STRUCTURED IMMERSION MEETS SUMMER-TIME FUN

This class will focus on teaching Italian words in an immersive fashion, while adhering to the theme of the day. Using both auditory and visual clues, we’ll introduce 20 new vocabulary words each class. Through interactive games and mock situations, we’ll be sure to keep the mind working, the body moving, and the sill conversations flowing.

DATES CLASS TIMES  
JUNE 3
9:30-10:30		 ANDIAMO
Moving your Body		 Learn More
JUNE 10
9:30-10:30		 COSA TI METTI?
Dress Up		 Learn More
JUNE 17
9:30-10:30		 MANGIA
Out to Lunch		 Learn More
JUNE 24
9:30-10:30		 CUCINIAMO
In the Kitchen		 Learn More
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Early on

Hi! Learn Italian with me through themed immersive play! My name is Alexis (Lexi), or in Italy, Ale. When I was 16, I spent a year of high school abroad in Italy hosted by an incredible family. So incredible, in fact, that my children now call them Nonna and Nonno, and they call me their daughter. Because I grew up in a small Californian town offering little (zero) in terms of Italian language preparation, I learned Italian the good old fashioned way – the immersive “sink or float” method.

Current

Fast forward twenty something years. Three children and five years of homeschooling have taught me a bit about teaching and how to keep students engaged during the learning process. I believe immersion is the best way to learn a language, and staying active is the best way to distract them from the fact that they are even learning! Instead of broad immersion where exposure topics would be endless whilst sitting at a desk where one’s mind will likely drift, my approach in teaching Italian will be themed, active, and engaging. We’ll use demonstration, participation, and repetition of a smaller pool of vocabulary during each meet-up. Your child will be engaged and start practicing their new words with me immediately. Ci vediamo presto!