Elaboration (4) ACLMGU135
recognising that some words in Greek are borrowed from other languages, for example, πάρτυ, χόμπυ, μπάσκετ, κομπιούτερ
Elaboration (4) | ACLMGU135 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGU136
examining aspects of authentic Greek culture, for example, sugared almonds at weddings and baptisms, βασιλόπιτα,τσουρέκι, their symbolism and the language associated with them
Elaboration | ACLMGU136 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGC127
translating simple sentences into Greek, such as requests in the classroom, to understand the gist, noticing how meaning changes when translating into English, as in the case of expressions of politeness, for example, Ένα μολύβι, παρακαλώ or Θα ήθελα …
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGC127 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGU131
identifying and pronouncing the sounds of the Greek alphabet as well as the most common digraphs and letter blends, for example, ου, αι, ει, οι (double vowels), μπ, ντ, γγ, γκ, τσ, τζ (double consonants), αυ, ευ (vowel combinations)
Elaboration | ACLMGU131 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGC120
asking and answering questions to exchange information about self and family, for example, Πού είναι ο κύριος Παναγιώτης; Να τος. Πού είναι η μαμά σου;
Elaboration | ACLMGC120 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLMGC121
following simple procedures and using modelled language for shared activities, such as making a simple dish from a recipe (κουλουράκια, λουκουμάδες, φρουτοσαλάτα) and naming ingredients, or following instructions in a craft activity
Elaboration (2) | ACLMGC121 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGC123
reading profiles and stories in print and digital form about people and animals, and creating a display with names and short descriptions, for example, Το λιοντάρι είναι μεγάλο, Το ποντίκι είναι μικρό
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGC123 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGC126
modifying texts such as songs, for example, by substituting words in a well-known song or tune (Η Mικρή Ελένη, Βγαίνει η βαρκούλα, ‘Bob the Builder’)
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGC126 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGC129
identifying elements of Greek language and culture that feel different to own language and culture, including pronunciation of some sounds, gestures and facial expressions, for example, έτσι κι έτσι, μπα
Elaboration | ACLMGC129 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (7) ACLMGU132
understanding that some words can mean different things in different contexts, for example, μπάνιο can mean ‘bathroom’, ‘bathtub’ or ‘swimming at the beach’
Elaboration (7) | ACLMGU132 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLMGC126
creating a new story such as a digital picture book using favourite characters from imaginative texts (Ηρακλής, Μορμώ, Σποτ) and adding captions using formulaic expressions and modelled language, for example, Μια φορά και έναν καιρό, Τέλος, Και ζήσαν …
Elaboration (2) | ACLMGC126 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLMGC120
using common responses and appropriate body language in response to frequently asked comments or questions, for example, ναι, μ’αρέσει, δε μ’αρέσει, understanding that lifting the head means ‘no’ and is used only in informal situations
Elaboration (2) | ACLMGC120 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLMGC127
translating signs or phrases in familiar contexts from Greek into English, for example, street signs, addresses, food labels (Δελφών 30, ΟΔΟΣ ΕΡΜΟΥ, ΦΡΕΣΚΟ ΓΑΛΑ, 4€), noting that some signs and symbols are universal, for example, the ‘stop’ sign
Elaboration (2) | ACLMGC127 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGC129
discussing ways of communicating and their appropriateness in Greek and non-Greek contexts, for example, polite and impolite ways of indicating ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to an adult, the acceptable practice of using teachers’ first names, κυρία Άννα, κύριε Δημήτ …
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGC129 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGU132
noticing the use of gender in Greek names, singular/plural, and articles, for example, Η Άννα, η γάτα, οι γάτες, α ψάρια, ο μπαμπάς
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGU132 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGU134
recognising the differences between formal and informal language in social interactions, for example, Γεια σου φίλε, Γεια σας κύριε, and how Greek people use body language when communicating, which varies according to relationships
Elaboration | ACLMGU134 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGU134
examining culturally appropriate phrases for different times of the day and for different purposes, for example, καλή εβδομάδα, καλό μήνα, καλό καλοκαίρι, καλό απόγευμα, καλό μεσημέρι, χρόνια πολλά, καλές γιορτές, καλή όρεξη, and considering phrases used …
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGU134 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (2) ACLMGU136
recognising and explaining to others the significance of some Greek cultural practices sustained over time, for example, reasons for traditional Greek housing and events, for example, offering visitors food and drink, το κέρασμα στη γιορτή
Elaboration (2) | ACLMGU136 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration (1) ACLMGC120
asking for and sharing information about daily and classroom routines, for example, Πού είναι το μολύβι; Εδώ. Τι μέρα είναι σήμερα; Σήμερα είναι Δευτέρα. Τι μήνας είναι; Είναι Μάρτιος, Τι ημερομηνία έχουμε σήμερα; Έχουμε 18 Μαρτίου, Ποια εποχή έχουμε; …
Elaboration (1) | ACLMGC120 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum
Elaboration ACLMGC124
creating print or digital texts to describe people, objects or their favourite pets/animals, for example, Να ο Τάσος, Είναι δέκα χρονών, Του αρέσει να παίζει φούτμπολ, Είναι από την Ελλάδα, Μένει στην Αδελαΐδα, Το σπίτι μου, Να η κουζίνα, Να το μπάνιο, …
Elaboration | ACLMGC124 | Content Descriptions | Years 3 and 4 | Years F–10 Sequence | Modern Greek | Languages | F-10 curriculum