This seventh guide introduces more engaging topics and practical conversations to help Spanish-speaking kids learn English in a fun and interactive way. These new themes focus on creativity, everyday experiences, and imaginative play.
1. New Topics to Learn
Explore topics that encourage creative thinking and communication:
- Cooking and Food Prep / Cocinando y Preparando Comida
- Helping at Home / Ayudando en Casa
- Imaginative Play and Careers / Juegos Imaginativos y Profesiones
- Outdoor Adventures / Aventuras al Aire Libre
- Art and Creativity / Arte y Creatividad
- Things That Go (Vehicles) / Cosas que se Mueven (Vehículos)
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. Cooking and Food Prep / Cocinando y Preparando Comida
- Spoon / Cuchara
- Bowl / Tazón
- Mix / Mezclar
- Bake / Hornear
- Fry / Freír
- Recipe / Receta
B. Helping at Home / Ayudando en Casa
- Clean / Limpiar
- Sweep / Barrer
- Wash / Lavar
- Fold / Doblar
- Organize / Organizar
- Trash / Basura
C. Imaginative Play and Careers / Juegos Imaginativos y Profesiones
- Astronaut / Astronauta
- Chef / Chef
- Farmer / Granjero
- Doctor / Doctor
- Actor / Actor
- Teacher / Maestro
D. Outdoor Adventures / Aventuras al Aire Libre
- Camp / Campamento
- Tent / Tienda de campaña
- Hike / Caminar
- Lake / Lago
- Fire / Fuego
- Stars / Estrellas
E. Art and Creativity / Arte y Creatividad
- Paint / Pintura
- Brush / Pincel
- Draw / Dibujar
- Color / Color
- Clay / Arcilla
- Paper / Papel
F. Things That Go (Vehicles) / Cosas que se Mueven (Vehículos)
- Car / Coche
- Airplane / Avión
- Boat / Barco
- Motorcycle / Motocicleta
- Train / Tren
- Truck / Camión
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “Can you help me bake cookies?” / “¿Puedes ayudarme a hornear galletas?”
“Yes, I’ll mix the dough.” / “Sí, mezclaré la masa.” - “What’s your favorite thing to draw?” / “¿Qué te gusta dibujar?”
“I like drawing animals.” / “Me gusta dibujar animales.” - “Where are the stars?” / “¿Dónde están las estrellas?”
“In the sky.” / “En el cielo.” - “What vehicle do you like?” / “¿Qué vehículo te gusta?”
“I like trains.” / “Me gustan los trenes.” - “What do you do as a chef?” / “¿Qué haces como chef?”
“I cook food.” / “Cocino comida.”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: Cooking Together / Cocinando Juntos
English:
Mom: “Do you want to help make pancakes?”
Sophia: “Yes! What do I do first?”
Mom: “Mix the eggs and milk in the bowl.”
Sophia: “Done! Now what?”
Mom: “Add the flour and stir. You’re a great chef!”
Español:
Mamá: “¿Quieres ayudar a hacer panqueques?”
Sophia: “¡Sí! ¿Qué hago primero?”
Mamá: “Mezcla los huevos y la leche en el tazón.”
Sophia: “¡Listo! ¿Y ahora?”
Mamá: “Añade la harina y revuelve. ¡Eres una gran chef!”
Conversation 2: Outdoor Camping / Camping al Aire Libre
English:
Tommy: “Look at the fire, Dad! It’s so big!”
Dad: “Yes, fires keep us warm. Do you see the stars?”
Tommy: “Wow, there are so many!”
Dad: “Let’s make s’mores and tell a story.”
Tommy: “Yay! Camping is fun!”
Español:
Tommy: “¡Mira el fuego, papá! ¡Es muy grande!”
Papá: “Sí, los fuegos nos mantienen calientes. ¿Ves las estrellas?”
Tommy: “¡Guau, hay tantas!”
Papá: “Hagamos s’mores y contemos una historia.”
Tommy: “¡Sí! ¡Acampar es divertido!”
Conversation 3: Playing Career Games / Jugando a las Profesiones
English:
Lucy: “I’m a doctor! Let me check your temperature.”
Jack: “Okay, what’s the result?”
Lucy: “You have a fever. Here’s your medicine!”
Jack: “Thank you, Doctor Lucy!”
Lucy: “You’re welcome. Be healthy!”
Español:
Lucy: “¡Soy doctora! Déjame revisar tu temperatura.”
Jack: “Está bien, ¿cuál es el resultado?”
Lucy: “Tienes fiebre. ¡Aquí está tu medicina!”
Jack: “¡Gracias, doctora Lucy!”
Lucy: “De nada. ¡Cuídate!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- Pretend Play Chef: Use a toy kitchen or real utensils to act out cooking, naming items in English and Spanish.
- Art Station: Set up a creative space with crayons, markers, and paper. Ask kids to describe their art in English.
- Camping Indoors: Create a “tent” with blankets and pretend to go camping while practicing outdoor-related words.
- Toy Vehicle Race: Line up toy cars, trucks, and trains, and talk about their names and features.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I teach cooking terms to kids?
A: Involve them in simple recipes and say the steps in English while demonstrating them.
Q: How can I encourage imaginative play in English?
A: Use costumes and props to create role-play scenarios where kids act out careers or adventures.
Q: What’s a fun way to teach vehicle names?
A: Use toy vehicles or draw a road map to create stories about traveling to different places.
Conclusion
This guide brings fresh, practical, and imaginative topics to keep English language learning exciting for kids. With scenarios like cooking, camping, and imaginative play, kids can immerse themselves in learning while having fun. ¡Diviértete aprendiendo inglés! (Have fun learning English!)
