This fourteenth guide introduces fresh, creative topics to help Spanish-speaking kids learn English. The focus is on fun, practical language use, and interactive scenarios to keep learning exciting.
1. New Topics to Learn
Here are new, imaginative, and real-life topics for learning:
- Exploring the City / Explorando la Ciudad
- Space Adventures / Aventuras Espaciales
- At the Swimming Pool / En la Piscina
- Favorite Snacks / Bocadillos Favoritos
- Weather Around the World / El Clima en el Mundo
- Building with Blocks / Construyendo con Bloques
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. Exploring the City / Explorando la Ciudad
- Street / Calle
- Building / Edificio
- Bridge / Puente
- Traffic light / Semáforo
- Park / Parque
- Bus stop / Parada de autobús
B. Space Adventures / Aventuras Espaciales
- Rocket / Cohete
- Planet / Planeta
- Star / Estrella
- Moon / Luna
- Astronaut / Astronauta
- Alien / Extraterrestre
C. At the Swimming Pool / En la Piscina
- Water / Agua
- Float / Flotador
- Swimsuit / Traje de baño
- Swim cap / Gorra de natación
- Towel / Toalla
- Splash / Salpicar
D. Favorite Snacks / Bocadillos Favoritos
- Popcorn / Palomitas
- Chips / Papas fritas
- Fruit / Fruta
- Cookies / Galletas
- Juice / Jugo
- Sandwich / Sándwich
E. Weather Around the World / El Clima en el Mundo
- Hot / Caluroso
- Cold / Frío
- Cloudy / Nublado
- Windy / Ventoso
- Rainy / Lluvioso
- Snowy / Nevado
F. Building with Blocks / Construyendo con Bloques
- Tower / Torre
- Brick / Ladrillo
- Stack / Apilar
- Build / Construir
- Knock over / Derribar
- Shapes / Formas
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “What do you see in the city?” / “¿Qué ves en la ciudad?”
“I see a tall building.” / “Veo un edificio alto.” - “What’s your favorite planet?” / “¿Cuál es tu planeta favorito?”
“I like Mars!” / “¡Me gusta Marte!” - “What do you do at the pool?” / “¿Qué haces en la piscina?”
“I swim and splash!” / “¡Nado y salpico!” - “What snack do you like?” / “¿Qué bocadillo te gusta?”
“I like popcorn.” / “Me gustan las palomitas.” - “What’s the weather like in Mexico?” / “¿Cómo está el clima en México?”
“It’s sunny and hot.” / “Está soleado y caluroso.” - “What can you build with blocks?” / “¿Qué puedes construir con bloques?”
“I can build a tall tower.” / “Puedo construir una torre alta.”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: Exploring the City / Explorando la Ciudad
English:
Liam: “What’s that tall building?”
Emma: “It’s a library. Look, there’s a park next to it!”
Liam: “Can we go to the park?”
Emma: “Sure! Let’s wait for the traffic light to turn green.”
Español:
Liam: “¿Qué es ese edificio alto?”
Emma: “Es una biblioteca. ¡Mira, hay un parque al lado!”
Liam: “¿Podemos ir al parque?”
Emma: “¡Claro! Vamos a esperar a que el semáforo se ponga en verde.”
Conversation 2: Space Adventures / Aventuras Espaciales
English:
Tommy: “Let’s go to the moon!”
Ella: “We need a rocket. Where’s the astronaut helmet?”
Tommy: “Here it is! Blast off in 3… 2… 1!”
Ella: “We’re in space! Look at the stars!”
Español:
Tommy: “¡Vamos a la luna!”
Ella: “Necesitamos un cohete. ¿Dónde está el casco de astronauta?”
Tommy: “¡Aquí está! Despegamos en 3… 2… 1.”
Ella: “¡Estamos en el espacio! ¡Mira las estrellas!”
Conversation 3: At the Pool / En la Piscina
English:
Sophia: “Look, I can float with my swim cap!”
Jake: “That’s so cool! Let’s splash in the water!”
Sophia: “Okay, but don’t splash too much!”
Jake: “Oops! Sorry!”
Español:
Sophia: “¡Mira, puedo flotar con mi gorra de natación!”
Jake: “¡Eso es genial! ¡Vamos a salpicar en el agua!”
Sophia: “Está bien, pero no salpiques demasiado.”
Jake: “¡Ups! ¡Lo siento!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- City Walk: Take a walk in the city and name buildings, parks, and streets in English and Spanish.
- Space Imagination: Draw planets and rockets while describing them in both languages.
- Pool Vocabulary Game: Pretend to pack for a pool day, naming each item in English and Spanish.
- Snack Taste Test: Taste different snacks and talk about them in English and Spanish.
- Weather Around the World: Use a globe or map to talk about the weather in different countries.
- Block Challenge: Build towers or shapes with blocks and describe them as you go.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I teach city-related vocabulary?
A: Use a toy city map or visit real locations to introduce words like “bridge” and “building.”
Q: How can I make space vocabulary fun?
A: Use storytelling to imagine adventures to the moon or other planets.
Q: What’s a creative way to teach weather vocabulary?
A: Create a weather chart or role-play as weather reporters in English and Spanish.
Conclusion
This guide introduces fresh and exciting topics like exploring the city, space adventures, and building with blocks. By connecting vocabulary to real-life and imaginative play, kids can learn English in a fun and meaningful way. ¡Sigue aprendiendo y divirtiéndote! (Keep learning and having fun!)
