Rishi (9) and Vani (11) have been in the Bhashafunic program for a year now. It helps them converse with grandparents,and they are enjoying having a secret language they can use to converse with each other among friends. The kids find the teachers engaging, and the course material fun. Ann runs a great program - all the best to the Bhashafunic team!
~ Dad of Rishi & Vani
Malayalam for kids
Join the Techfunic family and give your child the gift of language. Bhashafunic bridges the communication gap between Malayalee kids in the US and their roots in Kerala. Say goodbye to language barriers and hello to seamless conversations and unforgettable Kerala trips.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST 12:00 PM - 01.00 PM EST 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM EST 05:00 PM - 06.00 PM PST 07:00 PM - 08.00 PM PST 08:00 PM - 09.00 PM EST
CLASS DURATION:
5 days (from 18th November onwards) Mon-Fri: 1 hour daily Total: 5 hours Multiple slots available
PREREQUISITE:
None
STREAM:
Conversational Malayalam Language Immersion
Topics Covered
We have divided this bootcamp into 2 levels based on the level of language proficiency of the students. You may choose any one of these :
Level 1: Beginner - Mozhi Designed for children new to Malayalam.
Goal: Achieve basic conversational skills and become confident in using the language. Outcomes:
Outcomes
Basic Conversations: Achieve basic conversational skills and language confidence.
Pronouns and Household Articles: Learn and practice pronouns, and identify common household items.
Rhyme/Story: Learn a Malayalam rhyme or story to develop language rhythm, intonation, and vocabulary.Colors, Simple Numbers, Birds, and Animals: Introduce basic vocabulary related to colors, numbers, birds, and animals.
Level 2: Intermediate - Lipi Designed for children with a basic understanding of Malayalam
Goal: Enhance articulation and confidence in using Malayalam.
Outcomes
Articulation and Fluency: Express themselves confidently, practice speaking in various situations, improve pronunciation, vocabulary, and sentence formation.
Basic Letter Identification: Learn to recognize basic letters in the Malayalam alphabet, practice reading and writing simple words and sentences.
Kerala Cultural Themes: Explore Kerala's customs, traditions, festivals, and cultural heritage to deepen understanding of the language's cultural context.
Completion Activity: Engage in a project, presentation, or task to reinforce learning and encourage continued practice.
Level 3: Advanced - Srishti Designed for children with existing Malayalam understanding.
Goal: Enhance articulation and confidence in using Malayalam.
Outcome
Articulation and Fluency: Engage in complex conversations, express opinions, and participate in discussions on various topics.
Advanced Letter Recognition: Identify and recognize more advanced letters, practice reading and writing words, sentences, and short paragraphs.
Deeper Exploration of Kerala Cultural Themes: Explore Kerala's art, literature, music, dance, history, and cuisine to gain a broader understanding of the cultural heritage.
Completion Activity: Conclude with a comprehensive project or task that encourages creative application of Malayalam knowledge and continued practice.
Help your child learn your native language and take pride in your family’s culture.
The student learns conversational Malayalam, with a focus on commonly used phrases and sentences. Classes incorporate stories, role-playing, pictures and videos to keep them fun and engaging.
Class Structure
We match up to five students of similar ages or skill levels in a group with one tutor. Groups meet for one hour sessions everyday, and students will see the same tutor session after session for consistency.
Learning & Assignments
Teachers fluent in both Malayalam and English will help students progress through three levels, starting with common words and sentences, progressing to letters and sight words, and advancing to reading and writing. Students will be encouraged to practice in between sessions to reinforce what they learn each week.
Most Indian parents are fluent in English and speak it in public and even at home to fit in. Some children understand Malayalam but are not comfortable speaking it, so they have trouble conversing with relatives and are not able to fully participate on trips to visit family and friends in Kerala.
Build Cultural Traditions
Language is part of culture. We teach not only the Malayalam language, but also the way of life in Kerala – including what our social structures are, what our culture stands for, and what elements make up the Kerala tradition.
Improve Cognitive Function
Learning a second language can help children improve memory and concentration, develop critical-thinking abilities, deepen listening skills, and encourage creativity and flexibility. And for older students, learning a new language has even been shown to slow mental aging.
Learn in a Social Environment
Many children show higher engagement rates and better absorption of new concepts when they learn with peers. Our small groups of 5 students to 1 tutor provide the benefits of social learning along with personalized attention.
Learn in a Social Environment
Many children show higher engagement rates and better absorption of new concepts when they learn with peers. Our small groups of 5 students to 1 tutor provide the benefits of social learning along with personalized attention.
How we teach Malayalam
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Help your child learn your native language and take pride in your family’s culture.
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