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Category: ESL Games

ESL games and activities can be incredibly beneficial for students of any age and level of English.

What are the advantages in using games in the classroom?

  • Games provide a break from the usual routine of lesson.
  • They are motivating and challenging and engaging.
  • Learning a language requires a great deal of effort. Games help
  • students to make and sustain the effort of learning.
  • Games provide language practice in the various skills – speaking,
  • writing, listening and reading.
  • They encourage students to interact and communicate.
  • They create a meaningful context for language use.

Also:

  • Games are learner-centered (the student is always in focus).
  • Games reduce learning anxiety.
  • Games encourage creativity and spontaneous usage of the language.
  • Games foster participatory attitudes of the students.

And more:

  • Games develop critical thinking, problem solving, and imagination.
  • Games are adaptable for different levels of knowledge.
  • Educational games are easy to understand and use.
  • Games may be used in the classroom as rewards for students.
  • Games increase motivation and desire for self-improvement.
  • Challenge and competition are key factors for any game and students pay more attention to completing the task.

ESL games are very versatile, they can be used to warm up the class before the lesson, during the lesson to give students a break and relax, or at the end of class when you have a few minutes left to kill.

ESL games are used to teach and practice vocabulary, practice conversation, negotiation, they promote teamwork and cooperation.

If you don’t use games in your lessons, or use them only sporadically, maybe it’s time to start enjoying all the benefits and fun they can bring into the classroom.

 

 

 

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NEW: 12 Back to School Games That Foster Teamwork and Learning

Posted on August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 By albacker

As the new school year starts and the corridors buzz with the excitement of a fresh academic journey, educators everywhere are looking for innovative ways to motivate their students, spark their passion for learning, and create a dynamic classroom vibe. When it comes to achieving these goals, back to school…

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End of Year Activities and Games : No-prep, Easy to Print

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It’s June, the most wonderful month. For students, but mostly for teachers. We really need that break. Here are a couple of end of school activities that will help with that, But before you start sipping that cocktail by the pool, have some fun with your students if you can….

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ESL Taboo Cards: Printable Vocabulary Activity

Posted on February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 By albacker

Are you looking for a stimulating and entertaining method to increase your vocabulary and communication abilities in English? Take a look our ESL taboo card games below! ESL Taboo is a frequently played game that’s designed for teams of two or more players. The goal is to get your teammates…

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10 Interactive ESL Online Games for Language and Critical Thinking Improvement

Posted on February 5, 2023February 4, 2023 By albacker

In today’s digital age, online games have become a popular and effective tool for teaching various skills, including English as a second language. Interactive ESL online games, such as digital escape rooms, scavenger hunts, critical thinking games, and media literacy games, are not only fun and engaging but also provide…

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Christmas Vocabulary: ESL Taboo Cards

Posted on December 1, 2022December 1, 2022 By albacker

Learn vocabulary by explaining the definitions. Careful, you can’t use some words, they are forbidden!
Christmas Forbidden Words Card Game.

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Storytelling Cards: Imaginative Speaking and Writing Activity

Posted on November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 By albacker

I’ve decided that you deserve a little treat. Read on and find all about it. It’s almost Christmas after all and you’ve been working hard. We love stories. We have always loved them. When our ancestors sat by the fire they told stories of mighty warriors, immortal gods, or wicked…

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Best English Games to Play in Your ESL Classroom

Posted on October 13, 2021September 6, 2023 By albacker

Here is an extensive list of my favorite English games to play with my students. Board games Yes, you read that right. Cards Against Humanity. But! This is a family edition, so it’s clean. You can download if for free and print, but, make sure you feel comfortable using it,…

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Quiz: Which Teacher Are You? Do You Teach Like Einstein or Montessori?

Posted on February 23, 2021October 7, 2021 By albacker

Is your teaching style or personality similar to one of the famous teachers? Let’s find out! Which famous teacher are you? Share your results with your friends! Maria Montessori Maria Montessori was an Italian educator and originator of the educational system that bears her name. The Montessori system is based…

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Engaging Online Teaching: ESL Activities and Games

Posted on November 26, 2020October 7, 2021 By albacker

Here are a couple of ideas for online teaching ESL activities and games that can be assigned to students so they can work independently as well as used during your video meeting. 1. Artist in your own home Students have to take 10 photos of anything they consider beautiful. You…

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Balderdash: ESL Speaking Game

Posted on November 4, 2019October 7, 2021 By albacker

Balderdash is a word bluffing game in which you write definitions for weird words. The definitions may or may not be correct. The ESL variation of the game is played very similarly. The PDF which you can download below, contains words that are balderdash, or nonsense. At least they seem…

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Your role play worksheet is great!

- Everyday Business English

Some good ideas, especially with older students who are pretty quiet.

- Anthony

Awesome resource, thank you!

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