How to use postcards as super fun writing prompts with pictures
Wanna know why I think writing prompts with pictures are amazing for writing and speaking practice with your students? Then let me tell you about a neat trick I learned in teacher training. Use postcards to help students write and speak in the target language! Writing prompts with visuals are amazing to trigger students into […]
How to teach storytelling to your students in a fun way with story dice
Wanna know a really fun way to teach storytelling to your students while at the same time getting them to speak the target language? Then story dice or cubes are your answer! Story dice are a set of around nine dice with pictures on each side. Students will throw all the dice simultaneously or one […]
Why this is everything you need for a great ESL summer lesson
Wanna know how to teach a great ESL summer lesson? Because summer is almost upon us, and it’s a great topic to talk about with students. Summer is a wonderful time, with fun activities and possibly holidays, and students will always have something to say about it. I love hearing stories about beach outings, camping […]
Why these tasks make for a super fun Father’s Day writing activity
Wanna know my favorite Father’s Day writing activity? It’s really just a card. I love getting cards myself, and so I imagine that’s what dad wants too. Buttt I wouldn’t be me if I hadn’t thought of a lot of other things we can do with our students as well! As I’ve said before, in […]
How to best help students practice subordinating conjunctions with examples
Wanna know why it’s best to practice the subordinating conjunctions with examples? Because that’s something I think is true. Students need to see grammar points in action. They need to see its use and be able to use what they learn, and that’s how they internalize the content. So what do I do to teach […]
How to do some amazingly fun writing for Mother’s Day with your students
What is some fun writing for Mother’s Day you can do with your students? Let me tell you what I have in store for mine! As you may or may not know, I teach across 5 grade levels, and each group requires its own approach. I’ve got something fun planned for all of them, so […]
Top 5 activities to do with your students for World Book Day
Did you know there was a World Book Day? I only found out last year, and I was thrilled! I love reading books myself, and I will take any chance to get my students to develop a love for reading too. And what better way to celebrate reading than an actual day in honor or […]
How to best show students how an application letter is written
Looking for the best way to show students how an application letter is written? This is my favorite way! First I teach them what the format is and what the conventions are of application letters. Then I show them some sample letters so that they can get a feel for the format. Last, I ask […]
5 fun writing prompts for Valentine’s Day in the cutest flip book
Are you looking for some fun writing prompts for Valentine’s Day? I did too! I love getting my students to write. It’s an excellent way for them to practice what they’ve learned in my lessons. And for me to see what they can do. It’s awesome to witness what they can do after being in […]
How to do the best and easiest New Year’s resolutions activity with students
Are you wondering what kind of New Year’s resolutions activity you should do with students? Well that’s why I’m here! As I’m writing this, the year is ending in a few weeks’ time. I feel like it has flown by! However, it has not been easy to say the least. I feel like a lot […]