Christmas celebrations in Peru
Learning outcomes
I can use 'ser' and 'estar' to learn about Christmas traditions in Peru.
I can pronounce familiar sounds in unfamiliar words from a Peruvian Christmas carol.
Christmas celebrations in Peru
Learning outcomes
I can use 'ser' and 'estar' to learn about Christmas traditions in Peru.
I can pronounce familiar sounds in unfamiliar words from a Peruvian Christmas carol.
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Key learning points
- A range of familiar sound spelling correspondences can be practised in a traditional Peruvian Christmas carol.
- Singular 'ser' can be used to understand information about Christmas traditions in Peru.
- 'Estar' can be used to understand where things are and how people feel.
- 'Porque' can be used to connect ideas between clauses in a sentence.
- A Huyano is a genre of popular music and dance from Peru. 'Niño manuelito' is a Christmas huayno.
Keywords
Soy - part of the verb ‘ser’ meaning to be, being for general traits meaning I am
Es - part of the verb ‘ser’ meaning to be, being for general traits meaning she, he, it is
Estoy - part of the verb ‘estar’ meaning to be, being for location and temporary state meaning I am
Porque - word that connects ideas between clauses in a sentence meaning because
Common misconception
Christmas traditions and celebrations are the same in Peru, Spain and Great Britain.
Each country has its own traditions and celebrations. Although there are similarities, each country has celebrations and traditions unique to its history and culture.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
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Assessment exit quiz
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