Remembrance Day, observed on November 11th, offers ESL teachers a meaningful opportunity to teach students about history, empathy, and peace while improving their language skills. This day of reflection invites learners to explore the importance of …
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Teaching Coco in ESL Classrooms: Language Activities and Lesson Ideas
In the vibrant world of ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching, integrating popular culture and engaging stories can make learning more enjoyable and effective. Disney-Pixar’s Coco is a heartwarming animated film that captivates ESL students of…
Thursday, October 1, 2020
Engaging YoungLearners: Creative Strategies for Teaching Short Stories
In the world of education, short stories are one of the most effective tools for building language skills, encouraging critical thinking, and sparking creativity. Unlike long texts, short stories provide manageable chunks of authentic language that …
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Using Fairy Tales to Teach ESL: Engaging Lessons for Young Learners
Fairy tales are more than just enchanting stories—they are powerful teaching tools that can offer valuable lessons about life, culture, and human behavior. In the ESL classroom, fairy tales captivate students’ imaginations while providing rich oppor…
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Creative Strategies Using File Folders for Teaching Letters, Shapes, Numbers, and Colors in ESL Classrooms
When it comes to teaching English to ESL students, creativity and hands-on learning make all the difference. One simple yet powerful tool every teacher should have in their resource collection is the file folder activity. These low-prep, easy-to-sto…
Saturday, January 11, 2020
Engaging ESL Learners: How Boom Cards Make Language Acquisition Fun
In ESL classrooms , using interactive and engaging tools is key to helping students learn effectively and stay motivated. Boom Cards , a versatile digital resource, offer a fun and interactive way to practice language skills. In this post, we’ll explo…
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Teaching About Las Posadas: ESL Classroom Ideas to Celebrate
December is full of rich traditions around the world, and one that beautifully blends faith, culture, and community is Las Posadas. Celebrated in Mexico and other Latin American countries, Las Posadas offers ESL teachers a meaningful way to explore …
Friday, October 11, 2019
Great Spooky Ideas for Your ESL Classroom
Whether you teach English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL), Halloween offers endless opportunities to engage your students in fun, meaningful, and language-rich learning experiences. This spooky season is filled with…
Monday, August 12, 2019
Great Ways to Teach Greek Myths in the ESL Classroom
Ancient Greece is full of exciting stories and bold history, offering endless opportunities to create fun and meaningful lessons for your ESL learners. One fascinating figure from Greek mythology is Athena, the goddess of wisdom, courage, and strate…
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