Activity Overview
Spanish Vocabulary is necessary for students to memorize so that they can begin to use these new words in a dialogue. Whether, it is Los pasa tiempos, ¿Adónde vas a ir de vacaciones?, or ¿Qué haces en tu casa?, with Storyboard That, students can aid their learning in a variety of ways. Using our storyboard cells, students or teachers can create visual flashcards that have a picture of the word and its name in Spanish. Another great idea is to create scenes and have students find and circle the item like a scavenger hunt! Or, students can create a storyboard that uses the word in the dialogue, for practice. The options are endless!
For this example, the teacher has created a template that students will fill out using the vocabulary from the word bank for household items.
Household Items
- la cama - bed
- la mesa - table
- el cartel - poster
- el coche - car
- la cómoda - dresser
- el cuadro - picture
- el escritorio - desk
- el espejo - mirror
- la estufa - stove
- el armario - wardrobe
- la lámpara - lamp
- los muebles - furniture
- la puerta - door
- la nevera - refrigerator
- la silla - chair
- el sillón - armchair
- el sofá - couch
- la ventana - window
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Fill in the boxes with the correct words
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Double click in the numbered boxes and write the vocabulary word in Spanish.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
Activity Overview
Spanish Vocabulary is necessary for students to memorize so that they can begin to use these new words in a dialogue. Whether, it is Los pasa tiempos, ¿Adónde vas a ir de vacaciones?, or ¿Qué haces en tu casa?, with Storyboard That, students can aid their learning in a variety of ways. Using our storyboard cells, students or teachers can create visual flashcards that have a picture of the word and its name in Spanish. Another great idea is to create scenes and have students find and circle the item like a scavenger hunt! Or, students can create a storyboard that uses the word in the dialogue, for practice. The options are endless!
For this example, the teacher has created a template that students will fill out using the vocabulary from the word bank for household items.
Household Items
- la cama - bed
- la mesa - table
- el cartel - poster
- el coche - car
- la cómoda - dresser
- el cuadro - picture
- el escritorio - desk
- el espejo - mirror
- la estufa - stove
- el armario - wardrobe
- la lámpara - lamp
- los muebles - furniture
- la puerta - door
- la nevera - refrigerator
- la silla - chair
- el sillón - armchair
- el sofá - couch
- la ventana - window
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Fill in the boxes with the correct words
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Double click in the numbered boxes and write the vocabulary word in Spanish.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How Tos about Vocabulario - Spanish Vocabulary
Organize a Spanish Vocabulary Word Wall in Your Classroom
Designate a section of your classroom wall for Spanish vocabulary words. Post new words with pictures each week, and group them by theme (e.g., household items, food, activities). Encourage students to refer to the wall during activities to reinforce learning.
Invite students to contribute visuals for each word
Ask students to draw, print, or find magazine images representing each vocabulary word. Display their visuals alongside the words to make the word wall interactive and personalized. This boosts engagement and memory retention.
Review words with quick daily games
Start class with a 2-minute game like 'I Spy,' matching, or word scramble using the word wall. Rotate games regularly to keep students excited and reinforce vocabulary in a fun way.
Assign students to use wall words in sentences
Have students pick a word from the wall and create a sentence or short dialogue in Spanish. Share examples out loud or post them near the word wall to promote language use and peer learning.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vocabulario - Spanish Vocabulary
What are some effective ways to teach Spanish household vocabulary to students?
Visual flashcards with images and Spanish words, interactive scene creation, and vocabulary scavenger hunts are engaging methods to help students learn and remember Spanish household vocabulary.
How can I create visual flashcards for Spanish vocabulary using Storyboard That?
To make visual flashcards, use Storyboard That to add storyboard cells, insert a picture for each household item, and label it with the Spanish word. This helps students connect words and images.
What are some quick activities for practicing Spanish household words in class?
Try vocabulary scavenger hunts, fill-in-the-boxes worksheets, or create short dialogues using new words. These activities are fast, fun, and effective for reinforcing learning.
Why is it important for students to use Spanish vocabulary in dialogues?
Using new Spanish words in dialogues helps students practice real-life communication, improves retention, and builds their confidence in speaking Spanish.
What is the best way to introduce household item vocabulary to beginners?
Start with pictures and simple labels, model pronunciation, and use interactive activities like matching games or storyboards to make learning household vocabulary easy and memorable.
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