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‘Ideas for the classroom’ brings together a bank of bite-size articles focusing on different aspects of teaching languages in the primary context. In the Getting Started section you will find plenty of useful tips to help you implement a variety of techniques and carry out activities in the classroom, for example Storytelling or Using Songs and Rhymes. For features which look in detail an aspect of primary practice from a primary languages perspective, have a look at the Focus on... section. We will be updating both sections regularly, so do keep visiting!
No one can do everything, but everyone can do something
Practical suggestions and ideas for involving ALL children in the primary languages classroom.
How will you celebrate the next European Day of Languages?
The European Day of Languages, held annually on 26 September, is now established across the continent as an opportunity to celebrate language learning and the diversity and enrichment that languages bring to our lives.
1-2-3-Los! Linking languages with PE
One of the many benefits of teaching languages at primary school is the huge potential for language work in other areas of the primary curriculum, and teachers across the country are already tapping into this. PE can be one of the simplest and most effective ways of doing this - as well as being hugely enjoyable.
Working with the Primary Languages Website
The Primary Languages Website is a fantastic resource bank of activities, but that is not by any means its most significant raison d’être. As an online tool kit for teachers, it provides comprehensive access to a range of professional development (CPD) materials.
Interactive whiteboard
Using ICT in primary language lessons can be extremely motivating both for children and teachers. When used effectively, ICT can add variety and interaction to a lesson. Teachers will also be able to draw on software packages for linguistic support, as well as for stimulating, lively visual resources to support understanding.
Getting Started
ICT
Bringing ICT into Primary
Languages doesn't have to be a
daunting prospect. It can help to
bring our language classes alive,
make them visually interesting and
stimulating . . .
Songs and rhymes
Songs and rhymes make an important
contribution to language development
as they help to give a sense of the
natural rhythm of the language and its
sentence patterns . . .
Storytelling
Storytelling is an enjoyable and
engaging activity for children and adults alike as any parent or primary school teacher would confirm . . .
Focus on
Display
With so many exciting activities now happening in primary schools in respect of language learning, creative use of school display offers excellent opportunities to develop, reinforce and celebrate languages . . .
Embedding
Frequently, language learning in primary will take place outside of discrete
language lessons. Primary teachers are quick to identify opportunities for
embedding language with other subjects . . .
Puppets
Sock puppets are a brilliant
enjoyable way of encouraging
primary children to speak in another
language for real purposes . . .
Inclusion
Ideas for integrating all children into the primary languages classroom.
Supporting children with SEN
Identifying and supporting Gifted & Talented children
Involving EAL children
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