This course introduces foundational German vocabulary and conversational skills through interactive modules on greetings, self-introductions, colours, pets, numbers, weather, time, nature, transport, homes, animals, sports, toys, emotions, classroom items, family, body parts, clothing, fruits, and drinks. Learners engage in pronunciation practice, flashcards, games, worksheets, and partner discussions to build confidence in everyday German usage.
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Refreshing social phrases and basic descriptors to start interactions confidently

Curriculum Mapping
  • S4.CR.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Ask and answer very short and simple questions in the L3 about concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
  • S4.CR.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use very short and simple expressions to start, maintain and end interactions, demonstrating an awareness of social conventions, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
  • S4.EU.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use common words and phrases to give very basic information on concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, using visual gestures and supports to aid communication.
  • S4.CR.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Participate in very simple classroom routines, activities and games using the L3.
  • S4.CS.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and demonstrate understanding of very basic words and short and simple questions, phrases and instructions in the L3 related to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
  • S4.EU.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Engage with and respond to very short and simple texts like a greeting, poem, rhyme or song, etc.
Social Greetings
Greet Friends Like Locals (Die Begrüßungen) Quiz Beginner
Say Goodbye (die Tschüss und Auf Wiedersehens) Quiz Beginner
Introduce Yourself (Vorstellungen) Quiz Beginner
Basic Descriptors
Describe Colours Vividly (Die Farben) Quiz Beginner
Meet Favourite Pets (Haustiere) Quiz Beginner
Count Everyday Items (die Zahlen) Quiz Beginner

Describe weather patterns and daily routines with time vocabulary

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    Sky Watchers
    Describe the Weather (das Wetter) Quiz Beginner
    Tell the Time (die Uhrzeit) Quiz Beginner
    Daily Timelines
    Name the Days (die Tage) Quiz Beginner
    Months of the Year (Die Monate) Quiz Beginner
    Talk About Yourself (Über mich sprechen) Quiz Beginner
    Explore Nature (die Natur) Quiz Beginner

    Navigate travel, homes, and wildlife with descriptive language

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      On the Move
      Travel by Transport (Die Verkehrsmittel) Quiz Beginner
      Home Spaces
      Tour House Rooms (Die Räume im Haus) Quiz Beginner
      Furnish Your Home (Die Möbel) Quiz Beginner
      Wild Discoveries
      Spot Wild Animals (die Tiere) Quiz Beginner
      Discover Insects (Die Insekten) Quiz Beginner
      Observe Birds (Die Vögel) Quiz Beginner

      Express interests in sports, play, music, and feelings

      Curriculum Mapping
      • S4.CS.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Identify and demonstrate understanding of key information in very short and simple texts that relate to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics.
      Active Play
      Play Your Sports (Die Sportarten) Quiz Beginner
      Favorite Toys (Die Spielsachen) Quiz Beginner
      Creative Expressions
      Play Instruments (Die Musikinstrumente) Quiz Beginner
      Express Emotions (die Gefühle) Quiz Beginner
      Classroom Essentials (Schulbedarf) Quiz Beginner
      Master Numbers Again (die Zahlen) Quiz Beginner

      Describe self, family, and preferences confidently

      Curriculum Mapping
      • S4.EU.4: Communicative Competence In The L3: Gather, create and share texts using English, Irish, the L3 and other languages to demonstrate and celebrate what they have learned.
      Family and Body
      Meet the Family (die Familie) Quiz Beginner
      Point to Body Parts (die Körperteile) Quiz Beginner
      Dress in Style (Die Kleidung) Quiz Beginner
      Me and My Likes
      Tell About Yourself (Über mich erzählen) Quiz Beginner
      Taste the Fruits (die Früchte) Quiz Beginner
      Sip on Drinks (Getränke) Quiz Beginner

      Refreshing social phrases and basic descriptors to start interactions confidently

      Curriculum Mapping
      • S4.CR.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Ask and answer very short and simple questions in the L3 about concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
      • S4.CR.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use very short and simple expressions to start, maintain and end interactions, demonstrating an awareness of social conventions, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
      • S4.EU.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use common words and phrases to give very basic information on concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, using visual gestures and supports to aid communication.
      • S4.CR.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Participate in very simple classroom routines, activities and games using the L3.
      • S4.CS.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and demonstrate understanding of very basic words and short and simple questions, phrases and instructions in the L3 related to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
      • S4.EU.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Engage with and respond to very short and simple texts like a greeting, poem, rhyme or song, etc.
      Social Greetings
      Greet Friends Like Locals (Die Begrüßungen) Quiz Beginner
      Say Goodbye (die Tschüss und Auf Wiedersehens) Quiz Beginner
      Introduce Yourself (Vorstellungen) Quiz Beginner
      Basic Descriptors
      Describe Colours Vividly (Die Farben) Quiz Beginner
      Meet Favourite Pets (Haustiere) Quiz Beginner
      Count Everyday Items (die Zahlen) Quiz Beginner

      Describe weather patterns and daily routines with time vocabulary

      Curriculum Mapping
        Sky Watchers
        Describe the Weather (das Wetter) Quiz Beginner
        Tell the Time (die Uhrzeit) Quiz Beginner
        Daily Timelines
        Name the Days (die Tage) Quiz Beginner
        Months of the Year (Die Monate) Quiz Beginner
        Talk About Yourself (Über mich sprechen) Quiz Beginner
        Explore Nature (die Natur) Quiz Beginner

        Navigate travel, homes, and wildlife with descriptive language

        Curriculum Mapping
          On the Move
          Travel by Transport (Die Verkehrsmittel) Quiz Beginner
          Home Spaces
          Tour House Rooms (Die Räume im Haus) Quiz Beginner
          Furnish Your Home (Die Möbel) Quiz Beginner
          Wild Discoveries
          Spot Wild Animals (die Tiere) Quiz Beginner
          Discover Insects (Die Insekten) Quiz Beginner
          Observe Birds (Die Vögel) Quiz Beginner

          Express interests in sports, play, music, and feelings

          Curriculum Mapping
          • S4.CS.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Identify and demonstrate understanding of key information in very short and simple texts that relate to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics.
          Active Play
          Play Your Sports (Die Sportarten) Quiz Beginner
          Favorite Toys (Die Spielsachen) Quiz Beginner
          Creative Expressions
          Play Instruments (Die Musikinstrumente) Quiz Beginner
          Express Emotions (die Gefühle) Quiz Beginner
          Classroom Essentials (Schulbedarf) Quiz Beginner
          Master Numbers Again (die Zahlen) Quiz Beginner

          Describe self, family, and preferences confidently

          Curriculum Mapping
          • S4.EU.4: Communicative Competence In The L3: Gather, create and share texts using English, Irish, the L3 and other languages to demonstrate and celebrate what they have learned.
          Family and Body
          Meet the Family (die Familie) Quiz Beginner
          Point to Body Parts (die Körperteile) Quiz Beginner
          Dress in Style (Die Kleidung) Quiz Beginner
          Me and My Likes
          Tell About Yourself (Über mich erzählen) Quiz Beginner
          Taste the Fruits (die Früchte) Quiz Beginner
          Sip on Drinks (Getränke) Quiz Beginner

          Curriculum Mapping

          See exactly how this course maps to official curriculum specifications

          Curriculum Area
          Outcomes
          Building An Awareness Of Languages And Cultures
          Exploring languages
          S3.EL.1 S3.EL.2
          Understanding myself as a language learner
          S3.UL.1 S3.UL.2
          Developing intercultural awareness
          S3.IA.1 S3.IA.2 S3.IA.3 S3.IA.4 S3.IA.5 S3.IA.6 S3.IA.7
          Communicative Competence In The L3
          Developing communicative relationships through language
          S4.CR.1 S4.CR.2 S4.CR.3
          Understanding the content and structure of language
          S4.CS.1 S4.CS.2
          Exploring and using language
          S4.EU.1 S4.EU.2 S4.EU.3 S4.EU.4
          • Strand: Communicative Competence In The L3

          What Students Will Learn

          Learning Goals

          1. Develop foundational conversational skills for everyday interactions in German.
          2. Gain cultural awareness of German traditions, daily life, and societal norms.
          3. Acquire proficiency in basic vocabulary and pronunciation for practical use.
          4. Enhance comprehension through reading and discussing simple German texts.
          5. Build confidence in expressing personal ideas and planning scenarios in German.

          Learning Outcomes

          1. Exchange greetings and personal introductions with peers in German during simulated conversations.
          2. Ask and respond to questions about preferences, family, and animals using accurate vocabulary and simple sentence structures.
          3. Discuss German cultural elements, including festivals, daily routines, and traditions, in short oral exchanges.
          4. Perform basic transactional dialogues, such as shopping, ordering food, and inquiring about transport or weather.
          5. Create and read short German texts on topics like nature, food, and personal plans, demonstrating improved pronunciation and comprehension.

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