This ninth guide introduces more engaging topics, vocabulary, and interactive conversations for Spanish-speaking kids to learn English in a playful and relatable way. The focus is on real-life situations, imagination, and curiosity.
1. New Topics to Learn
Explore fresh and practical themes that spark creativity and communication:
- Clothing and Accessories / Ropa y Accesorios
- Fruits and Vegetables / Frutas y Verduras
- Around Town / Alrededor del Pueblo
- Hobbies and Interests / Pasatiempos e Intereses
- At the Doctor’s Office / En el Consultorio Médico
- Fun with Numbers / Diversión con Números
2. New Common Vocabulary
A. Clothing and Accessories / Ropa y Accesorios
- Shirt / Camisa
- Pants / Pantalones
- Dress / Vestido
- Shoes / Zapatos
- Hat / Sombrero
- Jacket / Chaqueta
B. Fruits and Vegetables / Frutas y Verduras
- Banana / Plátano
- Orange / Naranja
- Grapes / Uvas
- Carrot / Zanahoria
- Tomato / Tomate
- Lettuce / Lechuga
C. Around Town / Alrededor del Pueblo
- Park / Parque
- Library / Biblioteca
- Supermarket / Supermercado
- School / Escuela
- Bakery / Panadería
- Playground / Área de juegos
D. Hobbies and Interests / Pasatiempos e Intereses
- Painting / Pintar
- Reading / Leer
- Playing games / Jugar juegos
- Riding a bike / Andar en bicicleta
- Singing / Cantar
- Gardening / Jardinería
E. At the Doctor’s Office / En el Consultorio Médico
- Doctor / Doctor
- Nurse / Enfermera
- Fever / Fiebre
- Bandage / Venda
- Medicine / Medicina
- Check-up / Revisión
F. Fun with Numbers / Diversión con Números
- One / Uno
- Ten / Diez
- Twenty / Veinte
- Fifty / Cincuenta
- One hundred / Cien
- Thousand / Mil
3. Key Phrases to Practice
English / Español
- “What are you wearing today?” / “¿Qué estás usando hoy?”
“I’m wearing a red shirt and blue pants.” / “Estoy usando una camisa roja y pantalones azules.” - “What’s your favorite fruit?” / “¿Cuál es tu fruta favorita?”
“I like bananas.” / “Me gustan los plátanos.” - “Where is the library?” / “¿Dónde está la biblioteca?”
“It’s next to the park.” / “Está al lado del parque.” - “What do you like to do?” / “¿Qué te gusta hacer?”
“I like reading and painting.” / “Me gusta leer y pintar.” - “What’s wrong?” / “¿Qué pasa?”
“I have a fever.” / “Tengo fiebre.” - “Can you count to ten?” / “¿Puedes contar hasta diez?”
“Yes! One, two, three…” / “¡Sí! Uno, dos, tres…”
4. Listening Practice: Fun Conversations with Translations
Conversation 1: At the Supermarket / En el Supermercado
English:
Mom: “What do we need to buy today?”
Liam: “Bananas, lettuce, and carrots.”
Mom: “Great! Let’s find the fruits and vegetables section.”
Liam: “I see it! Let’s go!”
Español:
Mamá: “¿Qué necesitamos comprar hoy?”
Liam: “Plátanos, lechuga y zanahorias.”
Mamá: “¡Perfecto! Vamos a buscar la sección de frutas y verduras.”
Liam: “¡La veo! ¡Vamos!”
Conversation 2: At the Doctor’s Office / En el Consultorio Médico
English:
Doctor: “How do you feel, Sarah?”
Sarah: “I feel tired, and I have a fever.”
Doctor: “Let’s check your temperature. You’ll feel better soon.”
Sarah: “Thank you, Doctor.”
Español:
Doctor: “¿Cómo te sientes, Sarah?”
Sarah: “Me siento cansada y tengo fiebre.”
Doctor: “Vamos a revisar tu temperatura. Te sentirás mejor pronto.”
Sarah: “Gracias, Doctor.”
Conversation 3: Playing at the Park / Jugando en el Parque
English:
Emma: “What do you want to do at the park?”
Jake: “Let’s play on the swings!”
Emma: “Okay, then we can ride our bikes!”
Jake: “Sounds fun! Let’s go!”
Español:
Emma: “¿Qué quieres hacer en el parque?”
Jake: “¡Vamos a jugar en los columpios!”
Emma: “¡Está bien, luego podemos andar en bicicleta!”
Jake: “¡Suena divertido! ¡Vamos!”
5. Additional Learning Activities
- Dress-Up Game: Kids can dress up and describe what they’re wearing in English and Spanish.
- Fruit Salad Activity: Make a fruit salad and name each fruit in both languages.
- Town Map Drawing: Create a map of a town and label places in English and Spanish.
- Number Matching Game: Use flashcards with numbers in English and Spanish for a matching activity.
6. FAQs About Learning English with Spanish Support
Q: How do I make vocabulary for fruits and vegetables fun?
A: Use real fruits and vegetables for hands-on learning. Practice names while preparing snacks together.
Q: How can I teach numbers effectively?
A: Incorporate counting games, like hopscotch or counting objects around the house.
Q: What’s the best way to teach kids about places in town?
A: Go for a walk and point out real locations while saying their names in English and Spanish.
Conclusion
This guide introduces practical vocabulary and phrases through everyday scenarios like shopping, visiting the doctor, and playing at the park. By using relatable topics and interactive activities, kids can enjoy learning English in a natural way. ¡Sigue aprendiendo con diversión! (Keep learning with fun!)
