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Symtalk visual language learning program components for Spanish and French
Symtalk

Fun, simple language learning for K-5 students.

World Languages Elementary School (K-5) Supplemental Learning Blended Solution

Symtalk—available for Spanish and French—is all about visual language learning. Symtalk uses a symbol method, with each image representing a word. What makes Symtalk unique is that the symbols represent all parts of speech, and are introduced and practiced in the context of a complete sentence. Your students will learn vocabulary and grammar in a natural way while having fun interpreting each picture!

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3 Simple Steps to Language Learning

Learning a new language has never been more fun!

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Step 1 - Learn

Students are introduced to the symbol cards in meaningful sentences.

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Step 2 - Repeat

Students can practice through writing and paired communication activities in their workbook.

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Step 3 - Have Fun

Students enjoy communicative activities to foster speaking and listening skills.

Key Features
  • Symbol Cards
  • Student Workbooks
  • Teacher's Edition Workbook
  • Engaging Games
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Use self-explanatory symbols in place of words to create meaningful sentences. The Symbol Cards represent all parts of speech: subjects, nouns, adverbs, prepositions, and more. They are introduced in a meaningful sentence structure that allows students to interpret the meaning immediately while learning grammar at the same time.

Symbol cards in Symtalk program including boy with hat, socceer, cat, medical, and more

Reinforce and master vocabulary through writing and paired communication activities.

Vocabulary activities in Symtalk student workbook

All the teaching tips, cultural notes, activities, and assessments you need.

Symtalk teacher's edition workbook teaching tips and activities

Foster communication proficiency and listening skills in a meaningful context. Students can communicate in pairs, small groups, or as a class, using the board games.

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Why Students Love Symtalk

Symtalk makes language learning fun! Students learn vocabulary and grammar by interpreting pictures and completing games and activities.

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You might also like Exploring

Our Exploring Series is an introductory program intended to present Spanish, French, German, Italian, or Chinese language and culture to beginning language learners.

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