• SPANISH A

    • Course Description: A comprehensive introduction to the practical use of the target language of Spanish, which explores both the self and the world around students through the lens of the culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

      Units of Study:

      Unit 1: Yo Soy Yo

      Unit Summary: Through an exploration of physical characteristics, personality descriptions, likes and dislikes, and pastime activities, students will get to know themselves.  They will also gain insight into the Spanish-speaking world by comparing and contrasting pastime activities in the United States with those in Spanish-speaking countries. They will make presentations in front of an audience of their peers about themselves.  In addition, they will greet and introduce themselves and have a basic “get to know you conversation” at the novice-mid level. As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.

      Unit 2: Mi Nueva Escuela

      Unit Summary: Through an exploration of school life and leisure activities at home and in Spanish-speaking countries (i.e. classes, schedules, school supplies, activities), students will understand that their school and after-school experiences in some ways are similar to and different from those of students in Spanish-speaking countries. They will have a novice mid-level conversation about their new school in front of an audience of their peers.  In addition, they will create a multimedia presentation about “A Week in My Life” and present it to their peers through a Gallery Walk. As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.

      Unit 3: Mi Hogar: Familia y Casa

      Unit Summary:Through an exploration of family and house at home and in Spanish-speaking countries, students will understand that their families and houses in some ways are similar to and different from those of students in Spanish-speaking countries. They will have a novice mid-level interview about a family.  In addition, they will create a multimedia presentation about “La Casa de mis Sueños” and present it to their peers through a Gallery Walk. As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.

      Unit 4: La Comida y Las Celebraciones

      Unit Summary: Through an exploration of food and celebrations, students will learn how to identify food and drinks and compare Hispanic and American mealtimes. Students at the novice mid level will role-play, ordering food and drinks in a café and paying the bill.  In addition, they will create a plan for a surprise birthday party. They will present the multimedia presentation to their peers through a gallery walk. Students will also compare and contrast their birthday celebration plan with a Quinceañera.  As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.