Language Enrichment Program for Children in the New Haven Community

Spring 2017, we took our readings about community learning to the field by creating an outreach opportunity for the community our city.

Seeing my advanced students enjoy and grow with a volunteer opportunity was an opportunity for me to learn and grow.

Project description:

  • 2 lessons in Arabic
  • led by Yale instructor with the support of undergraduate student volunteers
  • each lesson 60 minutes
  • free participation
  • for the children of New Haven (ages: 6-12)
  • at the New Haven Public Library 
  • CONTENT:
    • Basic vocabulary
    • crafts, games, songs
    • greetings, names, numbers, colors, animals

     

    Pictures from the program

    Flyer