Friday 18 February 2011

ESL Kids World


What is this?
  • ESL Kids World is an ESL children's resources site.
  • It provides worksheets, flashcards, games, songs, and powerpoint. 
Why is the content good for language learning?
  • High quality printable PDF worksheets for teaching young learners are available.
  • Teachers can be offered a rich variety of online grammar games.
  • Teachers can find printables, interactive materials. 
How might you use it to foster language learning?     
  • Print out the colourful flashcards corresponding to the class topic and use them to introduce new vocabulary before listening or reading activities.
  • For interactive activities, use topic-based worksheets to practice the new language 
  • Do the vocabulary or grammar game in groups as a follow-up activity in a class.
  • Let students do the corresponding games at home improving their autonomy.
  • Use powerpoint slides to practice target structures for speaking activities.
What limitations should the teacher consider when using it?
  • Some animation after completing a game is a bit violent, for example shooting a person tied with a rope in a barrel.
  • Might be better to update some pictures to make them more children-friendly.

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