Speaking Task 1
Often, teachers use language that is too difficult for children to follow. In this exercise, you will practice simplifying instructions to fit your children's level of English.
Complex English uses longer sentences and no physical modelling. Regular English uses shorter sentences and some physical modelling. Simple English uses shorter sentences and lots of physical modelling. For example:
In this task, you will simplify the instructions in steps.
Task procedure: work in groups of three
Classroom instructions for practice:
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BonusOften, teachers open snacktime using a song. This website has different examples of songs you can use to open snacktime in your classroom. Choose one and try it out. Tip: If you don't know the tune, look it up ('sung to...') on youtube. https://preschooleducation.com/songs/lunch-and-meal-time-songs/ |
Speaking Task 2The children open their bags. They all brought different things. Watch this video. Would your kid eat this? Then work in pairs to play Connect 3.
For example:
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Speaking Task 3The children have brought different things to eat. How interesting! You see snacks from around the world. Watch this video. What do children around the world eat for their lunch? Make notes. Lunch around the world in 23 meals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD9mk0Y_pyo
Then, work in groups of 3 or 4.
For example: Your group selects 'Europe' for a region, then gets 'Estonia' on the spinner. Fresh fruits and vegetable sticks are eaten in Estonia. They also eat 'pirukas'. These are savory pastries that can be filled with meat, cabbage or carrots. |