Hola padres! What an exciting second week of the quarter! The Kinders worked really hard this week on solidifying their comida vocabulary by playing more musical frutas y verduras (fruits and vegetables) and by taking their first ever Spanish quiz! It was so fun to walk them through that first endeavor. They did a great job listening to the words and watching me as I pronounced and pointed to each word and picture on the quiz.
This latter part of the week we began talking about the four different meals that are typically eaten throughout the day: el desayuno, el almuerzo, la merienda y la cena and about which fruits are typically eaten at each meal. We will continue reinforcing this vocabulary in future lessons. One activity I'd like to do with them is making a plate of food using the food ads from grocery stores and restaurants that are found in the newspaper. I was wondering if you parents would be willing to send some of those ads in for us to use. I have a few, but am not sure I can collect enough on my own for each students in both classes to create their own plates. If you could just have your scholar bring them into school and give them either to their teachers or to myself I would greatly appreciate it. Gracias!
Since we are in the fourth quarter, I would also like to start reviewing topics that I feel the Kinders could use some repetition in. So, I hope to spend a few minutes each week playing games or reviewing lessons that we have already done, but that the kids found particularly fun or that I feel really got them thinking as to how to use the Spanish they have learned. I'm excited to see what they remember!
One last note. I was able to visit a great establishment this weekend that I feel would be a great way for the scholars to experience a bit of Mexican culture. If you haven't been, I would highly recommend Paletas Betty. Paletas are Mexican popsicles made with real chunks of fruit. Unfortunately, the closest one to us is in Tempe right down the street from Sun Devil Stadium. I believe there is another one in Chandler. However, if you are ever in that area, I would highly recommend going. The flavor combinations were truly reminiscent of Mexico. I had pina y chile (pineapple and chili pepper) and my daughter had chocolate with some great cinnamon and other spices. There was also the classic strawberry, a refreshing coconut and delectable blueberry lavendar combinations. It was the perfect refreshment after our hike up "A" mountain. Let me know what you think! Have a wonderful week!
Sra. Hamilton
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