Children's Arabic Language Program
Course Descriptions
Alif Institute Arabic language classes are taught in a culturally immersive environment. Students will learn about Arabic cultures through a variety of activities, projects, and engaging experiences!
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.
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.
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 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 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 read, pronounce all Arabic letters correctly, and write simple phrases. They will also begin to learn grammar.
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 grammar.
Arabic 104: Intermediate Arabic Level 1 (13+ years)
By the end of the level (two semesters), students will be able to read and write sentences and short paragraphs about familiar topics by using the present, past and future tenses. Students will also be able to converse on topics covered in the book.
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.