Video Lessons
The best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in it. These lessons will limit the use of English to defining an image. That image will be used as a visual cue to help you learn the nimipuutímt word, or phrase. Begin by listening, then practice by watching the video again and repeating the words. Each lesson includes:
Each lesson will include the following resources
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Video Lesson
Start with this video to learn the vocabulary and visual cues of the topic. Then practice the new vocabulary by playing simple games. |
Conversation Video
The goal of learning nimipuutímt is to speak it! Each lesson will include a practice conversation video. The conversations will grow as you work through the lessons. |
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"wéet híiwes...?"
You will be shown a visual cue and asked "wéet híiwes...?" (Is it...?). Answer "yes" or "no". |
"mínikuu híiwes...?"
You will be shown multiple visual cues and asked "'mínikuu híiwes...?" (Which is...?). Choose the correct image. |
" 'itúu híiwes?"
You will be show a visual cue and asked "'itúu híiwes?" (What is it?). Answer with the correct word, or phrase. |
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Printable Lesson
Each lesson will include a printable activity sheet. You will be given the vocabulary words and phrases, and an worksheet to complete. |
Flash Cards
Each lesson will include a set of printable flash cards to help you practice. Print them out double sided to have the corresponding words and phrases on the back of each card. |
Greetings
Every conversation starts with a greeting! Learn how to greet someone and introduce yourself. |
Counting and Age
Learn to count up to the thousands! You will also learn conversation related to age. |
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Calendar
Learn the Nez Perce months and seasons, as well as modern days of the week. 
Descriptions and Adjectives
Learn words and phrases related to describing people. |
Food
Learn how to say various food items and conversational phrases about eating. 
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Appearance (Colors)
Learn the colors and how to ask about appearance. |