There
are different types of GAMES which provide opportunities for learners to
communicate. Among these types we can find: To solve a puzzle, draw a picture
following instructions, put things in the right place or order, find the
differences or similarities between two pictures, etc.
There are different sources where we can
get ideas to implement communication games inside the classroom. For example,
TV and Radio games usually provide good opportunities to foster communication
in classrooms, learners now the rules and this provides extra motivation in the
development of the game, they have fun and enjoy participating in collaboration
with their classmates.
Here are some other games to enrich your blog! I was thinking to use “the back to back drawing” with my second grade students on the unit where I teach physical description or describing a house/their room etc.
ResponderEliminarGiving Directions
Kids who practice giving verbal directions may improve their verbal communication skills. For practice in giving directions, set up a small obstacle course in a clear area indoors or out. Use chairs, wastebaskets and similar objects. Then, divide the children into pairs. One member of each pair puts on a blindfold. The other member of the pair leads their blindfolded partner through the obstacle course, using verbal directions to help the blindfolded partner. Partners may not touch each other during this activity.
Hidden Object
Hidden Object is another game that helps kids learn listening and speaking skills. Place two chairs facing one another in the middle of the room, and place several medium-sized objects inside a pillowcase or box. Have one child sit in each chair. Stand behind one of the chairs and remove an object from the pillowcase or box, showing it to the child facing you. This child must describe the object to the child you are standing behind without saying the object's name. The other child tries to guess what the object is.
Back-To-Back Drawing
Split the group into pairs and seat partners back-to-back. Give one person in the pair a drawing of a shape, and give the other person a clipboard with a piece of blank paper and pencil. The person with the drawing must give a verbal description of the picture for his partner to replicate on a piece of paper. Once completed, pairs should compare the provided shape with the drawing. Discuss whether or not communication was effective and if the message was received correctly.
A game that has been very useful when practicing asking questions using "have" is the game GO-FISH. Use it! kids love it and they practice a lot.
ResponderEliminarThanks a lot Vicky! I will! And thanks for your comment and contribution!
ResponderEliminarI agree, games are the greatest way to achieve the practice of matters like listening, reading, even spelling depending on the dynamic you are using. besides, it helps the classmates in getting involved with each other and with the class.
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