Italian Term 3 Newsletter

Welcome to Term 3

Teaching and Learning in Italian

Foundation

Speaking & Listening 

This term, the students will revise the language learned last term and extend their knowledge by using new vocabulary and phrases. The topics this term will include learning the Days of the week, the Italian alphabet and learning common insects using simple sentences. There will be a strong emphasis on listening and responding to questions. Students will be encouraged to respond in Italian, paying close attention to correct pronunciation and intonation. 

Year 1 

Speaking & Listening 

This term, the students will extend their knowledge by learning new vocabulary and phrases. Topics include common insects, identifying insects and using simple sentences to describe their size and colour. We will be learning about the environment they live in.

The children will focus on developing their speaking and listening skills. There will be a strong emphasis on listening and responding to questions. Students will be encouraged to respond in Italian, paying close attention to correct pronunciation and intonation.  

Year 2

Speaking & Listening 

This term, the students will revise the language learnt last term and extend their knowledge by learning new vocabulary and phrases. The students will watch an Italian cartoon 'Muzzy', listening to the language so that it reinforces our language learning in class. Topics also include common insects, identifying insects and using simple sentences to describe their size and colour. We will be learning about the environment they live in. The children will focus on developing their speaking and listening skills. There will be a strong emphasis on listening and responding to questions. Students will be encouraged to respond in Italian, paying close attention to correct pronunciation and intonation. 

Year 3 & 4

Speaking & Listening 

This term, the students will watch an Italian cartoon 'Muzzy', listening to the language so that it reinforces our language learning in class. Topics also include common insects, identifying insects and using simple sentences to write a small paragraph. We will be learning about the environment they live in, and students describe their favourite one. They then use these paragraphs to read and share with peers. The children will focus on developing their speaking and listening skills. There will be a strong emphasis on listening and responding to questions. Students will be encouraged to respond in Italian, paying close attention to correct pronunciation and intonation.

Year 5 & 6

Speaking & Listening 

This term, the main focus will be on listening to peers read in Italian, paying close attention to correct pronunciation and intonation. Students will learn new vocabulary, using new adjectives and nouns to construct sentences.

Writing and Reading

Year 5 will read an invitation to a party, then write one to a friend. The language used includes dates, time of day and location. They will also write a paragraph describing an insect, its habitat and what it eats. Year 6 will read a letter given, then respond by writing a letter back to the teacher. The language includes describing their likes, favourite food and hobbies. Students are encouraged to read confidently by sharing their writing with peers.

Grade 6 will also complete a slideshow and a cultural project on Italy, and present what they learnt to the class.

Supporting learning from home

From time to time, students will be asked to take work home to share with you. This is an opportunity to share their enthusiasm for learning Italian and to express an interest in learning about a different culture. Even when not understanding what they are sharing, it is a good opportunity for them to show the comprehension of their knowledge.

Communication

If you have any queries along the way, please feel free to contact me using my email 

Stella Mondy (stella.mondy@education.vic.gov.au).