Objective

By the end of this lesson, the 1 year old homeschool student will be introduced to basic bilingual reading skills and gain familiarity with foreign language sounds and vocabulary.

Materials and Prep

• Picture books in both languages
• Flashcards with simple words in both languages
• Soft toys or puppets
• Quiet and comfortable learning environment

No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.

Activities

• Reading Time: Sit with the student and read picture books in both languages. Point to the pictures and name the objects in both languages. Encourage the student to repeat the words after you.
• Flashcard Fun: Show the student flashcards with simple words in both languages. Say the word in one language and ask the student to find the corresponding flashcard. Repeat this activity multiple times, gradually increasing the difficulty level.
• Puppet Play: Use soft toys or puppets to engage the student in a fun conversation. Speak in both languages, using simple phrases and expressions. Encourage the student to respond or imitate the puppet's actions.

Talking Points

• "Look, here is a cat! Can you say 'cat' in English? Meow!"
• "Now let's find the cat flashcard. Can you point to the cat?"
• "Oh, the puppet wants to say 'hello' in Spanish. Can you say 'hola'?"
• "Can you show me the book? Say 'book' in both languages."
• "The puppet is hungry. Let's say 'eat' in both languages."