German Greetings for Tots

          Module 1: Basic Greetings and Introductions

Section 1: Saying Hello
- Lesson 1: Learn to say "Hallo"
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Learn to say "Hallo" using simple repetition and fun sounds.
- Lesson 2: Sing the "Hallo" Song
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Enjoy a short song that repeats "Hallo" in a playful tune.

Section 2: Waving Goodbye with "Tschüss"
- Lesson 1: Learn to say "Tschüss"
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Introduce the word "Tschüss" and how to say it when leaving.
- Lesson 2: Practice Waving While Saying "Tschüss"
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Engage children in a waving activity paired with the word "Tschüss."

Section 3: Fun with Smiles and Greetings
- Lesson 1: Greeting with a Smile
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Practice pairing a big smile with saying "Hallo."
- Lesson 2: Clapping and Greeting Game
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Encourage kids to clap and say "Hallo" in a fun, rhythmic game.

Section 4: Picture Prompts for Greetings
- Lesson 1: Match Pictures with "Hallo"
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Use simple images to match familiar greetings like "Hallo."
- Lesson 2: Story Time: A Day of Greetings
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Listen to a short story that includes different greetings and discuss each one.

Section 5: Group Greeting Practice
- Lesson 1: Circle Time Hello Practice
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Gather in a circle and practice saying "Hallo" to each friend.
- Lesson 2: Group Waving Goodbye
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 End the session with a group "Tschüss" and farewell wave.

Module 2: Greetings for Different Times of Day

Section 1: Morning Greetings
- Lesson 1: Learn "Guten Morgen"
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduce the morning greeting "Guten Morgen" through repetition.
- Lesson 2: Morning Greeting Song
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Sing a cheerful song that includes "Guten Morgen."

Section 2: Daytime Greetings
- Lesson 1: Learn "Guten Tag"
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Introduce "Guten Tag" as a daytime greeting through a simple chant.
- Lesson 2: Role-Play: Daytime Hello
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practice saying "Guten Tag" during a fun role-playing game.

Section 3: Evening Greetings
- Lesson 1: Learn "Guten Abend"
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Introduce the greeting "Guten Abend" with clear, slow pronunciation.
- Lesson 2: Evening Wind-Down Song
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Use a gentle song to help children associate "Guten Abend" with quiet time.

Section 4: Nighttime Goodbye
- Lesson 1: Learn "Gute Nacht"
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Introduce "Gute Nacht" as a bedtime farewell in a calm setting.
- Lesson 2: Nighttime Lullaby
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Enjoy a soothing lullaby that repeats "Gute Nacht" softly.

Section 5: Greetings Linked to Daily Routines
- Lesson 1: Greeting with the Sun (Sunny Days)
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Use visuals of the sun to connect the idea of morning greetings.
- Lesson 2: Storytelling: A Day with Greetings
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Share a simple story that follows a day’s greetings from morning to night.

Module 3: Expressing Feelings Through Greetings

Section 1: Happy Greetings
- Lesson 1: Greet with a Happy Face
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Emphasize how saying "Hallo" with a smile makes greetings fun.
- Lesson 2: Happy Greeting Dance
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Combine movement with greeting to express joy.

Section 2: Asking "How Are You?"
- Lesson 1: Introduce "Wie geht’s?"
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Gently introduce the simple question "Wie geht’s?" with clear visuals.
- Lesson 2: Practice Simple Replies
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practice a basic reply such as "Gut" in a friendly manner.

Section 3: Matching Expressions with Greetings
- Lesson 1: Identify Happy Faces
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Use picture cards to match facial expressions with the greeting "Hallo."
- Lesson 2: Draw Your Happy Greeting
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Encourage children to draw themselves saying "Hallo" with a big smile.

Section 4: Greeting with Gestures
- Lesson 1: Learn Hand Waves
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Demonstrate how to use a hand wave when saying "Hallo" or "Tschüss."
- Lesson 2: Imitation Game: Mimic the Teacher
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Play an imitation game where children mimic greeting gestures.

Section 5: Story Time with Greeting Characters
- Lesson 1: Listen to a Short Greeting Tale
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Read a simple story featuring characters who greet one another.
- Lesson 2: Retell the Greeting Story
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Encourage children to retell parts of the story using learned greetings.

Module 4: Songs, Rhymes, and Movement with Greetings

Section 1: Fun Greeting Songs
- Lesson 1: Learn a Simple Greeting Song
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduce a catchy song that repeats key greetings like "Hallo" and "Tschüss."
- Lesson 2: Group Sing-Along
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Enjoy a group sing-along to reinforce the greeting words.

Section 2: Rhymes That Include Greetings
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Short Rhymes
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Introduce a simple rhyme incorporating "Guten Morgen" and "Guten Abend."
- Lesson 2: Recite the Greeting Rhyme Together
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Recite the rhyme in a fun, rhythmic manner with the group.

Section 3: Movement and Gesture Games
- Lesson 1: Dance to Greeting Music
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Engage in a dance activity that involves moving and saying greetings.
- Lesson 2: Call-and-Response Game
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Practice a call-and-response activity where one child says a greeting and others reply.

Section 4: Role-Playing Greetings
- Lesson 1: Practice Greeting Role-Play
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Use simple role-playing scenarios to practice saying greetings in pairs.
- Lesson 2: Pair Conversation Game
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Practice a structured conversation game using greetings.

Section 5: Creative Art with Greeting Words
- Lesson 1: Create a Greeting Card
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Help children create a simple greeting card using stickers and drawings.
- Lesson 2: Share Your Art and Say Hello
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Have each child present their greeting card while saying a learned greeting.

Module 5: Review and Celebration of German Greetings

Section 1: Recap of All Greetings
- Lesson 1: Review Each Greeting
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Go over all the greetings learned from "Hallo" to "Gute Nacht."
- Lesson 2: Interactive Review Game
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Play a matching or memory game using greeting cards and words.

Section 2: Storytime Recap
- Lesson 1: Listen to a Recap Story
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Share a story that includes all the greetings learned.
- Lesson 2: Simple Q&A about the Story
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Ask simple questions about the story to reinforce the greetings.

Section 3: Group Performance
- Lesson 1: Prepare a Group Greeting Song
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Work together to prepare a song or chant that includes all the greetings.
- Lesson 2: Perform for the Class
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Present the group greeting song in front of peers or teachers.

Section 4: Creative Expression and Review
- Lesson 1: Create a Group Greeting Collage
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Collect pictures and words to make a collage of all the greetings.
- Lesson 2: Share Your Favorite Greeting
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Invite each child to share their favorite greeting and why they like it.

Section 5: Celebration and Farewell
- Lesson 1: Award Certificates of Greeting
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Distribute a small certificate recognizing each child’s participation and learning.
- Lesson 2: Final Group Goodbye Song
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Conclude with a joyful goodbye song that wraps up the course.