Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Communicating in the Students First Language

ESOL students with limited knowledge of English enjoy communicating with other children who share their first language.

These Junior School children are provided with quiet spaces in which basic communication language and the building blocks required for reading and writing development are supported. Self drawn pictures are often used in response to a story or question. The pictures provide an authentic insight into the language the child is wanting to share with the group.

 It doesn't take long to establish friendships and support networks. The relaxed environment enables students to experiment with language that they will need to participate in the classroom and wider community on a daily basis.

The children are learning to talk about themselves.  It is clear that Sara likes a teddy bear.



                    We like:  

Teddy Bears

               Robots   

                      Dragons 







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