Young Spanish Music and Dance

          Module 1: Getting Started with Spanish

Section 1: Greetings and Introductions
- Lesson 1: Hola! (Hello!)
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learn to say "Hola" and smile to greet friends.
- Lesson 2: ¿Cómo estás? (How are you?)
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practice asking “How are you?” and respond simply.

Section 2: Simple Expressions
- Lesson 1: Buenos días (Good morning)
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understand and repeat the phrase "Buenos días" using body gestures.
- Lesson 2: Buenas noches (Good night)
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learn to say "Buenas noches" while mimicking bedtime routines.

Section 3: Basic Manners
- Lesson 1: Por favor (Please)
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Practice saying “Por favor” during interactive game activities.
- Lesson 2: Gracias (Thank you)
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Use “Gracias” in role play with friends.

Section 4: Introducing Yourself
- Lesson 1: Me llamo… (My name is…)
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learn to introduce yourself with “Me llamo…” and gesture to your heart.
- Lesson 2: ¿Y tú? (And you?)
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practice asking “¿Y tú?” in partner activities.

Section 5: Numbers and Colors (Basics)
- Lesson 1: Counting from 1 to 5 in Spanish
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learn the numbers 1 to 5 with clapping and movement.
- Lesson 2: Identifying basic colors (rojo, azul, verde)
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Match Spanish color names to corresponding objects using a dance game.

Module 2: Basic Spanish Music

Section 1: Sounds and Rhythms
- Lesson 1: Introduce musical sounds with clapping
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Explore sound patterns while saying simple Spanish words.
- Lesson 2: Rhythm with feet tapping
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practice basic tap patterns and repeat Spanish rhythm words.

Section 2: Musical Vocabulary
- Lesson 1: La canción (The song)
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learn the word “canción” while listening to a short tune.
- Lesson 2: El ritmo (The rhythm)
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understand and say “ritmo” in a fun dance circle.

Section 3: Instruments and Sounds
- Lesson 1: Identifying simple instruments (maracas)
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Listen and learn the name “maracas” while shaking hands.
- Lesson 2: Clave (Percussion instrument)
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introduce the instrument “clave” and execute simple beats.

Section 4: Call and Response Chanting
- Lesson 1: Call and response with “¡Vamos!”
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Practice call and response chants to encourage participation.
- Lesson 2: Repeating musical phrases
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Repeat short musical phrases in Spanish for improved memory.

Section 5: Singing Together
- Lesson 1: Simple chorus version of a popular nursery rhyme in Spanish
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Sing along to a shortened, repetitive version of a Spanish children’s song.
- Lesson 2: Individual short solos
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Allow each child to try a few notes while saying key Spanish words.

Module 3: Fun Dance Moves

Section 1: Basic Body Movements
- Lesson 1: Move with the beat
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Practice moving arms and legs in simple motions as music plays.
- Lesson 2: Stomping with rhythm
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learn to stomp lightly in time with a basic Spanish song.

Section 2: Traditional Dance Steps
- Lesson 1: Introduction to a simple folk step
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Demonstrate a basic step from Spanish folk dances.
- Lesson 2: Pair practice with mirrored moves
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practice the folk step in pairs, using simple phrases in Spanish.

Section 3: Expressing Emotions through Dance
- Lesson 1: Happy dance moves (contento)
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Use joyful movements to say “contento” while dancing.
- Lesson 2: Calm dance moves (tranquilo)
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Use slow, gentle dance gestures to express “tranquilo.”

Section 4: Using Props in Dance
- Lesson 1: Dance with a scarf (pañuelo)
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduce the word “pañuelo” and use colorful scarves in a dance routine.
- Lesson 2: Dance in a circle with simple choreography
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practice a circle dance using scarves and repetitive Spanish vocabulary.

Section 5: Combining Voice and Movement
- Lesson 1: Chant while twirling
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Combine simple Spanish chants with twirling dance moves.
- Lesson 2: Group dance routine
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Work together to create a short, fun routine that uses both voice and body motions.

Module 4: Cultural Traditions and Celebrations

Section 1: Exploring Spanish Festivals
- Lesson 1: Introduce the idea of festivals (fiesta)
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learn the word “fiesta” with pictures and movement activities.
- Lesson 2: Celebrate with a mini-festival game
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Participate in a classroom celebration with music and dancing.

Section 2: Traditional Songs
- Lesson 1: Listen to a traditional Spanish tune
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Listen to a simple tune and learn a few words.
- Lesson 2: Repeat key phrases from the song
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Echo and repeat phrases to improve pronunciation and rhythm.

Section 3: Cultural Clothing and Accessories
- Lesson 1: Learn names of traditional items (sombrero, mantilla)
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identify and say the names of traditional items using flashcards.
- Lesson 2: Dance pretending to wear traditional garments
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Use imagination and movement to mimic cultural attire during dance.

Section 4: Spanish Food and Music
- Lesson 1: Taste and learn basic food names (tapas)
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduce simple Spanish food words while showing pictures.
- Lesson 2: Relate food to rhythmic clapping
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Use clapping exercises to follow a rhythm inspired by Spanish food markets.

Section 5: Celebratory Movements
- Lesson 1: Group cheers and claps for celebrations
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learn to cheer and clap using Spanish phrases like “¡Olé!”
- Lesson 2: Simple performance piece celebrating Spanish culture
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Combine learned dance moves and Spanish words into a brief group performance.

Module 5: Creating Your Own Performance

Section 1: Planning a Simple Show
- Lesson 1: Brainstorm ideas for a performance
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Discuss and share simple ideas using basic Spanish vocabulary.
- Lesson 2: Choose music and dance fragments
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Select favorite parts from previous lessons to include in the performance.

Section 2: Rehearsing Spanish Lines
- Lesson 1: Practice short, simple Spanish phrases as narration
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Rehearse clear, basic phrases to introduce parts of the performance.
- Lesson 2: Group repetition of key vocabulary
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Use call and response to reinforce vocabulary and enhance fluency.

Section 3: Choreographing Dance Moves
- Lesson 1: Create a simple group dance step-by-step
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Develop a short dance sequence using basic moves learned before.
- Lesson 2: Rehearse the dance sequence together
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practice the choreography in a relaxed, fun setting.

Section 4: Adding Musical Elements
- Lesson 1: Incorporate a catchy rhythm to the performance
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Use percussion instruments like clapping or shaker sounds to build background rhythm.
- Lesson 2: Sync dance moves with musical beats
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Combine music and movement, ensuring steps match the beat.

Section 5: Final Performance and Celebration
- Lesson 1: Run through the full performance as a group
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Practice the complete routine from start to finish with clear cues in Spanish.
- Lesson 2: Celebrate the performance with a mini-festival
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Conclude the course by performing for peers and celebrating with dance and cheers using all the vocabulary learned.