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20 Websites and Resources with Valentine’s Day Activities for Young Learners

Valentine's Day is around the corner and a great time to get young language learners to practice English while appreciating their peers, teachers, and friends. This holiday is known for…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell January 23, 2017

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21 Halloween Ideas and Resources for Teaching Children

Halloween is around the corner, and children dress up as scary creatures and enjoy spooky-related themes. We can engage our young learners this season by teaching English with themes such…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell October 17, 2016

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11 Websites for Children to Learn English by Singing

When teaching very young learners in Germany, I would have them listen to and sing English songs during each class. I created playlists for the children and would let the…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell October 3, 2016

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8 Websites for Children to Learn English by Jump Roping and Clapping

One way to get young learners to practice English when they leave the classroom is to teach them English songs and chants. Children can learn jump roping chants and clapping…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell August 15, 2016