This seventeenth guide introduces exciting new topics that encourage Spanish-speaking kids to explore English vocabulary through imaginative, real-life, and creative scenarios.
1. New Topics to Learn
Here are fresh, fun themes to spark learning:
- At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
- Going Grocery Shopping / Haciendo Compras en el Supermercado
- Weather and Seasons / El Clima y las Estaciones
- In My Bedroom / En Mi Dormitorio
- On an Airplane / En un Avión
- Exploring the Forest / Explorando el Bosque
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
- Lion / León
- Elephant / Elefante
- Giraffe / Jirafa
- Cage / Jaula
- Monkey / Mono
- Keeper / Cuidador
B. Going Grocery Shopping / Haciendo Compras en el Supermercado
- Basket / Canasta
- Cashier / Cajero
- Cart / Carrito
- Checkout / Caja
- Aisle / Pasillo
- Vegetables / Verduras
C. Weather and Seasons / El Clima y las Estaciones
- Sunny / Soleado
- Rainy / Lluvioso
- Snowy / Nevado
- Spring / Primavera
- Autumn / Otoño
- Cold / Frío
D. In My Bedroom / En Mi Dormitorio
- Bed / Cama
- Pillow / Almohada
- Blanket / Manta
- Toy / Juguete
- Closet / Armario
- Lamp / Lámpara
E. On an Airplane / En un Avión
- Pilot / Piloto
- Seatbelt / Cinturón de seguridad
- Window / Ventana
- Tray table / Mesa plegable
- Flight attendant / Sobrecargo
- Luggage / Equipaje
F. Exploring the Forest / Explorando el Bosque
- Tree / Árbol
- Bird / Pájaro
- River / Río
- Trail / Sendero
- Squirrel / Ardilla
- Tent / Tienda de campaña
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “What’s your favorite animal at the zoo?” / “¿Cuál es tu animal favorito en el zoológico?”
“I love the monkeys!” / “¡Me encantan los monos!” - “Where are the apples in the store?” / “¿Dónde están las manzanas en la tienda?”
“They’re in the fruit aisle.” / “Están en el pasillo de frutas.” - “What’s the weather like today?” / “¿Cómo está el clima hoy?”
“It’s rainy and cold.” / “Está lluvioso y frío.” - “What’s in your bedroom?” / “¿Qué hay en tu dormitorio?”
“There’s a bed, a lamp, and toys.” / “Hay una cama, una lámpara y juguetes.” - “What do you see out the airplane window?” / “¿Qué ves por la ventana del avión?”
“I see clouds and the sky.” / “Veo nubes y el cielo.” - “What animals live in the forest?” / “¿Qué animales viven en el bosque?”
“Birds and squirrels live in the forest.” / “Los pájaros y las ardillas viven en el bosque.”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: At the Zoo / En el Zoológico
English:
Emma: “Look at the giraffe! It’s so tall!”
Tommy: “Wow! The lion looks so strong.”
Emma: “Can we see the monkeys next?”
Tommy: “Yes, they’re so funny!”
Español:
Emma: “¡Mira la jirafa! ¡Es muy alta!”
Tommy: “¡Guau! El león parece muy fuerte.”
Emma: “¿Podemos ver a los monos después?”
Tommy: “¡Sí, son muy divertidos!”
Conversation 2: Going Grocery Shopping / Haciendo Compras en el Supermercado
English:
Mom: “What do we need to buy?”
Sophia: “Milk, bread, and bananas.”
Mom: “Okay, let’s find them. Where’s the fruit aisle?”
Sophia: “It’s over there!”
Español:
Mamá: “¿Qué necesitamos comprar?”
Sophia: “Leche, pan y plátanos.”
Mamá: “Está bien, vamos a buscarlos. ¿Dónde está el pasillo de frutas?”
Sophia: “¡Está allá!”
Conversation 3: On an Airplane / En un Avión
English:
Dad: “Are you ready for takeoff?”
Liam: “Yes! I can see the clouds!”
Dad: “Don’t forget to buckle your seatbelt.”
Liam: “Okay, let’s fly!”
Español:
Papá: “¿Estás listo para despegar?”
Liam: “¡Sí! ¡Puedo ver las nubes!”
Papá: “No olvides abrocharte el cinturón de seguridad.”
Liam: “¡Está bien, vamos a volar!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- Zoo Adventure: Pretend to visit a zoo, naming animals and mimicking their sounds in English and Spanish.
- Grocery Store Role-Play: Set up a pretend store and practice shopping vocabulary.
- Weather Chart: Create a weather chart and update it daily, using both English and Spanish.
- Forest Walk: Explore a nearby park or forest and identify natural elements using new vocabulary.
- Airplane Adventure: Pretend to take a flight and act out common airplane activities, like fastening seatbelts or looking out the window.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I make zoo-related vocabulary engaging?
A: Use animal toys or watch zoo videos and act out their movements and sounds.
Q: What’s a fun way to teach grocery shopping vocabulary?
A: Create a shopping list and let kids “shop” for items around the house while naming them.
Q: How can I teach airplane vocabulary to kids?
A: Set up chairs like airplane seats and role-play a flight with phrases like “fasten your seatbelt.”
Conclusion
This guide brings fresh and practical topics like zoo visits, grocery shopping, and airplane adventures to make English learning exciting and relatable. By combining imaginative play and real-life scenarios, kids can build vocabulary while having fun. ¡Aprende y diviértete! (Learn and have fun!)
