50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL

The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is a must-have for Early Years practitioners looking to support children with English as an additional language. The series offers fun, original, skills-based activities that are easy to resource and require little preparation. The activities include simple speak-and-repeat games, visual ideas to support learning new words and phrases, and activities that evoke feelings of being at home, allowing children to feel welcomed and part of the school's diverse community. Traditional games are also featured to help children with EAL play with their peers and feel that they can contribute to the learning of others.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is a treasure trove of engaging, original, and skills-based activities designed specifically for Early Years practitioners to utilize with children aged 0-5. Each activity comes with comprehensive step-by-step guidance, a comprehensive list of resources, and a thorough explanation of the skills children will acquire. This series is a must-have for every Early Years setting, as it is both creative, simple, and highly effective.

Every year, an increasing number of children enter the Early Years setting, whether they are new to English or have English as an additional language (EAL). This can be both challenging and daunting for the child and the practitioner alike. How can Early Years practitioners ensure that the right support is in place for the child and themselves? What practical ideas can be effectively employed to enhance an EAL child's understanding of a new language while also fostering their ability to bond with their peers?

To address these questions, 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is an invaluable resource that provides fresh, exciting, and engaging activities that are easy to resource, require minimal preparation, and are enjoyable to execute. The activities encompass a range of simple speak-and-repeat games, visual ideas to support learning new words and phrases, and activities that evoke a sense of familiarity, allowing children to feel welcomed and integrated into the diverse community of the school. Traditional games are also featured to enable children with EAL to play with their peers and contribute to the learning of others.

Perfect for promoting inclusion and self-esteem, 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is an ideal tool for supporting children as they navigate the ups and downs of acquiring English as an additional language. By incorporating these activities into their practice, Early Years practitioners can create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children with EAL can thrive and develop their language skills in a fun and engaging way.

Weight: 176g
Dimension: 244 x 172 x 4 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472952639