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Which subject	Spanish
What age group	Year or Grade 9
What topic	basic greetings in Spanish
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Introduction to Basic Greetings in Spanish

Objective

In this lesson, students will learn basic greetings in Spanish. By the end of this introduction, students will be able to greet one another and introduce themselves in Spanish, setting a friendly and interactive tone for the class.

Activity: “Greeting Around the World”

Materials Needed

• Flashcards with different greetings in Spanish (e.g., "Hola", "Buenos Días", "Buenas Tardes", "Buenas Noches")
• A large world map or a digital map display
• Markers or sticky notes
• Music player for a fun background track (optional)

Preparation

1. Create Flashcards: Prepare flashcards with various basic greetings in Spanish on one side and their English translations on the other.
2. Set Up the Map: If using a physical map, display it prominently in the classroom. If digital, project it for everyone to see.
3. Plan a Welcome Music Playlist: Select upbeat, culturally relevant Spanish music to enhance the atmosphere.

Lesson Steps

1. Engage with Music (5 minutes):

   • Start the class with a lively song from a Spanish-speaking country, inviting students to clap along. This introduces them to the musicality of the language.

2. Discuss Importance of Greetings (5 minutes):

   • Briefly explain why greetings are essential in any language, focusing on building relationships and showing respect. Incorporate examples from different cultures to enrich the discussion.

3. Introduce Basic Greetings (10 minutes):

   • Present the basic Spanish greetings using the flashcards. Discuss the appropriate contexts for each greeting (e.g., "Buenos Días" for morning, "Buenas Noches" for evening).
   • Encourage students to repeat each greeting aloud to practice pronunciation.

4. Interactive Map Activity (15 minutes):

   • Invite students to come up to the world map, pick a Spanish-speaking country, and place a sticky note or marker on it.
   • For each country chosen, students will attempt to greet their peers using the Spanish greeting appropriate for the time of day. For example:
     • For Mexico, they could say “¡Hola!” (Hello).
     • For Argentina, during the evening, they could use “¡Buenas Noches!” (Good Evening).

5. Pair Greetings Activity (10 minutes):

   • Have students pair up and take turns greeting each other using what they’ve learned. Encourage them to creatively role-play scenarios (e.g., meeting at a café, entering a classroom).
   • Walk around to monitor and assist students as needed, providing feedback on pronunciation and confidence.

6. Wrap Up Debrief (5 minutes):

   • Gather the class back together and discuss what they learned.
   • Ask volunteers to share their favorite greeting or a new one they want to remember.
   • Close with a warm “Gracias” and “Hasta luego” (Thank you and See you later), reinforcing the lesson's learning goals.

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Conclusion

This engaging introduction sets the groundwork for a friendly and interactive environment, encouraging students to explore further into the Spanish language while building confidence in their speaking abilities. Always remember, a good greeting can brighten someone's day!