The emphasis of the GAI children’s language program is natural acquisition of language in an interactive, fun environment. A standard routine is adhered to in our classes, which incorporates listening and speaking, singing and crafts, games and physical motion, and story-time. Children interact with and learn German culture as they build their language skills. Our language instruction is designed to be culturally authentic, with hands-on activities to engage the learner’s interest and attention. Activities are fun & creative and also involve use of the new language in higher-level thinking skills.
Classes begin on January 19th, meet Saturday mornings from 9:00 – 10:15 for 12 weeks, and cost $200 per semester.
This class is geared towards children with little or no prior exposure to German. The instruction will be conducted primarily in German, with emphasis on oral language. Children will learn basic vocabulary pertaining to the day’s topic. Presentation & practice of the language will be activity-based & age appropriate, and kids will have FUN while learning German!
Instructions and class activities will be conducted primarily in German, with emphasis on oral language development. Children with minimal prior exposure to German will acquire basic communication skills and general vocabulary pertaining to the topics presented. They will also be exposed to enriched thematic and cultural content while having fun interacting in German with peers. Instruction is highly interactive and activity-based. Simple worksheets with reading & writing will be provided to reinforce skills throughout the week. Levels 1-2.
Instruction will be conducted entirely in German, with emphasis on continued oral language development. Children with extended prior exposure to German increase their mastery of basic communication skills and gain more specialized vocabulary. They are exposed to enriched thematic and cultural content and have fun interacting with German-speaking peers. The instructional continues to focus on activity-based presentation & practice of the language. Levels 3-4.
Class will be conducted entirely in German, with emphasis on all aspects of the language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The content-based curriculum will challenge children to learn new factual and cultural information about the various topics, as well as the vocabulary necessary to communicate meaningfully about what they are learning. A minimal amount of written homework will be assigned.
• While your child has fun with German, you can enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen in the main building! Both the Kaffeestube and the library are now open Saturday mornings. Check out a children’s book or movie, or just enjoy a chat with other parents.
*For further information call Language Services at 651-222-2979, or send an e-mail to language@gai-mn.org
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