Levantine Arabic Kids Classes in Manhattan

Curriculum Highlights

• Theme-Based Vocabulary: Learn Arabic words related to topics like family, animals, food, and everyday life.
• Simple Nouns and Verbs: Practice using foundational vocabulary in practical ways.
• Role-Play Conversations: Guided activities to encourage real-life Arabic dialogue.
• Introduction to Letters: Explore the Arabic alphabet through hands-on activities and visuals.
• Montessori Approach: Focused on child-led exploration with interactive and tactile learning tools to enhance retention and understanding.

Join us in a welcoming and nurturing environment where kids will connect with their roots, build confidence, and learn Arabic through engaging and creative activities.

Each student will receive a textbook appropriate to their language level, and the cost of the textbook is included in the tuition.

Please note that we are unable to provide replacement copies for lost or damaged textbooks. If a textbook is lost, a new copy must be purchased by the family.

• Tala holds a Master’s degree in Education and brings more than 15 years of teaching experience to the classroom. As Nasma’s Lead Arabic Educator, she oversees all of Nasma’s Arabic after-school programs across New York City, ensuring that students receive engaging, high-quality instruction that fosters both language proficiency and cultural appreciation.

  For the past 10 years, Tala has been an integral part of the Nasma family, helping shape the curriculum and mentoring both students and teachers. Her extensive experience teaching children of different ages and language levels has made her a highly respected educator and leader within the program.

  Known for her warm and engaging teaching style, Tala is passionate about helping students develop confidence in speaking Arabic while making learning enjoyable and meaningful. She believes that language learning should be interactive, immersive, and rooted in real-life communication. Through creative lessons, storytelling, conversation-based activities, and cultural enrichment, she inspires students to connect with the Arabic language in a natural and lasting way.

  Tala is deeply committed to creating a positive learning environment where every child feels supported, challenged, and encouraged to succeed. Her dedication, expertise, and genuine love for teaching continue to make a lasting impact on the many students and families she serves.

• Maria is a native Arabic speaker and a talented educator who has been a valued member of the Nasma family for the past seven years. With a Master’s degree in Acting and Theater, she brings exceptional creativity, enthusiasm, and artistic expression into the classroom, transforming language learning into an engaging and memorable experience.

  Maria has a unique ability to captivate students through storytelling, role-playing, movement, and interactive activities that encourage active participation and communication. Her background in theater allows her to create immersive learning experiences that help students build confidence, improve their speaking skills, and develop a genuine connection to the Arabic language.

  Passionate about working with children, Maria believes that learning should be both meaningful and enjoyable. She creates a positive and encouraging classroom environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, expressing themselves, and growing as language learners.

  Over the years, Maria has inspired countless students through her energy, warmth, and dedication to education. Her ability to combine language instruction with creativity and performance makes her an invaluable member of the Nasma team and a favorite among students and families alike.

• Nahed is a compassionate and dedicated educator with a degree in teaching sign language and specialized experience working with deaf, nonverbal, and autistic children. Her passion for education is rooted in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to communicate, learn, and thrive in a supportive environment.

  With extensive experience working with children of diverse learning needs and abilities, Nahed has developed a patient, creative, and individualized approach to teaching. She understands the importance of meeting each child where they are and creating meaningful learning experiences that build confidence, communication skills, and independence.

  Nahed is especially passionate about helping children develop their language and social skills through engaging, interactive activities that encourage participation and self-expression. Her ability to connect with students, foster trust, and celebrate each child’s unique strengths makes her a valued educator and mentor.

  Committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment, Nahed strives to ensure that every child feels welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed. Her dedication, warmth, and expertise help students grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally.