Submitted by Teri Valdes

Language: Spanish Unit Cultural Theme or Academic Content Area: Food and Drink Target Audience: Traditional Middle School Year of Instruction: 7 Proficiency Level: Novice Low

Standards: Communication:    1.1, 1.2, 1.3 Cultures:    2.1 Connections:    Comparisons:    4.1 Communities:

Unit Timeframe:

12- 22 minute classes

Unit Overview:

Student participating in this unit will develop skills to order food and drinks. Greet, introduce and say goodbye to friends. Talk about likes and dislikes. Answer yes and no questions. Find out where people are from and what they do for work. Identify countries . Understand meal-time customs in the Spanish speaking world.

Context:

Students know their alphabet and basic greetings. Know classroom commands and items in a classroom.

General Unit References and Resources:

Gutierrez, John R., Rosser, Harry L., O'Laughlin, Marta. ( 2000) Empecemos! Boston, MA: Heinle & Heinle.

Gutierrez, John R., Rosser, Harry L., O'Laughlin, Marta. ( 2000) Lesson Planbook. Boston, MA: Heinle & Heinle.

Gutierrez, John R., Rosser, Harry L., O'Laughlin, Marta. ( 2000) Workbook 1A. Boston, MA: Heinle & Heinle.

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