English class – Tai’an, China
Elementary school children at English class, Grade 4, Tai’an, China. The lesson: parts of the body.
One of the keenest students
I would elicit the answer by moving a part of my body and then ask them: What is this? And then ask How many? Big or small? etc.
Shy but able | note: the spelling mistakes!
On listening to my instructions they would then draw “a part” … The lesson started with the head and evolved into a monster – maybe more fun and certainly more flexibility than drawing person.
Another great student | he has problem with his left eye. During the lesson "Where would you like to go in the holidays?" : he always joked "the hospital"
The kids were excited to show me ‘their art ( – their … English)’
I’ve got many friends who’ve taught in Asian countries so they could travel and most absolutely loved it. Good for you doing what you love and for so LONG too!!
Nice website, btw.
Thanks … China is weird and wonderful. And the kids – mostly, keen to learn English.
man, i wish i was in a class where i could draw monsters. sounds like the most fun class period in history. awesome.
Thanks Mack. Yeah, the kids love this lesson. I try to make learning English fun with various language games, drawing exercises, songs, charades, videos … especially, like here in China where it’s usually structured, repetitive, traditional teaching with few, if any, ESL resources. Luckily, I do have a lot of ESL e-materials with me and some experience to draw on …
“some experience to draw on…” surely you’re being modest. i bet you’re their favorite teacher considering you do what you can to break from the tedious norm.
I try to keep the kids interested / entertained …