Posts Tagged ‘English language games for children’
How to teach children English through role-play
One of the most challenging aspects of teaching children English is getting them to speak spontaneously and without embarrassment. But how do we that? ROLE-PLAYING offers children multiple opportunities to “try-out” fun roles and situations like at the restaurant, at the doctors, at the market –in a safe and supportive setting before they try them…
Read MoreThe difficulties of teaching children English (ESL)
I was teaching my first-year adult drama students last night and in one exercise they were given 3-minutes to make someone laugh. Not an easy task.😱 Some participants even found the exercise impossibly difficult. I noticed those who had most success and had everyone in fits of giggles were the ones who tried varying their…
Read MoreDo you ever feel you’re teaching on autopilot?
Do you ever feel you’re teaching on autopilot? Do you find yourself repeating the same old activities over and over? Are you too busy teaching – to plan lessons? You’re not alone. It’s no easy task preparing lessons that guarantee children will stay focused and motivated. And unfortunately, there is no “go to” secret to…
Read MoreEnglish language learning is serious play
I was once asked by a dad of one of my pre-schoolers when I was going to start introducing the verb -to be and -to have. I responded that I was already doing so in every single lesson. He looked at me confused and assured me that his child couldn’t yet repeat the verb -to…
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