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Yoruba Yarns: Learning with Laughter at Lede Yoruba!

Hey there, Lede Yoruba linguists!


Welcome back to another exciting week of linguistic adventures in the vibrant world of Yoruba! 🎉 Grab your dictionaries, your sense of humor, and get ready for some language-learning fun that's as quirky as it is enlightening. This week promises to be an absolute riot, with topics that will tickle your funny bone while helping you master the beauty of Yoruba.


But first, we have some thrilling news to share...


Offline Learning Resources Launched on LedeYoruba


We are excited to announce the launch of new offline learning resources on the LedeYoruba website! These resources are designed to enhance your Yoruba language learning experience, providing you with a variety of tools to study at your own pace, even without an internet connection. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s now available:


  • Flashcards: Enhance your vocabulary with themed flashcards like "What I did today," "Places 1," and "Verbs 2." Each card comes with audio to help with pronunciation.

  • Videos: Engage with video lessons that bring the Yoruba language to life through visual and auditory learning.

  • Quizzes: Test your knowledge with quizzes that cover different aspects of the Yoruba language, from basic phrases to advanced grammar.

  • PDF Worksheets: Download and print worksheets for hands-on practice with various exercises and activities.


This week, we are spotlighting the flashcards. Each flashcard set is designed with audio to improve your listening and speaking skills. Why not start with the "Workplace1" flashcards? Check them out here.


Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we feature more of these exciting resources, such as videos and flashcards.


Remember, all these offline learning resources are available at no additional cost. As a valued community member, you have free access to these resources forever, and we’ll continue to add new content to support your learning journey.


This Week in the Community


Let’s dive into the lineup for this week’s Lede Yoruba sessions:


Hello, language enthusiasts and learners of Lede Yoruba!


In our stories, we’ll delve into the historical tale of Bashorun Gaa, a powerful and influential figure in Yoruba history. This session will provide a rich context for learning historical and cultural vocabulary, as well as improving your listening and speaking. In our movie session, we’ll learn Yoruba through a love letter penned by an anonymous writer. This scenario will introduce you to vocabulary and expressions related to love, emotions, and written communication.


Learn with Stories and Issues - The Historical Story of Bashorun Gaa


This week, we’ll delve into the historical tale of Bashorun Gaa, a powerful and influential figure in Yoruba history. This session will provide a rich context for learning historical and cultural vocabulary, as well as improving your listening and speaking skills. By the end of this session, you'll not only have enhanced your Yoruba language abilities but also gained deeper insights into Yoruba history and heritage.


Learn with Movies - Learn Yoruba with a Love Letter from an Anonymous Writer


In this romantic and mysterious session, we’ll learn Yoruba through a love letter penned by an anonymous writer. This scenario will introduce you to vocabulary and expressions related to love, emotions, and written communication. It’s a perfect way to practice your language skills in a context that’s both engaging and relatable, as you decode the sentiments and poetic nuances of the letter.


This week's schedule is the same as always.

Day

Event

PST

EST

BST/WAT

Mon

Meet and Chat 1

12-1pm

3-4pm

8-9pm

Tue

Stories & Issues 1

11am-12pm

2-3pm

7-8pm

Thu

Learn with Movies 1

10-11am

1-2pm

6-7pm

Fri

Stories & Issues 2

3-4pm

6-7pm

11pm-12am

Sat

Meet and Chat 2

1-2pm

4-5pm

9-10pm

Sun

Learn with Movies 2

1-2pm

4-5pm

9-10pm


As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the richness of Yoruba heritage.


That’s a wrap for this week’s sneak peek, but we’ll catch you in the virtual classroom for some hilariously enriching Yoruba escapades! Until then, keep those smiles wide and your tongues ready to tackle the quirkiest of phrases. 🌟


Cheers,

Mojisola

 
 
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