Class descriptions

Children´s Groups

The teaching in children's classes happens mostly through interaction and play.  We will focus on the enlargement of vocabulary and getting children used to using the language more.  Students will study various themes through play, games, songs and crafts. 

The children's classes are taught in Finnish and our students are expected to speak at least some Finnish. As an exception to this rule we currently allow a maximum of one student per class with a limited skill in Finnish. This can mean that the child understands Finnish, but  may not speak it yet. 

For more information, please contact us at info@denverfinnishschool.org

Satusepät - Preschool and  kindergarten age

Focus on stories, play, music and crafts.

Teachers: Raija Alahuhta, Kati Guerrero, Lea Nesbitt

Tavutaikurit - 1st and 2nd grade

Focus on play, games, conversation, singing, projects and crafts.  Stories read in class as well as reading by self.

Teacher: Riikka Pietiläinen-Caffrey

Lukutoukat  - 3rd grade up (able to read and write)

Focus on reading and writing, conversation and games.

Teacher: Kirsi St. Marie

Children's class themes for fall semester 2012:

January 8th: Finland and what does it mean to be from Finland
January 29th: Elections and voting
February 12th: Ice Age and thousands of lakes
February 26th: Board game day
March 11th: First aid (3 hours)
March 25th: The countryside
April 15th: Cities
April 29th: National animals and plants
May 6th: Spring Party (3 hours)

Adult´s Groups

Adults classes study the Finnish language through grammar and vocabulary, as well as Finnish culture.

Beginners

Not available this year due to low attendance.

Intermediate

Continuing students show some knowledge of Finnish, and concentrate on new vocabulary and grammar.

Teacher: Sinikka Pember

Discussion/Advanced

A guided conversational group to further studies in Finnish, conducted in Finnish. They are currently studying Finnish for Foreigners Book 2.