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Cantabrian Myths and Legends – HearSay

Spanish A2

Discover the rich folklore of northern Spain while practicing your Spanish on the go. Improve your listening and speaking skills through tales of giants, fairies, and dragons.

Lessons

The giant and the fairy
Learn about the fearsome Ojáncano and the benevolent Anjana while walking through the lush Cantabrian forests.
Vocabulary
- el bosque (the forest)
- el gigante (the giant)
- el hada (the fairy)
- el monstruo (the monster)
- cruel (cruel)
- amable (kind)
Objectives
- Describe physical traits of mythical creatures
- Contrast benevolent and cruel characters
Dragons and mischievous elves
Discover the treasure-guarding Culebre and the playful Trentis hiding in the mountain caves.
Vocabulary
- la cueva (the cave)
- el tesoro (the treasure)
- el dragón (the dragon)
- esconder (to hide)
- la broma (the joke)
- el duende (the elf)
Objectives
- Discuss where creatures live and hide
- Talk about playing tricks and guarding items
The mythological park
Visit the Pepita Mine Mythological Park and talk about local festivals celebrating folklore.
Vocabulary
- la leyenda (the legend)
- el parque (the park)
- el festival (the festival)
- antiguo (ancient)
- mágico (magical)
- proteger (to protect)
Objectives
- Plan a visit to a cultural park
- Express opinions about ancient folklore