| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Italian as foreign |
| What age group | Preschool / Nursery |
| What topic | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Setting the Scene: A Magical Arrival
Imagine entering a bright and colourful classroom filled with pictures of Italy: the Colosseum, pizza, and playful gondolas. As the children walk in, they're greeted by the warm sounds of traditional Italian music playing softly in the background, instantly transporting them to a charming Italian village.
As they settle down in a circle on the carpet, the teacher holds up a large, colourful treasure map with playful illustrations of iconic Italian landmarks. "Buongiorno, bambini! Today, we are going on an adventure to search for treasure in Italy! But first, we need to learn some special Italian words that will help us on our journey!"
Next, the teacher reads aloud a whimsical story about two little characters, Piccolo (small) and Grande (big), who set off on a journey to find a hidden treasure in Italy. Each page of the story showcases delightful illustrations of landscapes, food, and animals unique to Italy, introducing the children to vocabulary like "pizza," "gatto" (cat), and "cielo" (sky).
After the story, the children will be invited to respond enthusiastically by mimicking the characters. They can raise their hands to shout “Guarda!” when they see something exciting and pretend to eat imaginary pizza.
To wrap up the introduction, the teacher explains that they will be creating their own treasure hunt map after learning some Italian words. “Are you ready to join Piccolo and Grande and find our treasure in Italy?” The room fills with eager nods and excited chatter, paving the way for a fantastic lesson ahead.
And with that, the lesson smoothly transitions into learning Italian vocabulary, ensuring that the children are engaged, excited, and ready to explore a new language and culture!