamboard, Duolingo). I expect students to speak and write as we work together. 

The weekly topics are fully customizable based on student and family input of need. Below is a typical breakdown of sessions. 

Common Core Standards in Spanish:

Standard 1: Students can communicate in Spanish for functional and social purposes.

Standard 2: Students can comprehend and analyze oral and written language in Spanish.

Standard 3: Students can communicate effectively and appropriately in Spanish in everyday situations.

Standard 4: Students can understand and value the cultural diversity of Spanish-speaking countries.

Week 1 & 2: Greetings and Introductions
Learn how to greet in Spanish
Introduce oneself and others
Practice basic conversation of introduction
Read and write introduction phrases

Week 3 & 4: Basic Vocabulary
Learn the Spanish alphabet
Learn and practice basic vocabulary words, such as colors, numbers, foods, and common objects
Listen and read short stories in Spanish to increase vocabulary

Week 5 & 6: Time
Learn how to tell time in Spanish
Practice how to ask and answer about time
Use time to plan daily activities

Week 7 & 8:  Regular Verbs in Present
Learn regular verbs in present tense in Spanish
Practice conjugating verbs with different subjects
Write simple sentences with regular verbs

Week 9 & 10: Family
Learn family vocabulary in Spanish
Write and talk about one's own family
Read and write about Spanish-speaking families and their customs

Week 11 & 12: Pronouns and Irregular Verbs in Present
Learn pronouns in Spanish
Learn irregular verbs in present tense in Spanish
Practice conjugating irregular verbs with different subjects
Write simple sentences with irregular verbs


Week 12 & 14: Days of the Week and Months of the Year
Learn days of the week and months of the year in Spanish
Practice how to ask and answer about dates
Use days and months to plan events and activities

Week 15 & 16: Human Body and Health
Learn vocabulary related to the human body and health in Spanish
Write and talk about taking care of the body
Read and write about healthy habits in Spanish-speaking countries

Week 17 -20: Infinitive Verbs and Time in Past
Learn infinitive verbs in Spanish
Learn how to tell time in the past in Spanish
Practice conjugating infinitive verbs and telling time in the past
Write simple sentences using infinitive verbs and time in the past.