- Duration: 60 hours
Our Portuguese Language for Kids (Ages 10–15) course is designed for young learners and teenagers who want to learn Portuguese in an engaging, interactive, and supportive environment. The course focuses on building strong communication skills while encouraging confidence, creativity, and cultural awareness.
What Students Will Learn
Through age-appropriate activities and real-life topics, students will:
- Develop vocabulary and expressions for everyday communication
- Improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
- Learn basic to intermediate grammar in a clear and practical way
- Communicate about school, hobbies, friendships, and daily life
- Build accurate pronunciation and comprehension
Teaching Approach
Lessons combine structure with creativity and include:
- Interactive speaking activities and role-plays
- Games, videos, songs, and digital resources
- Reading short texts and writing simple compositions
- Collaborative tasks that encourage teamwork and confidence
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will:
- Communicate confidently in Portuguese at an age-appropriate level
- Understand written and spoken Portuguese on familiar topics
- Express opinions and ideas with increasing accuracy
- Develop an appreciation of Portuguese-speaking cultures
This course is suitable for beginners and learners with prior exposure to Portuguese, and classes are adapted to students’ age, level, and learning pace.
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 0 Lessons
- 60 Hours
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- Overview & Academic IntegrationLesson 1: Introduction to European Portuguese and school integration goals.
Lesson 2: Understanding school rules and academic expectations in Portugal.
Lesson 3: Setting up the digital portfolio for continuous progress tracking.0 - Module 1 – Me and the School (15 Hours)Lesson 1: Greetings, personal introductions, and addressing teachers/peers.
Lesson 2: Vocabulary for school supplies, classroom objects, and daily routines.
Lesson 3: Using the verbs "Ser" and "Estar" for identity and location in a school context.
Lesson 4: Forming simple sentences to express needs and ask basic questions.
Lesson 5: Mid-module oral task: Simulating a classroom interaction.0 - Module 2 – My Social World (15 Hours)Lesson 1: Vocabulary for family, friends, and social circles.
Lesson 2: Expressing likes, dislikes, and personal hobbies.
Lesson 3: Technology and social media communication.
Lesson 4: Rules of coexistence and social etiquette.
Lesson 5: Vocabulary for feelings and expressing opinions.0 - Module 3 – Functional Communication (15 Hours)Lesson 1: Practical language for shopping and currency.
Lesson 2: Navigating public transportation and city maps.
Lesson 3: Basic health vocabulary and asking for help.
Lesson 4: Handling simple unexpected events or emergencies.
Lesson 5: Roleplaying practical urban interactions.0 - Module 4 – Academic Language (15 Hours)Lesson 1: Study and organization techniques for better learning.
Lesson 2: Summarizing school texts and identifying main ideas.
Lesson 3: Developing abstract vocabulary and formal expressions.
Lesson 4: Paragraph structuring and writing simple narratives.
Lesson 5: Consolidating verb tenses (past, present, future) and connectors.0
A: As this is a certified course, you will receive a Declaration of Attendance and Participation with a qualitative grade. The certificate can be used for academic, professional, public sector or personal purposes, depending on the institution’s requirements.
A: It uses a quantitative scale from 0 to 25; a final grade of 10 is required to pass.
A: The course is organized in groups of 15 to 30 participants.
A: You must attend at least 80% of the sessions to be eligible for the final declaration.
Requirements
- Age Limit: Specifically for adolescents age 6-9 years.
- Attendance: A minimum attendance of 80% is mandatory to complete the course.
- Language Need: For non-native speakers or those needing curricular reinforcement.
Features
- Active Approach: Group work, guided debates, and thematic mini-presentations.
- Gamification: Use of digital challenges like Kahoot and Wordwall for engagement.
- Continuous Assessment: Progress is tracked through participation, a digital portfolio, and a final test.
- Family Support: Families have access to the student’s portfolio and receive regular feedback.
Target audiences
- Non-native adolescents living in Portugal who need to follow the national school curriculum.
- Students wanting to strengthen their communicative confidence and argumentation skills.
