Asbury Park
Name of Unit: Mother Nature
Content Area: World Language
Big Idea:
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Unit #/Duration: 2/ 2nd Marking Period
Grade Level: 2
Seasons in Spanish
Weather in Spanish
Essential Questions:
● What are the four seasons and the months of each
season in Spanish?
● What are major holidays for each season in
Spanish?
● What is the typical weather like in each season in
Spanish?
● What is the student’s favorite season in Spanish?
● What is today’s weather in Spanish?
I Can Statements:
● I can recognize familiar spoken or written words and
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phrases contained in culturally authentic materials.
I can demonstrate comprehension of simple, oral and
written directions, commands, and requests through
appropriate physical response.
I can use digital tools to exchange basic information
at the word and memorized phrase level related to
self and targeted themes.
I can give and follow simple oral and written
directions, commands, and requests when
participating in age appropriate classroom and
cultural activities.
I can ask and respond to simple questions, make
requests, and express preferences using memorized
words and phrases.
I can copy/write words, phrases, or simple guided
texts on familiar topics.
I can imitate, recite, and/or dramatize simple poetry,
rhymes, songs, and skits.
Common Core State Standards:
● World Languages: All students will be able to use a world language in addition to English to engage in
meaningful conversation, to understand and interpret spoken and written language, and to present information,
concepts, and ideas, while also gaining an understanding of the perspectives of other cultures. Through language
study, they will make connections with other content areas, compare the language and culture studied with
their own, and participate in home and global communities.
Interpretive Mode: The mode of communication in which students demonstrate understanding of spoken
and written communication within the appropriate cultural context. Examples of “one-way” reading or
listening include cultural interpretations of print, video, and online texts, movies, radio and television
broadcasts, and speeches. Interpretation beyond the Novice level differs from comprehension because it
implies the ability to read or listen “between the lines” and “beyond the lines.”
7.1.NM.A.1 Recognize familiar spoken or written words and phrases contained in culturally authentic materials using
electronic information and other sources related to targeted themes.
7.1.NM.A.2 Demonstrate comprehension of simple, oral and written directions, commands, and requests through
appropriate physical response.
7.1.NM.A.3 Recognize a few common gestures and cultural practices associated with the target culture(s).
7.1.NM.A.4 Identify familiar people, places, and objects based on simple oral and/or written descriptions.
7.1.NM.A.5 Demonstrate comprehension of brief oral and written messages using age- and level-appropriate,
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culturally authentic materials on familiar topics.
 Interpersonal Mode: The mode of communication in which students engage in direct oral and/or written
communication with others (e.g., conversing g face-to face, participating in online discussions or
videoconferences, instant messaging and text messaging, exchanging personal letters or e-mail messages).
7.1.NM.B.1 Use digital tools to exchange basic information at the word and memorized phrase level related to self
and targeted themes.
7.1.NM.B.2 Give and follow simple oral and written directions, commands, and requests when participating in age
appropriate classroom and cultural activities.
7.1.NM.B.3 Imitate appropriate gestures and intonation of the target culture(s)/language during greetings, leavetakings, and daily interactions.
7.1.NM.B.4 Ask and respond to simple questions, make requests, and express preferences using memorized words
and phrases.
7.1.NM.B.5 Exchange information using words, phrases, and short sentences practiced in class on familiar topics or
on topics studied in other content areas.
 Presentational Mode: The mode of communication in which students present, through oral and/or written
communications, information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers with whom there is
no immediate interaction. Examples of this “one-to-many” mode of communication are making a
presentation to a group, posting an online video or webpage, creating and posting a podcast or video cast,
and writing an article for a newspaper.
7.1.NM.C.1 Use basic information at the word and memorized-phrase level to create a multimedia-rich presentation
on targeted themes to be shared virtually with a target language audience.
7.1.NM.C.2 Imitate, recite, and/or dramatize simple poetry, rhymes, songs, and skits.
7.1.NM.C.3 Copy/write words, phrases, or simple guided texts on familiar topics.
7.1.NM.C.4 Present information from age- and level appropriate, culturally authentic materials orally or in writing.
7.1.NM.C.5 Name and label tangible cultural products and imitate cultural practices from the target culture(s).
Interdisciplinary Connections:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1
Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with
peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1.A
Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the floor in respectful ways, listening to others
with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion).
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1.B
Build on others' talk in conversations by linking their comments to the remarks of others.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1.C
Ask for clarification and further explanation as needed about the topics and texts under discussion.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.2
Recount or describe key ideas or details from a text read aloud or information presented orally or
through other media.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.3
Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather
additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.4
Tell a story or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details, speaking
audibly in coherent sentences.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.5
Create audio recordings of stories or poems; add drawings or other visual displays to stories or recounts
of experiences when appropriate to clarify ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.6
Produce complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation in order to provide requested detail
or clarification. (See grade 2 Language standards 1 and 3 here for specific expectations.)
Symbol: **IC
Technology Integration: (Standards included only if students will be demonstrating knowledge/understanding/skill.)
Symbol: ***TI
Texts
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Primary Text:
Teachersdiscovery.com
Discovery education.com
Ed-helper.com
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Secondary/Supplemental Texts:
Teacher-made materials
Culturally Authentic Materials
Suggested Instructional Activities/Strategies
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Reciting and Dictation
Video: Professor parrot Speaks Spanish (grades K-2)-Teacher’s Discovery
Videos: Dora the Explorer or Diego the Adventurer (target language)-number concepts
Interpretive Mode:
Linguistic: The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can
independently identify and recognize memorized words and phrases that bring meaning to text.
Cultural:  Personal identity is developed through experiences that occur within one’s family, one’s community,
and the culture at large. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not
limited to: self, friends, family, pets, physical/personality descriptions, school, likes/dislikes, and pastimes.)
Observing and participating in culturally authentic activities contribute to familiarization with cultural products
and practices. (Topics and activities that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are
not limited to: authentic celebrations, songs, and dances.)
Healthy eating habits and fitness practices may vary across cultures. (Topics that assist in the development of
this understanding should include, but are not limited to: foods, shopping, eating at home or in restaurants, and
wellness practices.)
Many products and practices related to home and community are shared across cultures; others are culturespecific. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to:
home life, places in the community, activities within the community, and travel.)
What is perceived as “basic needs” varies among and within cultures. (Topics that assist in the development of
this understanding should include, but are not limited to: safety, food, shelter, and purchase and sale of goods
such as toys, games, travel, and luxury items.)
Maps, graphs, and other graphic organizers facilitate understanding of information on a wide range of topics
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related to the world and global issues. They make complex concepts more accessible to second-language
learners who have limited proficiency in the language. (Content areas that assist in the development of this
understanding should include, but are not limited to: history, economics, science, and geography.)
Learning about age and developmentally appropriate content that is of high interest to students and has a direct
connection to the cultural contexts of the target language cultivates an awareness of the shared human
experience. (Content that assists in the development of this understanding should include, but is not limited to:
all content areas and popular culture.)
Interpersonal Mode:
 Linguistic: The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can use
memorized words and phrases independently to:  Respond to learned questions.  Ask memorized
questions.  State needs and preferences.  Describe people, places, and things.
 Cultural:  Personal identity is developed through experiences that occur within one’s family, one’s
community, and the culture at large. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should
include, but are not limited to: self, friends, family, pets, physical/personality descriptions, school,
likes/dislikes, and pastimes.)
 Observing and participating in culturally authentic activities contribute to familiarization with cultural
products and practices. (Topics and activities that assist in the development of this understanding should
include, but are not limited to: authentic celebrations, songs, and dances.)
 Healthy eating habits and fitness practices may vary across cultures. (Topics that assist in the development
of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: foods, shopping, eating at home or in
restaurants, and wellness practices.)
 Many products and practices related to home and community are shared across cultures; o t hers are
culture-specific. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not
limited to : home life, places in the community, activities within the community, and travel. )
 What is perceived as “ basic needs” varies among and within cultures. (Topics that assist in the development
of this understanding should include, but are not limited to : safety, food , shelter, and purchase and sale of
goods such as toys, games, travel, and luxury item s.)
 Maps, graphs, and other graphic organizers facilitate understanding of information on a wide range of topics
related to the world and global issues. They make complex concepts more accessible to second language
learners who have limited proficiency in the language. (Content areas that assist in the development of this
understanding should include, but are not limited to: history, economics, science, and geography.)
 Learning about age- and developmentally appropriate content that is of high interest to students and has a
direct connection to the cultural contexts of the target language cultivates an awareness of the shared
human experience. (Content that assists in the development of this understanding should include, but is not
limited to: all content areas and popular culture.)
Presentational Mode:
 Linguistic: The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can use
memorized words and phrases independently to:  Make lists.  State needs and preferences.  Describe
people, places, and things.
 Cultural:  Personal identity is developed through experiences that occur within one’s family, one’s
community, and the culture at large. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should
include, but are not limited to: self, friends, family, pets, physical/personality descriptions, school,
likes/dislikes, and pastimes.)
 Observing and participating in culturally authentic activities contribute to familiarization with cultural
products and practices. (Topics and activities that assist in the development of this understanding should
include, but are not limited to: authentic celebrations, songs, and dances.)
 Healthy eating habits and fitness practices may vary across cultures. (Topics that assist in the development
of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: foods, shopping, eating at home or in
restaurants, and wellness practices.)
 Many products and practices related to home and community are shared across cultures; others are culturespecific. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to:
home life, places in the community, activities within the community, and travel. )
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What is perceived as “ basic needs” varies among and within cultures. (Topics that assist in the development
of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: safety, food, shelter, and purchase and sale of
goods such as toys, games, travel, and luxury items.)
Maps, graphs, and other graphic organizers facilitate understanding of information on a wide range of topics
related to the world and global issues. They make complex concepts more accessible to second language
learners who have limited proficiency in the language. (Content areas that assist in the development of this
understanding should include, but are not limited to: history, economics, science, and geography.)
Learning about age- and developmentally appropriate content that is of high interest to students and has a
direct connection to the cultural contexts of the target language cultivates an awareness of the shared
human experience. (Content that assists in the development of this understanding should include, but is not
limited to: all content areas and popular culture.)
Teacher Resources
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See attached: World Language Standards Document
http://www.myspanishteacher.org/resources.htm
http://tpduggan.co/powerp.htm
Vocabulary
Domain Specific Academic Vocabulary (Tier 3)
Las estaciones del año.
la primavera
spring
el verano
summer
el otoño
autumn
el invierno
winter
¿Cómo está el tiempo?
How's the weather?
¿Qué tiempo hace?
What's the weather like?
¿Cómo está por afuera?
How is it outside?
¿Cómo está el clima?
How's the climate?
Hace frío.
It's cold.
Hace calor.
It's hot.
Hace viento.
It's windy.
Hace sol.
It's sunny.
General Academic Vocabulary (Tier 2)
enero
January
febrero
February
marzo
March
abril
April
mayo
May
junio
June
julio
July
agosto
August
septiembre
September
octubre
October
noviembre
November
diciembre
December
Hace buen tiempo.
The weather is good.
Hace mal tiempo.
The weather is bad.
Hace fresco.
It's brisk.
Hay niebla.
It's foggy.
Hay neblina.
It's misty.
Hay sol.
The sun is shining.
Hay luna.
The moon is out.
Hay relámpagos.
It's lightning.
Hay humedad.
It's humid.
Hay nubes.
It's cloudy.
Hay lluvias torrenciales.
It's pouring.
Hay un vendaval.
There's a windstorm.
Hay granizo.
It's hailing.
Hay lloviznas.
It's sprinkling.
Formative Assessments:
● Dictate the seasons and weather to partner
● Do Now
● Quick Writes
● Exit Ticket
● Repeat after teacher
● Checks for understanding
● Turn and Talk
● Accuracy in pronunciation and responses
● Journal Entries
● Small group activities
Type
Assessments
Summative Assessment:
● Teacher Generated Assessment
● Vocabulary Assessment
Differentiation/Scaffolding
(for example ELL, students who are classified, struggling learners, etc.)
Visual
Auditory
Kinesthetic
Language Development
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Appendix 1
(graphic organizers, rubrics, websites, activities, manipulatives, sample assessments, etc.)
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Rubistar4teachers.org (create rubric)
Weather map
Weather activity worksheets
Construction paper
Student activity masters (weather/weather terms/seasons/clothing/body parts/colors
Dress poster of a child according to the weather
Complete activities identifying months of each season
Use weather expression in conversations
Complete sentences that describes the weather illustrated
Students say two/three things they do in the morning, afternoon and evening
Students write and illustrate a page for a class book telling what they do at a specific time of the day
Fill out a blank calendar with the days of the week based on a Spanish calendar.
Appendix 2
(Quad D Exemplar Lesson Plan)