Teaching Young Learners
Lesson plans, ideas, tips, resources and classroom management techniques for teaching English to children.
10 Reasons Why Songs and Rhymes Work Well When Teaching Children
Teaching young children English through rhymes and songs can change their learning experience from a challenging one to one where they are engaged in a relaxed and positive way.
15 Tips for Teaching English to Very Young Children
Teaching young children gets easier with practice, as you try out new ideas and discover what works. Here are 15 practical tips to help you.
6 Useful Tips for Motivating Children to Learn English
Six tips to keep children interested in class and motivated to do what you want them to do.
How to Stay in Control of a Large ESL Class
Tips and tricks to bring your large ESL class into line immediately if things get a little over-heated.
7 Useful Tips for Teaching ESL to Children
Teaching children requires patience and a sense of fun. Here are 7 tips for teaching ESL to children.
Using Stories in the Preschool ESL Classroom
Do you want to start using stories in the preschool ESL classroom but don't know where to start? We'll show you how.
10 Ways to Create a Positive Learning Classroom Environment with Children
When teaching Young Learners / Kindergarten, the classroom environment is very important. Here are 10 ways to make that environment a positive one.
How to Teach a Child English One to One
The key to teaching children in one to one classes is having a substantial repertoire of games and songs, as well as a strong sense of fun.
Teaching Children Grammar Through Games
A simple game for ESL and EFL teachers to teach or revise grammar, vocabulary or spelling with groups of children.
Can and Can’t Lesson Plan for Kids
This is a 45 minute lesson to teach "can" and "can't" for ability, suitable for kids aged about 4-6 at elementary level.
“Opposites” Lesson Plan for Very Young Learners
This is a 40 minute lesson to teach "opposites" to elementary level very young learners, using a fun song and game.
How and Why to Teach Children Grammar With Games
4 reasons to move away from traditional methods of teaching grammar and start using a more active approach through games.