This eleventh guide continues to focus on new topics, fun vocabulary, and interactive scenarios to keep Spanish-speaking kids engaged while learning English. The themes are relatable, imaginative, and perfect for sparking curiosity.
1. New Topics to Learn
This guide includes topics that mix practical language and creative exploration:
- At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
- In the Kitchen / En la Cocina
- Weather and Seasons / Clima y Estaciones
- Shapes and Patterns / Formas y Patrones
- On the Farm / En la Granja
- Favorite Toys / Juguetes Favoritos
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
- Elephant / Elefante
- Giraffe / Jirafa
- Monkey / Mono
- Zebra / Cebra
- Snake / Serpiente
- Kangaroo / Canguro
B. In the Kitchen / En la Cocina
- Plate / Plato
- Fork / Tenedor
- Knife / Cuchillo
- Pan / Sartén
- Oven / Horno
- Fridge / Refrigerador
C. Weather and Seasons / Clima y Estaciones
- Sunny / Soleado
- Rainy / Lluvioso
- Snowy / Nevado
- Windy / Ventoso
- Warm / Cálido
- Cold / Frío
D. Shapes and Patterns / Formas y Patrones
- Circle / Círculo
- Square / Cuadrado
- Triangle / Triángulo
- Star / Estrella
- Stripes / Rayas
- Polka dots / Lunares
E. On the Farm / En la Granja
- Cow / Vaca
- Chicken / Pollo
- Sheep / Oveja
- Pig / Cerdo
- Tractor / Tractor
- Barn / Granero
F. Favorite Toys / Juguetes Favoritos
- Doll / Muñeca
- Ball / Pelota
- Puzzle / Rompecabezas
- Robot / Robot
- Blocks / Bloques
- Stuffed animal / Peluche
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “What’s your favorite animal at the zoo?” / “¿Cuál es tu animal favorito en el zoológico?”
“I like elephants.” / “Me gustan los elefantes.” - “What’s the weather like today?” / “¿Cómo está el clima hoy?”
“It’s sunny and warm.” / “Está soleado y cálido.” - “Can you pass me the plate?” / “¿Me puedes pasar el plato?”
“Here you go!” / “¡Aquí tienes!” - “What shape is this?” / “¿Qué forma es esta?”
“It’s a triangle.” / “Es un triángulo.” - “What’s on the farm?” / “¿Qué hay en la granja?”
“There are cows and chickens.” / “Hay vacas y pollos.” - “What’s your favorite toy?” / “¿Cuál es tu juguete favorito?”
“I like my robot!” / “¡Me gusta mi robot!”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
English:
Mom: “What do you want to see first at the zoo?”
Tommy: “Let’s see the giraffes! They’re so tall.”
Mom: “Okay, then we can visit the monkeys.”
Tommy: “Yay! I love monkeys!”
Español:
Mamá: “¿Qué quieres ver primero en el zoológico?”
Tommy: “¡Vamos a ver las jirafas! Son muy altas.”
Mamá: “Está bien, luego podemos visitar a los monos.”
Tommy: “¡Sí! ¡Me encantan los monos!”
Conversation 2: In the Kitchen / En la Cocina
English:
Dad: “Can you help me set the table, Lily?”
Lily: “Sure! Where are the plates and forks?”
Dad: “They’re in the cupboard. Be careful!”
Lily: “Got it! The table is ready.”
Español:
Papá: “¿Puedes ayudarme a poner la mesa, Lily?”
Lily: “¡Claro! ¿Dónde están los platos y los tenedores?”
Papá: “Están en el armario. ¡Ten cuidado!”
Lily: “¡Entendido! La mesa está lista.”
Conversation 3: On the Farm / En la Granja
English:
Emma: “What’s that animal?”
Grandpa: “That’s a sheep. It says ‘baa baa.’”
Emma: “And what about that one?”
Grandpa: “That’s a cow. It says ‘moo!’”
Emma: “The farm is so fun!”
Español:
Emma: “¿Qué animal es ese?”
Abuelo: “Esa es una oveja. Dice ‘bee bee.’”
Emma: “¿Y ese de allá?”
Abuelo: “Esa es una vaca. Dice ‘muu.’”
Emma: “¡La granja es muy divertida!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- Zoo Field Trip Game: Pretend to visit a zoo at home using animal toys or drawings. Practice naming the animals and their sounds.
- Weather Chart: Create a weather chart and update it daily in both English and Spanish.
- Shape Hunt: Look for objects around the house that match shapes like circles, squares, and triangles.
- Farm Animal Bingo: Make a bingo card with farm animals and their names in English and Spanish.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I make learning about shapes fun?
A: Use blocks or drawing activities to create shapes and describe them in both languages.
Q: How can I teach kitchen vocabulary effectively?
A: Involve kids in cooking activities and name utensils and ingredients as you use them.
Q: What’s the best way to teach farm animals?
A: Use picture books, visit a local farm, or watch animal videos to reinforce names and sounds.
Conclusion
This guide introduces playful and practical topics like the zoo, kitchen, and farm to make English language learning fun and interactive for kids. By connecting language to real-life experiences and creative activities, kids can build confidence and enjoy the journey of learning. ¡Diviértete aprendiendo inglés! (Have fun learning English!)
