Randolph Township Schools
Elementary Spanish Kindergarten Curriculum Department of World Languages Laura Hernandez Curriculum Committee Danielle Acquaviva Kelly Zecker
Curriculum Developed July, 2013 Board APPROVAL date August 20, 2013
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Randolph Township Schools Department of World Languages Elementary Spanish- Kindergarten Table of Contents Section
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Mission Statement and Education Goals – District
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Affirmative Action Compliance Statement
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Educational Goals – District
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Introduction
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Curriculum Pacing Chart
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Unit Plans
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APPENDIX
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Randolph Township Schools Mission Statement
We commit to inspiring and empowering all students in Randolph schools to reach their full potential as unique, responsible and educated members of a global society. Randolph Township Schools Affirmative Action Statement Equality and Equity in Curriculum The Randolph Township School district ensures that the district’s curriculum and instruction are aligned to the State’s Standards. The curriculum addresses the elimination of discrimination and the achievement gap, as identified by underperforming school-level AYP reports for state assessment. The curriculum provides equity in instruction, educational programs and provides all students the opportunity to interact positively with others regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability or socioeconomic status. N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7(b): Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973; N.J.S.A. 10:5; Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972
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RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION EDUCATIONAL GOALS VALUES IN EDUCATION The statements represent the beliefs and values regarding our educational system. Education is the key to selfactualization, which is realized through achievement and self-respect. We believe our entire system must not only represent these values, but also demonstrate them in all that we do as a school system. We believe: • The needs of the child come first • Mutual respect and trust are the cornerstones of a learning community • The learning community consists of students, educators, parents, administrators, educational support personnel, the community and Board of Education members • A successful learning community communicates honestly and openly in a non-threatening environment • Members of our learning community have different needs at different times. There is openness to the challenge of meeting those needs in professional and supportive ways • Assessment of professionals (i.e., educators, administrators and educational support personnel) is a dynamic process that requires review and revision based on evolving research, practices and experiences Development of desired capabilities comes in stages and is achieved through hard work, reflection and ongoing growth
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Randolph Township Schools Department of World Languages Elementary Spanish- Kindergarten Introduction World politics, commerce, culture and migration place heavy demands on the American citizenry for foreign language skills which years ago were not necessary. In order to meet these demands, the Randolph Township School District provides a wide choice of language offerings. The goals for all modern languages offered require the mastery of the language with five areas of emphasis: speaking, comprehension, reading, writing, and understanding the culture of the people whose language is under study. In today's global community, the study of a second language is an indispensable attribute of an educated person. The Department of World Languages offers a multifaceted, comprehensive language program. The curriculum encompasses interpersonal communication, interpretive communication, and presentational communication while emphasizing the interrelationship between the language and its respective culture. Moreover, multiple language acquisition enables the individual to reflect upon and gain insight into the student's own language and culture. This program introduces basic Spanish to Kindergarten. The students will be able to understand some basic vocabulary, and several Spanish expressions that are essential for everyday communication. They will respond to simple questions and commands, as well as demonstrate an understanding of customs related to greetings in Spanish speaking countries.
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RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Curriculum Pacing Chart Elementary Spanish Kindergarten
SUGGESTED TIME ALLOTMENT
UNIT NUMBER
8-10 weeks
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8-10 weeks 8-10 weeks
II III
CONTENT - UNIT OF STUDY
Introduction to World Languages and Daytime Greetings Counting 1-10, Days of the Week, and Colors Night-time Greetings, Simple Action Words, Emotional Feelings and Classroom Vocabulary
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RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Elementary Spanish Kindergarten UNIT I: Introduction to World Languages and Daytime Greetings ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS There are many languages spoken throughout the world.
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Why do people speak different languages?
There are many different ways to greet people.
Why do we greet people in different ways?
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS
Students will know:
Students will be able to:
People communicate using different languages throughout the world.
Say hello to each other in different languages-examples French, Italian, Chinese and German
How to initiate and respond to Spanish greetings appropriately.
Respond to various Spanish greetings.
CC/NJCCCS
7.1.NM.A.1 7.1.NM.A.2 7.1.NM.B.3 7.1.NM.B.5
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Curriculum Pacing Chart SUGGESTED TIME ALLOTMENT
10 weeks/30 minutes per week
CONTENT-UNIT OF STUDY
SUPPLEMENTAL UNIT RESOURCES
Unit I – Introduction to World Languages and Daytime Greetings
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Espanol Para Ti Level 1 DVD Lessons 1-5 Sesamestreet.org- Spanish word of the day: Hola Spanishtown.ca/spanishforkids Onlinefreespanish.com See Appendix for related apps to be purchased
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Elementary Spanish Kindergarten UNIT II: Counting 1-10, Days of the Week, Colors ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS A number represents a quantity of objects. There are different names for each day of the week. Knowing colors enhances the ability to communicate in a specific way.
KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Why is it important to be able to count? Why do we say the days of the week differently? Why is it important to know colors? SKILLS
Students will know:
Students will be able to:
The numbers 1-10.
Count orally from 1- 10.
The days of the week.
Recite the days of the week orally.
The eight basic colors.
Identify colors in their surroundings.
CC/NJCCCS
7.1.NM.A.1 7.1.NM.A.2 7.1.NM.A.4 7.1.NM.C.2 7.1.NM.C.3
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Curriculum Pacing Chart SUGGESTED TIME ALLOTMENT
CONTENT-UNIT OF STUDY
SUPPLEMENTAL UNIT RESOURCES
10 weeks/30 minutes per week
Unit 2- Counting 1-10, Days of the Week, Colors
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Espanol Para Ti Level 1 Activities & DVD Lessons 6-10, 15-17 YouTube video: The Days of the Week in Spanish Sesamestreet.org Spanishtown.ca/spanishforkids Onlinefreespanish.com See Appendix for related apps to be purchased
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Elementary Spanish Kindergarten UNIT III: Night-time Greetings, Simple Action Words, Emotional Feelings and Classroom Vocabulary ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS Different greetings are used at different times of the day. Specific words identify actions and classroom objects. People express different emotions.
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Why do we use different greeting words at different times? How do people move their bodies differently? What are some words to describe how someone feels?
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS
Students will know:
Students will be able to:
How to initiate and respond to Spanish greetings appropriately.
Respond to various Spanish greetings- examples-Buenos dias, Buenos tardes, Buenos noches
How to identify emotions. How to identify classroom objects.
CC/NJCCCS 7.1.NM.B.2 7.1.NM.B.3 7.1.NM.B.4 7.1.NM.B.5
Use words to identify emotions-examples-Muy Bien, Asi Asi,,Muy Mal Use words to identify classroom objects-El Libro, El Lapiz, El Papel
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Curriculum Pacing Chart SUGGESTED TIME ALLOTMENT
CONTENT-UNIT OF STUDY
SUPPLEMENTAL UNIT RESOURCES
10 weeks/30 minutes per week
Unit 3- Night-time Greetings, Simple Action Words, Emotional Feelings and Classroom Vocabulary
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Espanol Para Ti Level 1 Activities & DVD Lessons 11-14 Sesamestreet.org Create emotion masks Play Spanish Simon Says with action words You Tube-Como se siente hoy? How are you feeling today? Spanishtown.ca/spanishforkids Onlinefreespanish.com See Appendix for related apps to be purchased
Randolph Township Schools Department of World Languages Elementary Spanish- Kindergarten
APPENDIX A Resources: Espanol Para Ti- Level 1 Teachers Manual and DVD Collection (McGraw Hill Wright Group)
Classroom SMART board and Computer Ipads optional Recommended Apps to be purchased:
123 Fun: Write and Learn Counting (Playsmart Kids) Animal Fun: Spanish and English for Kids (Soybean Street LLC) Flashcards Spanish 1 (Blue Fire Media) Flashcards Spanish Lesson (Vannala Mobile Apps LLC) Fun Spanish Language Learning Games for kids aged 3-10 (Studycat) Kidpedia ABC’s (Circle Visual Design) Kids Learn Spanish With Busuu (Busuu Limited) Learn Spanish (Peekaboo Studios LLC) Learn Spanish for Kids- Bilingual Child (Tiny Factory) Number Fiesta (Spring Mix Games) 10
Randolph Township Schools Department of World Languages Elementary Spanish- Kindergarten APPENDIX B Assessments: Teacher Observations Optional Teacher Manual Assessments Homework
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