Spanish Storytelling & Crafts

          Module 1: Foundations: Spanish Storytelling Basics

Section 1: Introductions and Greetings
Lesson 1: Basic Greetings in Spanish
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning common greetings such as "Hola" and "Buenos días."
Lesson 2: Introducing Yourself
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practicing phrases like "Me llamo..." and simple self-introductions.

Section 2: Basic Story Vocabulary
Lesson 1: Everyday Nouns in Spanish
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Exploring simple vocabulary words that appear in stories (e.g., casa, perro).
Lesson 2: Simple Action Verbs
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using basic verbs like "caminar" and "jugar" in context.

Section 3: Simple Sentence Structures
Lesson 1: Forming Short Sentences
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Constructing basic sentences using subject-verb-object order.
Lesson 2: Asking Simple Questions
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introducing question words and forming simple questions in Spanish.

Section 4: Story Elements: Characters
Lesson 1: Naming Characters in Spanish
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Choosing simple names and learning phrases to introduce characters.
Lesson 2: Describing Characters Simply
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Using adjectives to describe characters in basic terms.

Section 5: First Craft: Crafting Characters
Lesson 1: Designing a Paper Character
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating a simple paper doll or cutout representing a story character.
Lesson 2: Coloring and Naming the Character
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Adding color and a Spanish name to bring the character to life.

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Module 2: Building Vocabulary Through Stories

Section 1: Setting the Scene with Words
Lesson 1: Learning Location Vocabulary
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introducing words for places like "escuela" and "parque."
Lesson 2: Using Prepositions in Spanish
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning simple prepositions to describe where things are located.

Section 2: Describing Places and Time
Lesson 1: Days, Months, and Time Words
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Familiarizing with words for days, months, and times of day.
Lesson 2: Describing Weather and Environment
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adding vocabulary related to weather and simple descriptions of environments.

Section 3: Using Colors and Shapes
Lesson 1: Color Names in Spanish
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning basic colors and how to use them in descriptions.
Lesson 2: Describing with Basic Shapes
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introducing simple shapes and connecting them to objects or illustrations.

Section 4: Describing Characters
Lesson 1: Using Adjectives for Personality
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introducing adjectives that describe feelings and traits.
Lesson 2: Physical Descriptions
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Connecting adjectives to describe appearance like "alto" or "pequeño."

Section 5: Second Craft: Creating a Story Map
Lesson 1: Drawing a Simple Map
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning to draw a basic map that represents a simple story setting.
Lesson 2: Labeling Locations in Spanish
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Adding Spanish labels to map elements such as "casa" and "escuela."

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Module 3: Story Structures and Narration

Section 1: Beginning, Middle, and End
Lesson 1: Identifying Story Parts
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning the basic structure of a story (inicio, medio, final).
Lesson 2: Sequencing Story Events
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Arranging simple events in a logical order.

Section 2: Connecting Ideas with Simple Conjunctions
Lesson 1: Using "y" and "pero"
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introducing conjunctions to join phrases and sentences.
Lesson 2: Linking Simple Sentences
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing combining short sentences to create a narrative flow.

Section 3: Sequencing Events
Lesson 1: Ordering Story Moments
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Practicing the order of events with sequencing vocabulary.
Lesson 2: Creating a Story Timeline
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning to lay out story events on a timeline.

Section 4: Using Descriptive Language
Lesson 1: Describing Settings in Detail
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adding descriptive words for places and environments.
Lesson 2: Enhancing Narratives with Adjectives and Adverbs
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning how adjectives and adverbs enhance storytelling.

Section 5: Third Craft: Story Sequencing Puzzle
Lesson 1: Creating Puzzle Pieces with Story Moments
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Crafting pieces that represent different parts of a story.
Lesson 2: Arranging the Puzzle to Tell a Story
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Putting the puzzle pieces in order to form a complete narrative.

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Module 4: Creativity in Storytelling and Craft

Section 1: Expressing Emotions in Spanish
Lesson 1: Basic Emotion Vocabulary
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning words for common emotions like "feliz" and "triste."
Lesson 2: Using Emotions in Simple Sentences
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating sentences that express feelings in a storytelling context.

Section 2: Creating Dialogue
Lesson 1: Simple Dialogue Phrases
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Practicing common exchanges between characters.
Lesson 2: Role-Playing Conversations
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using dialogue in small role-play activities to mimic conversation.

Section 3: Exploring Imagination with Storytelling
Lesson 1: Inventing Simple Plots
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Brainstorming creative and simple story ideas.
Lesson 2: Using Imagination in Narratives
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning to incorporate imaginative details into stories.

Section 4: Arts and Crafts: Making Story Props
Lesson 1: Creating Simple Story Props
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Crafting props using common household or recycled materials.
Lesson 2: Using Props to Enhance Storytelling
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing storytelling while incorporating the crafted props.

Section 5: Fourth Craft: Crafting Your Own Book Cover
Lesson 1: Designing a Book Cover
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning basic design elements to create a book cover.
Lesson 2: Adding Spanish Titles and Illustrations
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Using Spanish vocabulary to title and illustrate the cover.

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Module 5: Final Project: Your Own Spanish Story

Section 1: Planning Your Story
Lesson 1: Brainstorming Story Ideas
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Using creative exercises to come up with a personal story idea.
Lesson 2: Organizing Story Elements
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning to outline characters, setting, and events.

Section 2: Writing Your Story
Lesson 1: Drafting a Short Story
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Putting together a rough draft using simple Spanish sentences.
Lesson 2: Using Basic Spanish Structures
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Reinforcing vocabulary and sentence structure in the draft.

Section 3: Adding Illustrations
Lesson 1: Drawing Story Scenes
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating simple drawings that represent key moments in the story.
Lesson 2: Labeling Illustrations in Spanish
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practicing Spanish labels and vocabulary for drawn elements.

Section 4: Final Refinements in Spanish
Lesson 1: Reviewing Vocabulary and Sentences
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Going over key vocabulary and checking sentence accuracy.
Lesson 2: Editing Your Story
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Making simple corrections and refining the narrative.

Section 5: Final Craft: Assembling a Storybook
Lesson 1: Binding Your Story
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning a craft technique to assemble pages into a book.
Lesson 2: Presenting Your Storybook
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Preparing to share your personal Spanish story with others.