Students learn to communicate in German about themselves, family, friends, activities, school, shopping, and making plans. Integrated with the language are the cultures of Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and other German speaking lands. Schools may need to purchase German Dictionaries and a German wall map. There are field trips. Students interact and develop the ability to communicate on topics such as household chores, shopping, travel, going out, celebrations, relationships, and relatives.
Students also continue to learn about German culture and customs.
Schools may need to purchase German Dictionaries and a German wall map. There are field trips. In the third year we will continued the text series and incorporate other listening, reading, writing, and speaking activities using video, current magazines and literature, songs, CD-ROM Tutorials, as well as, presenting short skits and speeches. Some topics include travel and leisure, the world of work, celebrations, and lifestyles of young people. A short unit discussing the Nazi period of Germany will also be completed.