Mundo Abierto Spanish Intro

A comprehensive introductory unit for 8th-grade Spanish, focusing on global geography, essential communication, and rich cultural traditions through a 'Cultural Passport' lens.

Bbrittaink@urbandaleschools.com

Map Masters

Introduction to the Spanish-speaking world, exploring the 21 countries where Spanish is an official language and comparing their geography and cultures.

Hola Harmony

Mastering greetings and farewells with a focus on the cultural nuance of formal vs. informal communication.

Sound Squad

Learning the Spanish alphabet, unique sounds, and pronunciation rules to build a strong foundation for speaking.

Number Ninjas

Counting from 0 to 100 and applying numbers to real-world contexts like age, prices, and dates.

Calendar Crew

Mastering the calendar, days, and months while exploring school schedules and cultural holidays.

Climate Check

Exploring weather expressions and seasonal patterns across different Spanish-speaking regions.

Flavor Finders

A deep dive into Hispanic cuisine, mealtime traditions, and menu design.

Rhythm Rebels

Connecting with culture through the rhythms, lyrics, and dances of the Spanish-speaking world.

Canvas Culture

Exploring famous artists like Picasso and the symbolism found in Hispanic visual arts.

Fiesta Feast

Understanding major holidays and the traditions that define Hispanic communities.

Routine Radar

Comparing daily life, school, and social norms between the U.S. and Spanish-speaking cultures.

World Wonders Project

Synthesizing language and culture through a final creative project and reflection.

Karte Künstler

Exploring the D-A-CH regions (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and identifying where German is spoken globally.

Hallo Harmonie

Mastering the nuances of 'Du' vs. 'Sie' and cultural greeting etiquette in German-speaking countries.

Weltwunder-Projekt

The final showcase where students present their cultural discoveries and language skills.

Shima Explorers

Exploring the four main islands of Japan and comparing the diverse climates from Hokkaido to Okinawa.

Mirai Project

The final unit showcase where students present their cultural research and linguistic progress.

Foundations of Flight

Foundational lessons designed to establish common learning routines (PASAPORTE, REISE, TABI) and introduce the philosophy of cultural empathy and language acquisition.

Mundo Abierto Spanish Intro

A comprehensive introductory unit for 8th-grade Spanish, focusing on global geography, essential communication, and rich cultural traditions through a 'Cultural Passport' lens.

Bbrittaink@urbandaleschools.com