AC9LIT2U04 Years 1 to 2 Languages

Content descriptor notice that people use language in ways that reflect cultural practices

Elaborations

• • Elaboration using formal greetings Buongiorno! Buonasera signor, ArrivederLa with adults other than family and friends, and using Ciao or Salve with family and friends
• • Elaboration recognising common Italian gestures that express likes/dislikes and feelings, for example, Eccellente! Non lo so, Squisito!
• • Elaboration recognising that the Italian tradition of fare la passeggiata is culturally more significant than just taking a walk
• • Elaboration exploring symbols used by First Nations Australians and those used in Italian-speaking communities in a range of contexts, for example, finding out what the symbols on flags represent
• • Elaboration viewing images of daily life in Italy and Australia and noticing similarities and differences, for example, comparing similarities and differences in l'autobus, il mercato, il supermercato, la fontana
• • Elaboration exploring the range of languages and cultures in their classroom, and creating a collage using pictures and photos of cultural celebrations and events and formulaic expressions associated with them, for example, ferragosto, la befana - la festa del 6 gennaio
• • Elaboration recognising that music, dance, food, celebrations and games are connected with culture