tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post8489856279133778818..comments2024-01-25T07:36:22.307-06:00Comments on A Learning Journey: Pick and Draw Spanish ArtA Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-40838075223126038172011-10-28T14:10:41.553-05:002011-10-28T14:10:41.553-05:00Beth, thank you for responding to this post. I am...Beth, thank you for responding to this post. I am so happy that you stopped by!! I agree ... I believe both immersion and bilingual methods work depending on family preferences and experiences with the language. I think it is important that families know that there is more than one method to teach Spanish. I am very eclectic and enjoy teaching with different methods and curriculums in order to find out what works BEST for my daughter. I am lucky to be able to use the Sonrisas Curriculum and if I didn't have background knowledge with the Spanish language - it most likely would be more difficult for me to use the curriculum. As for now we are enjoying Sonrisas and we can't wait to dive into your beginner's backpack learning set. I hope to hear back from you soon.A Learning Journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-74979897870589067012011-10-28T13:11:30.110-05:002011-10-28T13:11:30.110-05:00What I have found with Sonrisas and programs like ...What I have found with Sonrisas and programs like this one is the challenge for the adult using it when they themselves are not fluent or comfortable in Spanish. Immersion is one way for young children to learn, but it isn't easy for the adults involved if they aren't bilingual.<br /><br />That is why I developed the Boca Beth Program in the manner in which I did - bilingual method all the way through where Spanish and English are placed alongside one another. Sometimes called the addition method of learning or the parallel method, there is a point of reference for both child and adult when being introduced to the target language.<br /><br />Both methods work - it's a personal preference: immersion or bilingual. Hope this helps to set you on a happy second language journey road.Boca Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04822659048520154889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-292378566129401132011-08-11T23:29:02.811-05:002011-08-11T23:29:02.811-05:00Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my...Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question. I think I may have to wait on the program for my dd. It sounds like a great one, but I know I can't speak Spanish 90% of the time. She will continue with her Spanish Immersion class, and then hopefully teach me! Lol.<br />Thank you again for responding.<br />StephStephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06644526470713727666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-85098198236619694082011-08-07T22:17:46.943-05:002011-08-07T22:17:46.943-05:00Steph- I think that originally this curriculum was...Steph- I think that originally this curriculum was used by Spanish teachers in school classrooms however recently many parents have decided to use it with their children at home. The manual tells you the key vocabulary phrases or words to be taught. It states the main questions you need to focus on and ask during the lessons. Check the sample lesson in the Circle Time box to see what I am talking about and to see if you are comfortable with the format and level of Spanish used. Try it with your child to figure out if this curriculum is meant for your family. Make sure you keep the lessons and environment fun - if you are frustrated with using the language then your child may sense it and become disinterested. It is often easier for young children to learn a second language starting at a very young age. I am so glad to hear that your daughter will be in a Spanish immersion class three days a week - this will help her out tremendously over the years and I love your dedication to want to do more with and for your child.A Learning Journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-85232938840382634542011-08-07T20:45:28.119-05:002011-08-07T20:45:28.119-05:00Jennifer - Thank you! We had so much fun playing t...Jennifer - Thank you! We had so much fun playing this game. Next time we play I will change all of the Pick and Draw card labels so that we are only using Spanish (no English). Thanks for visiting!<br />TA Learning Journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-45858865110899885292011-08-07T20:40:06.847-05:002011-08-07T20:40:06.847-05:00Steph,
Sonrisas encourages you to speak Spanish 9...Steph, <br />Sonrisas encourages you to speak Spanish 90% of the time and to use it consistently while using this curriculum. They encourage you to limit the use of English unless necessary during class. "The use of English should be intentional and be a conscious decision" - Sonrisas, 2010. You could use facial expressions, gestures, props, body movement, or visuals to help your child understand the language concept being taught. The biggest thing would be to keep commands and questions simple and direct. I would say that you wouldn't have to be fluent (I am not), but you would need to be familiar with the language to meet this requirement. It really depends on your experience with and how familiar you are with the language. The songs are in Spanish so you could both sing along and learn the words. However, the games played and the books read aloud to your child will be in Spanish. You could familiarize yourself with the language basics and pronunciation from FREE websites found online or purchase a program for at home learning. Then, purchase the curriculum when you feel confident enough to teach your little ones. Remember they are only learning the basics. I hope this helps. You could also contact Brooks or Blue and see what their thoughts are on this subject. Please come back and let me know what they tell you. Thank you for visiting my blog and for asking questions. Hope to hear from you again soon. <br />TraceyA Learning Journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-69608423293893889532011-07-29T15:47:28.860-05:002011-07-29T15:47:28.860-05:00Hello! Quick question. Sorry if you have already a...Hello! Quick question. Sorry if you have already answered it in one of your posts. My 3.5 year-old dd is in a Spanish Immersion preschool 2 mornings a week and will start 3 mornings in the Fall. I would love to look into this program for her, but I do not speak Spanish. Do I need to know Spanish in order to do this with her?<br />Thanks!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06644526470713727666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-8285348744610693192011-07-29T14:58:17.690-05:002011-07-29T14:58:17.690-05:00LOVE how you used Pick and Draw and the Education ...LOVE how you used Pick and Draw and the Education Cubes together! Great idea!!! I will for sure have to check out the Spanish curriculum you are using!Mama Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02602135742666865515noreply@blogger.com