Children's Arabic Language Program
Course Descriptions
Toddler: Introductory Arabic (3 - 4 years)
This class exposes your child to the Arabic language and culture through fun activities, songs, games, stories, and small crafts. No textbook is used in this class.
Arabic A: Introductory Arabic (3 - 4 years)
This class exposes your child to the Arabic language and culture through fun activities, songs, games, stories, and small crafts. No textbook is used in this class.
Please note that the children need to be toilet trained. We prefer that a parent accompanies a child during class.
Course Materials
"A Bouquet of Letters & Numbers - K1", "( باقة حروف وأرقام: روضة أولى (الفصل الأول و الثاني " by a team of authors.
Intro I: Introductory Arabic (5 - 6 years)
Over two semesters, this class introduces the Arabic Alphabet and enables the student to identify and copy the Arabic letters in their independent forms.
Arabic B: Introductory Arabic
(4 - 5 years)
Over two semesters, this class introduces the Arabic Alphabet and enables the student to identify and copy the Arabic letters in their independent forms.
By the end of this class, students will be able to use basic greetings, say their names, count and say their age, talk about themselves and their families, use common expressions and comprehend basic classroom directions. In addition, they learn some vocabulary related to various topics such as clothes, colors, sizes, body parts, fruits and vegetables, Arabic breakfast and drinks, classroom objects, animals, nature, and means of transportation.
Course Materials
ABDA AL ARABIA- I START ARABIC BOOK BY NASEF ABDELAZIZ (Volume 1 & 2).
Intro II: Introductory Arabic (7 - 8 years)
Over two semesters, it introduces the various shapes of the Arabic letters and enables the student to identify, sound and copy these letters in their initial, medial, and final positions.
Arabic C: Introductory Arabic (5 - 6 years)
This class is offered to Kindergarten students. Over two semesters, it introduces the various shapes of the Arabic letters and enables the student to identify, sound, and copy these letters in their initial, medial, and final positions. Also, they will be able to recognize and sound the short and long vowels.
By the end of this class, students will be able to use basic greetings, some courtesy words, say their names, count and say their age, express agreement and disagreement, use common expressions, comprehend basic classroom directions, and make simple requests. Students will also be able to provide simple responses based on familiar topics such as health, feelings, family, clothes, colors, sizes, body parts, fruits and vegetables, Arabic breakfast and drinks, dining utensils, classroom objects, animals, nature, and means of transportation. The days of the week, seasons, and singular subjective pronouns will be introduced as well.
Course Materials
Alif’s Book (Part 1 & 2): A complete set of educational materials developed by Alif Institute specifically for this level.
Arabic 101: Elementary Arabic Level 1 (8 – 10 years old)
By the end of this level (two semesters) students will be able to recognize the Arabic letters, pronounce correctly all Arabic sounds, and be able to read simple words and short phrases.
Arabic 101: Elementary Arabic Level 1 (6 – 9 years old)
This class is offered to (6 years old) students who complete Arabic C at Alif Institute. It is also offered to (8 - 9 years old) students with no prior exposure to Arabic.
By the end of this level (two semesters), students will be able to recognize the Arabic letters, pronounce correctly all Arabic sounds, and be able to read and write simple words and short phrases. Besides learning all letters, 10 extra-alphabetical symbols are introduced.
In addition to developing reading, writing, and vocabulary skills, students will learn more greetings, farewells, and some courtesy words. They will also learn numbers and be able to tell their age, express agreement and disagreement likes and dislikes, and use common expressions. They will start sharing some information about themselves, such as my age, my family, my friends, and my school. Students will start using question words, some demonstrative and subjective pronouns, and some simple verbs in the present tense. Also, some new topics taught in context are introduced such as my house, my garden, meals, feelings and emotions, and jobs and professions.
Course Materials
Arabic Language Friends Textbook (KG Level)
Arabic 102: Elementary Arabic Level 2 (10 – 12 years old)
By the end of the level (two semesters), students will have mastered the Arabic Alphabet and are able to recognize and pronounce correctly all Arabic letters.
Arabic 102: Elementary Arabic Level 2 (8 – 11 years old)
This class is offered to students who complete Arabic 101- Elementary Arabic or its equivalent.
By the end of the level (two semesters), students will have mastered the Arabic Alphabet and are able to recognize and pronounce correctly all Arabic letters. They will be able to read and write accurately short sentences using familiar vocabulary, speak in the present tense and begin using the past tense, learn about the gender of words, the definite article, adjectives derived from nouns, how to use various types of questions, subject and demonstrative pronouns, plurals, and nominal sentences. Students will be able to ask for basic information, answer simple questions about themselves, their friends and family, and be able to comprehend simple print and audio/video texts on familiar topics. Students will be able to engage in conversations on a variety of topics including time, days of the week, months, weather, and seasons. Also, students will be able to participate in culturally-authentic simulations such as holidays celebration, shopping for food and clothes, sports activities, and daily routines.
Course Materials
Arabic Language Friends Textbook (Level 1)
Arabic 103: Elementary Arabic Level 3 (12 -14 years)
By the end of the level (two semesters) they will be able to write sentences using familiar vocabulary with emphasis on Arabic sentence structure and basic grammar.
Arabic 103: Elementary Arabic Level 3 (9 -13 years)
This class is offered to students who complete Arabic 102- Elementary Arabic or its equivalent.
By the end of the level (two semesters), they will be able to read and write sentences using familiar vocabulary with emphasis on the basic Arabic sentence structure, speak in the present tense and begin using the past and future tenses, how to use various types of questions, subject and demonstrative pronouns, plurals, and nominal sentences. They will be are able to write simple sentences about familiar topics.
Also, students will be able to carry a conversation including exchange of information about self and others. Students will be able to engage in conversations on a variety of topics including food, clothes, house, furniture, daily routines, weather, shopping, school, nationalities, professions, and some Arabic customs. Students are able to identify countries where the target language is spoken
Course Materials
Arabic 104: Intermediate Arabic Level 1 (13+ years)
By the end of the level (two semesters), They will be able to read and write simple phrases and sentences about familiar topics and experiences by using the present, past and future tenses.
Arabic 104: Intermediate Arabic Level 1 (13+ years)
This class is offered to students who complete Arabic 103- Elementary Arabic or its equivalent.
By the end of the level (two semesters), They will be able to read and write simple phrases and sentences about familiar topics and experiences by using the present, past and future tenses. Students demonstrate some proficiency in listening and reading comprehension, use the singular, dual and plural nouns, and are able to write simple sentences about familiar topics.
Also students will be able to order a drink at a coffee shop and food at an Arabic restaurant, learn about Arabic food and pastries, accept an invitation, shop for clothes. Students are introduced to Arabic traditional costumes, currencies, movies and music instruments. They will be able to make phone calls, shop at the mall, go to the swimming pool. communicate with the doctor and pharmacist and use some basic correspondence. Students will be able to discover the Arab culture through stops in different Arab countries.
Course Materials
"Ya Hala! - for Middle School, Level One", "يا هلا! ", by Hachette Antoine
Summer Arabic for Youth
Each summer, we have a variety of Arabic programs. Please reach out to us at info@alifinstitute.org for more information.