Native Language 2 is a course that offers a progression from Spanish 1A and a continuance of those processes that emphasize higher attainment of Spanish language art skills in reading, speaking, listening, and writing. This fully integrated program continues to develop the students’ mastery of these necessary practical skills. Students will be exposed to varied literary works highlighting the achievements and life experiences of peoples of culturally diverse Spanish/Hispanic backgrounds. Also, grammar and usage is taught within the framework of the writing process. Along with writing proficiency, reading comprehension and vocabulary development are emphasized. This program presents, as part of its curriculum, a study of linguistics and structure, and a history of the Spanish language including an emphasis on the Spanish/Hispanic/Latino culture.