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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to learn about mummies while practicing basic Spanish vocabulary and phrases.

Materials and Prep

  • Printed images or drawings of mummies
  • Whiteboard or large paper
  • Markers or colored pencils
  • Spanish-English dictionary (optional)

Activities

  1. Begin by showing the student the images or drawings of mummies. Ask them if they know what a mummy is and if they have heard of any famous mummies.

  2. Write the word "mummy" on the whiteboard or paper. Explain to the student that in Spanish, a mummy is called "momia" (pronounced: moh-mee-ah).

  3. Practice saying the word "momia" together several times, emphasizing the correct pronunciation. Encourage the student to repeat after you.

  4. Introduce a few more Spanish words related to mummies, such as "pirámide" (pyramid) and "tumba" (tomb). Practice saying these words and their English translations.

  5. Engage the student in a drawing activity. Ask them to draw a mummy, a pyramid, and a tomb while labeling each item with its corresponding Spanish word.

  6. Once the drawings are complete, have the student present their artwork and explain the Spanish words they have learned.

First Grade Talking Points

  • "Today, we are going to learn about mummies. Can you tell me what you know about mummies?"
  • "In Spanish, a mummy is called 'momia.' Can you say 'momia'?"
  • "Let's practice saying some other Spanish words related to mummies. Repeat after me: 'pirámide' and 'tumba'."
  • "Now, let's draw some pictures! Draw a mummy, a pyramid, and a tomb. Don't forget to label them with their Spanish names!"
  • "Great job! Now, can you show me your drawings and tell me the Spanish words you used?"