Posts Tagged ‘teaching children English through drama’
English drama game of the week
Theatre warm-up games are perfect in helping to break-the-ice with a new langauge classđŹđ§ and set a playful tone to sessions. They instantly create a pressure free setting where children feel open to join-in, get-to-know their classmates and try new-things. A fun drama starter game is: CREATE AN OBJECT/ANIMAL Age: Children 5-99 Level: beginner- advanced Print…
Read MorePerforming with young language learners
Just before Christmas my 5-6 year old language learners presented their own âmini Christmas showâ to families and friends. 10-minutes of sparkling Christmas songs and chants that ended with all the children showering paper snowflakes on our young protagonist, dressed up as a Christmas tree! I always get so excited seeing children performing and putting into…
Read MoreDo you ever feel youâre teaching on autopilot?
Do you ever feel youâre 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 DRAMA GAME OF THE WEEK – Rooms of the House
ENGLISH DRAMA GAME OF THE WEEK Introducing young learners to the Rooms of the House can be a tricky topic. Children often get the rooms and pronunciation all mixed-up and I donât blame them – I would too! Bathroom â Bedroom Dining room- Sitting room âŠ..arghhh!!!đ«đ± Hereâs a surprisingly simple MIME game to help children…
Read MoreHow do you build a childâs confidence in English?
There is no doubt that it is simpler to teach and boost confidence in children who are naturally extrovert and who readily jump in and try new things with zest and enthusiasm. But what about shy or introverted children? How can we encourage them to become confident communicators, presenters, leaders? Itâs a challenge we teachers face…
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