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Originally Posted by Teaching English Games

I realize this post was started a long time ago, but did want to add to it for anyone else out there that might find the information useful. Teaching young learners is my specialty and teaching with games is my preference.

That said, anytime you have young learners you can use games, especially because chidren of this age like playing and playing games the best, so it's a logical method of teaching them new skills.

For kids of this age, you can use use board-type games or interaction games, just remember to keep the rules few in number as well as simple so they don't get bogged down with the mechanics of the game and end up losing sight of what you really want to teach them. Also, it's important to be aware of the competition factor at this age. You want them to play to learn, not play to win or not play at all because they are frustrated that they cannot seem to win.

As for having children who do speak English, have them help those who need more instruction.

Kind regards,
Shelley
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