Lesson Plan: Polite Words in Spanish
Subject
Spanish
Grade Level
1st Grade
Duration
30 minutes
Lesson Topic
Polite Words (Palabras Educadas)
Objective
Students will be able to identify and use basic polite words in Spanish, such as “por favor” (please), “gracias” (thank you), “de nada” (you’re welcome), and “perdón” (excuse me/sorry).
Materials Needed
- Flashcards with polite words in Spanish
- Chart paper and markers
- Craft materials (scissors, glue, colored pencils)
- Audio clips of polite word usage in daily conversations (optional)
Lesson Procedure
Introduction (5 minutes)
- Greet the students warmly in Spanish: “¡Hola, clase!”
- Introduce the topic of polite words by asking students why it’s important to be polite.
- Write the title "Palabras Educadas" on the board and explain that today they will learn some special words that help us be respectful and kind.
Direct Instruction (10 minutes)
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Introduce the following polite words using flashcards:
- Por Favor (Please)
- Gracias (Thank You)
- De Nada (You’re Welcome)
- Perdón (Excuse Me/Sorry)
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For each word:
- Show the flashcard.
- Say the word aloud and have students repeat after you.
- Give a simple example of how the word is used in a sentence.
- Encourage students to act out scenarios using these polite words (e.g., asking for something, receiving a gift).
Guided Practice (10 minutes)
- Organize students into pairs.
- Give each pair a scenario to practice (e.g., “You want to borrow a pencil. Use ‘por favor.’”).
- Walk around the room, listening to their conversations and providing support and correction as needed.
- After a few minutes, ask a few pairs to share their dialogues with the class.
Independent Practice (5 minutes)
- Hand out a worksheet that includes matching polite words with their translations and fill-in-the-blank sentences.
- Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually.
- Review answers as a class, reinforcing understanding.
Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Recap the polite words learned in the lesson.
- Engage students in a quick assessment by asking them to raise their hands when you say a polite word in Spanish.
- Discuss briefly how using these polite words makes interactions more pleasant.
Extension Activity (Optional)
- Encourage students to create a “Polite Words” poster using craft materials, where they can illustrate the words they learned and display it in the classroom.
Assessment
- Observe students during pair work to assess their ability to use polite words in context.
- Review the completed worksheets to evaluate their understanding of translations and sentence structure.
Additional Resources
- Recommended Spanish children’s books that emphasize politeness.
- Links to songs or videos about polite words in Spanish.
This lesson plan aims to instill a sense of respect and kindness among students through the learning of polite language, foundational for their social interactions.