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Middle School: World Languages

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Spanish for Young Learners

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Spanish 7A

In this introductory course, students will be introduced to the basics of the Spanish language through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will learn how to introduce themselves and others, talk about interests and hobbies, ask for directions, and more! In addition to learning the language, students will also learn about the cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries. They will learn about daily life in Mexico, the history of Spain, cultural traditions in Argentina, and more! Students will participate in discussion boards, speaking practice, a culture project, and a speaking project.

Suggested grade level: 7
Prerequisites: None

Spanish 7B

In this course, students will continue getting the skills needed for speaking and interpreting Spanish. You’ll learn about activities you might enjoy with your friends, vocabulary associated with restaurants, traveling, vacations, and much more. You’ll also start learning about Spanish, Argentinian and Peruvian culture by exploring their history, cultural products and traditions. Students will participate in discussion boards, speaking practice, a culture project and a speaking project. In this course, you will continue getting the skills needed for speaking and interpreting Spanish. You’ll learn about activities you might enjoy with your friends, vocabulary associated with restaurants, traveling, vacations, and much more. You’ll also start learning about Spanish, Argentinian and Peruvian culture by exploring their history, cultural products and traditions. Students will participate in discussion boards, speaking practice, a culture project and a speaking project.

Suggested grade level: 7
Prerequisites: Spanish 7A

Spanish 8A

In this introductory course, students will continue with the basics of the Spanish language through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will learn how to discuss school subjects, various professions, and their daily routines. In addition to learning the language, students will also learn about the cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries. They will learn about the history, daily life, and cultural products of Venezuela and Chile. Students will participate in discussion boards, speaking practice, a culture project, and a speaking project.

Suggested grade level: A
Prerequisites: Spanish 7B

Spanish 8B

In this introductory course, students will continue with the basics of the Spanish language through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students will learn how to discuss illness and injuries, shopping, and money. In addition to learning the language, students will also learn about the cultures of some Spanish-speaking countries. They will learn about the history, daily life, and cultural products of Ecuador, Guatemala, and Cuba. Students will participate in discussion boards, speaking practice, a culture project, and a speaking project.

Suggested grade level: 8
Prerequisites: Spanish 8A