Pacing Guides At-A-Glance For Russian 1, 2, And 3
The following Pacing Guides are for Russian Levels one through three.
Russian 1
By the end of each marking period, students can perform the following functions:
Marking Period 1
Unit 1: Welcome to the Russian-speaking world
Functions/Objectives: I can…
- identify stereotypes about Russian-speaking cultures
- follow some directions of my instructor during class
- identify single words when said aloud
- read simple words and word combinations in Russian
- identify Russian letters when said aloud
- greet appropriately, using formal/informal forms
- identify and write down Russian numbers 1-20
- identify and write down days of the week
Unit 2: My Russian Classroom
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- check off words or phrases on a classroom scavenger hunt list
- say what items are in the classroom
- say what items I have and write a simple inventory
- say where things are in the classroom using memorized words and phrases
Marking Period 2
Unit 3: My Family and Friends
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- name my family members and something about them (age, interests, hobbies, jobs)
- exchange information with my classmates about members of my family
- create my (or imaginary) family tree
Unit 4: The Place Where I Live: My City and My Home
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- present basic information about my community, town/city, state, or country
- ask and answer questions on types of transport and traveling around the city
- name the main sights of interest in Moscow
- list places near my house
- give and understand directions on getting to a place in the city
- talk about my house and objects inside a home
Marking Period 3
Unit 5: My School Life and Interests
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- fill out a school schedule
- ask and say where people go to school
- identify and describe classroom objects by color
- discuss school schedules
- talk about my favorite classes
- discuss daily school and after-school activities
- list my likes and dislikes such as favorite subjects, sports, or free-time activities
Marking Period 4
Unit 6: Going out in the City
Functions/Objectives: I can…
- talk about holiday celebrations based on pictures or photos
- ask and answer questions at a store
- talk about my shopping experience
- identify menu items and order food at the restaurant
- describe items of clothing, their color and type
- talk about going to the theater
Russian 2
By the end of each marking period, students can perform the following functions:
Marking Period 1
Unit 1: My Biography
Functions/Objectives: I can…
- identify days of the week, months of the year, seasons and dates
- talk about the place I am from, my family origin, nationality, and my country
- ask biographical questions to peers and adults
Unit 2: My Friends and My Surroundings
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- provide a physical description of friends and family members
- talk about character traits
- discuss places I like to visit with my family and friends
- talk about the interests that I share with others (i.e., going to the movies, shopping, free time activities)
- can describe my surroundings
Marking Period 2
Unit 3: Food and Etiquette
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- describe what I eat for breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner
- talk about my favorite Russian dishes
- identify and describe Russian table etiquette rule
- compare and contrast eating habits in Russian-speaking countries and in the US
Unit 4: Traditional Holidays
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- identify and discuss traditional Russian holidays
- talk about my family traditions and celebrations
- compare and contrast holiday celebrations in Russia and in the US
Marking Period 3
Unit 5: Art in the Global Community
Functions/Objectives: I can...
- talk about famous Russian pieces of art, style and the artist
- describe and justify my preferences in art, music, literature and theater
- talk about my favorite artists, composers, music styles and art movements
Marking Period 4
Unit 6: Traveling around the World
Functions/Objectives: I can…
- talk about various travel destinations
- discuss advantages and disadvantages of traveling with different means of transportation
- talk about my summer travel plans
- discuss my dream destinations and ideal vacations
Russian 3
By the end of each marking period, students can perform the following functions:
Marking Period 1
Unit 1:
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Marking Period 2
Unit 2:
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Marking Period 3
Unit 3:
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Marking Period 4
Unit 4:
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