This fifteenth guide brings fresh, exciting topics to help Spanish-speaking kids learn English through fun, practical, and interactive activities. Each topic encourages curiosity and creativity while building essential vocabulary.
1. New Topics to Learn
Here are engaging new themes to explore:
- At the Fair / En la Feria
- Helping Around the House / Ayudando en Casa
- In the Jungle / En la Selva
- Playing Sports / Jugando Deportes
- Favorite Colors / Colores Favoritos
- Time and Clocks / El Tiempo y los Relojes
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. At the Fair / En la Feria
- Ride / Atracción
- Cotton candy / Algodón de azúcar
- Ticket / Boleto
- Carousel / Carrusel
- Balloon / Globo
- Game / Juego
B. Helping Around the House / Ayudando en Casa
- Vacuum / Aspiradora
- Mop / Trapeador
- Dust / Polvo
- Laundry / Ropa sucia
- Dishes / Platos
- Clean / Limpiar
C. In the Jungle / En la Selva
- Tiger / Tigre
- Parrot / Loro
- Snake / Serpiente
- Monkey / Mono
- Vine / Liana
- River / Río
D. Playing Sports / Jugando Deportes
- Ball / Pelota
- Team / Equipo
- Goal / Gol
- Score / Puntaje
- Coach / Entrenador
- Practice / Práctica
E. Favorite Colors / Colores Favoritos
- Red / Rojo
- Blue / Azul
- Yellow / Amarillo
- Green / Verde
- Purple / Morado
- Pink / Rosa
F. Time and Clocks / El Tiempo y los Relojes
- Hour / Hora
- Minute / Minuto
- Second / Segundo
- Morning / Mañana
- Afternoon / Tarde
- Evening / Noche
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “What’s your favorite ride at the fair?” / “¿Cuál es tu atracción favorita en la feria?”
“I love the carousel!” / “¡Me encanta el carrusel!” - “Can you help with the laundry?” / “¿Puedes ayudar con la ropa sucia?”
“Yes, I’ll fold the clothes.” / “Sí, doblaré la ropa.” - “What animals live in the jungle?” / “¿Qué animales viven en la selva?”
“There are tigers and monkeys.” / “Hay tigres y monos.” - “What sport do you play?” / “¿Qué deporte juegas?”
“I play soccer with my team.” / “Juego fútbol con mi equipo.” - “What’s your favorite color?” / “¿Cuál es tu color favorito?”
“My favorite color is blue.” / “Mi color favorito es azul.” - “What time is it?” / “¿Qué hora es?”
“It’s 3 o’clock.” / “Son las tres en punto.”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: At the Fair / En la Feria
English:
Emma: “What ride do you want to try?”
Tommy: “Let’s go on the carousel!”
Emma: “Okay, but first, let’s get some cotton candy!”
Tommy: “Yum! I love fairs!”
Español:
Emma: “¿Qué atracción quieres probar?”
Tommy: “¡Vamos al carrusel!”
Emma: “Está bien, pero primero, ¡compremos algodón de azúcar!”
Tommy: “¡Mmm! ¡Me encantan las ferias!”
Conversation 2: Helping Around the House / Ayudando en Casa
English:
Mom: “Can you help clean the living room, Mia?”
Mia: “Sure! Should I vacuum or dust?”
Mom: “You vacuum, and I’ll dust.”
Mia: “Okay, let’s make it sparkle!”
Español:
Mamá: “¿Puedes ayudar a limpiar la sala, Mia?”
Mia: “¡Claro! ¿Aspiro o quito el polvo?”
Mamá: “Tú aspira, y yo quitaré el polvo.”
Mia: “¡Está bien, vamos a hacer que brille!”
Conversation 3: In the Jungle / En la Selva
English:
Jake: “What’s that sound?”
Ella: “It’s a parrot! Look at its colorful feathers.”
Jake: “And what’s that by the river?”
Ella: “It’s a monkey swinging on a vine!”
Español:
Jake: “¿Qué es ese sonido?”
Ella: “¡Es un loro! Mira sus plumas coloridas.”
Jake: “¿Y qué está junto al río?”
Ella: “¡Es un mono columpiándose en una liana!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- Fair Adventure: Pretend to visit a fair with rides, snacks, and games. Name each activity in English and Spanish.
- Jungle Safari: Act out a jungle safari with stuffed animals or drawings, naming the animals and their actions.
- Color Scavenger Hunt: Look for objects of specific colors around the house and name them in both languages.
- Time-Telling Practice: Use a toy clock or draw one to practice telling time in English and Spanish.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I teach fair-related vocabulary?
A: Role-play a trip to the fair, using words like “ticket,” “ride,” and “balloon” in English and Spanish.
Q: How can I make cleaning-related words fun?
A: Turn chores into a game, encouraging kids to name tools and actions in both languages.
Q: What’s the best way to teach time-telling vocabulary?
A: Use a real or toy clock and practice setting different times while saying them in English and Spanish.
Conclusion
This guide introduces imaginative topics like fairs, jungle adventures, and sports to make English learning engaging and fun for kids. By incorporating real-life scenarios and creative play, kids can explore new words while having a great time. ¡Sigue aprendiendo y divirtiéndote! (Keep learning and having fun!)
