• SPANISH B

    Course Description: A comprehensive introduction to the practical use of the target language of Spanish, which explores both self and the world around students through the lens of the culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
     
    Units of Study:
     
    Unit 1:   Vamos a Recordar
     

    Unit Summary:  Through a review, students will reinforce and expand upon key concepts learned in Spanish A.  Students will additionally explore the Hispanic Holiday: El Día de los Muertos and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.  As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.

    Unit 2:   Vamos de Compras al Mercado
     
    Unit Summary:  Through an exploration of “El Mercado”, students will learn to identify and describe food and clothing on display at the market.  In addition, they will learn how to make purchases and bargain with shop owners to get a good price.  At the same time, they will also gain insight into the Spanish speaking world by comparing and contrasting shopping activities in the United States with those in Spanish-speaking countries. After investigating several famous Hispanic designers, students will create, narrate, and present a fashion show in front of an audience of their peers. They will describe clothing, colors, styles, when you wear the outfit, and express your preferences and opinions.  As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.
     
    Unit 3:  La Copa Mundial
     
    Unit Summary: Through an exploration of “soccer”, students will learn to identify and describe vocabulary related to soccer.  After investigating several famous Hispanic soccer players, partners will create and present a soccer game broadcast by saying actions that are happening now (Present Progressive).  At the same time, they will also gain insight into the role that soccer plays in Hispanic culture.  Finally, groups will create a presentation to persuade their classmates that their Spanish-speaking country should host the World Cup. As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level. 
     
    Unit 4: Buen Viaje
     

    Unit Summary: Through an exploration of travel in Spanish speaking countries, students will understand that vacation activities in their country are in some ways similar to and different from those of Spanish speaking countries. They will have a novice mid-level comprehensive role-play between an airline agent and a customer.  In addition, teams will travel through the Spanish-speaking world by participating in THE AMAZING RACE.   As students progress through their studies, they will strive to continue to communicate at the novice-mid level.