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17 Fun First Day of School Activities to Try
Whether you’ve been teaching for years or it’s your first day as a full-time teacher, the first day of school is usually accompanied by some anxiety — no matter how prepared you might be. It’s the same for students. Uncertainty about friends, teachers, and schoolwork is enough to make even the most extroverted students a bit nervous. With that in mind, you should always consider what first day of school activities can stimulate introductions, get students talking, and set the tone for successful classroom management. Get inspired by these 17 fun, creative first day of school activities and try them out yourself.
Classroom Icebreakers - Icebreakers, Ice Breakers, Ice Breaker Games
These classroom icebreakers are teacher-approved activities and games that address classroom needs! We recommend the following icebreakers for students of all ages. Classroom Icebreakers Breaking the Ice / Introduction Games Useful for the beginning of a class period or toward the beginning of a semester when students don’t know each other well, Introduction and Breaking-the-Ice games can dramatically transform the dynamics of your classroom.
World Famous from The Teacher's Corner
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5 of My Favorite English Games for ESL Students
I saved the best for last. My students requested this game more often than any other game we ever played. It's based on the old drinking game "Ring of Fire," modified for the classroom. Materials needed:A standard deck of playing cards, a whiteboard, 20-30 small slips of blank paper, and a bowl. The setup:Almost none! Place the bowl in the center of a table and spread the cards out, face down, in a circle around the bowl.
12 Fun Speaking Games for Language Learners
When working with world language classes or English language learners, have you ever asked a question only to be answered with complete silence and blank stares? It’s a common issue—nearly every teacher has struggled with encouraging students to speak in a language they’re still learning. A student may have a deep fear of making a mistake, or may be just plain shy, even in their native language. Whatever the reason, here is a list of a few fun activities to get your students to speak. This list is for more advanced students. 12 Ways to Get Language Learners Talking
10 Cool English Learning Games for Adults
There is no greater motivation than learning the English language while playing games. You don’t even realize that you are acquiring more and more knowledge and improve your English skills. In addition, since you continuously practice English and don’t learn the theory, the acquired knowledge will remain forever.
10 ESL Vocabulary Games to Get Your Students Seriously Engaged
Trying to teach a group of intermediate students ain’t easy. At this level, rehashing the basics is a bore and introducing more advanced topics can result in frustration. Tired of seeing only two or three students actually paying attention in your class?
