TEFL Winter Gardens

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This winter quiz is perfect for your winter-themed lesson to upper-elementary students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun ESL worksheet about winter clothes with listening reading, speaking tasks.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This fun winter word search is perfect to practice winter vocabulary with your students. It contains 25 winter-themed words.   Words included in the Winter word search are: blizzard, coat, cold, December, earmuffs, February, fireplace, flurries, frozen, gloves, hot chocolate, ice, ice skates, icicle, January, mittens, scarf, shovel, sled, slush, snowball, snowflake, snowman, sweater, winter.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun ESL writing exercise about Christmas/winter. Students take a look at the picture and describe what they see.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun printable ESL word search to practice words surrounding the winter season with your ESL students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun word game puzzle to play with your EFL students during the Christmas holiday season.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This fun winter vocabulary ABC order worksheet is perfect to practice winter-related words with you ESL students. Simply print it out and let your students have fun!   The object of this worksheet is to sort the winter words in alphabetical order:     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Having to organize and hold a winter camp is a daunting task, especially for new teachers who haven't done it before. For these kinds of English camps, teachers typically create up to 10 lesson plans for the duration of the camp. Winter camps can last anywhere between one week to a month or even longer. The main goal of an English camp is to have a fun and memorable time with the students while practicing their English. Listen to this blog post: It's all About Fun… and Props! Making Sock Snowmen! Making Christmas or New Year's Cards Have Handouts Ready Powerpoint/Computer Games Board Games When Your School Doesn't Have a Budget or Supplies Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This free printable winter word search and word scramble activity is perfect to get your students talking about the winter season.   This worksheet includes 16 winter related words that your students have to find in this fun word search puzzle. Not only are word searches fun activities but they are also great for building vocabulary and improving your students' spelling skills. At the bottom of the sheet, your students will also have to unscramble five additional winter related words. Print out this worksheet onto a standard 8.5×11 inch page.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations Winter is upon us, which doesn't have to mean that you can't travel and explore the world! These are the top 10 places to take your TEFL course in winter. 1. Moscow, Russia 2. Alexandria, Egypt 3. Leipzig, Germany 4. Natal, Brazil 5. New York City, USA 6. Singapore 7. Brittany, France 8. Cebu, Philippines 9. Granada, Spain 10. Kolkata, India Listen to this blog post Are You Ready to Teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: Visiting Moscow during winter is an absolute visual wonder. Your Russian fairytale will come true when you explore the city's beautiful parks, squares, and churches covered in powdery snow. While temperatures can reach crazy lows, when you pack a thick coat and waterproof boots, you're going to have the time of your life in...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This free, printable worksheet is great for your winter and holiday-themed classes. Have your students fix the mixed up sentences with winter and Christmas vocabulary.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas When the aroma of gingerbread and eggnog is in the air, you know it's time to translate your love for the most beautiful season of the year into your TEFL classroom with winter ESL activities! Listen to this blog post: 1. What makes the perfect winter day? 2. Write an article for a local newspaper 3. Make paper snowflakes 4. Read something about winter 5. Play a game of Taboo 6. Holiday Extravaganza! 7. If everything else fails: These worksheets do the trick! Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! While this is the perfect time to embrace winter in TEFL destinations with changing seasons, it's also ideal to educate your students living in places with tropical temperatures...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! These printable conversation cards about Christmas are ideal for classes before the winter holidays.   Print out this sheet and cut out all cards individually and play it with your ESL class. Students take turns picking cards and starting conversations about the questions on the cards. For big classes: Divide the class into groups and hand one sheet / set of cards to each group. Have the students play the conversation cards among each group.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This activity is perfect as a comeback exercise after the winter holidays! Have your students reflect on the past year and make resolutions for the new year ahead!   Have your students finish the sentences in the stars on the sheet.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This printable worksheet is perfect as a comeback exercise after the winter holidays! Have your students think about what they want to achieve and make resolutions for the new year ahead.   Have your students finish the sentences on the work sheet about the new year.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Who doesn't love Frozen? It's the perfect movie to introduce the topic of seasonal change and talk about all things winter-related! Print out this Disney's Frozen word search and let your students have some fun.   Can you find all 22 words in this Disney's Frozen word search? Your students are going to have a blast working through this word search and learn a lot of new words along the way! Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Destinations The utterly unique character of Japan has fascinated people from all over the world throughout history and this is still very true today. Nowhere else quite captures the imagination like Japan, with its individual blend of East Asian culture and high-tech modernity. Its popularity among foreign teachers is also enhanced by the strong demand for TEFL qualified professionals in all of its major cities, as well as many smaller towns across the country. Although competition for the top jobs can sometimes be tough, the promise of living and working in one of the world's most fascinating countries continues to draw many thousands of teachers every year. If you would like to join them, take a look at our pick of the top 5 places to teach English in Japan. 1. Tokyo 2....  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations If you are interested in teaching English as a foreign language, it is probably not news to you that China offers some of the best opportunities in the world for teachers. The country has over 300 million English learners leading to an incredibly high demand for qualified teachers in all parts of the country. Teaching English in Beijing Teaching English in Shanghai Teaching English in Guangzhou Teaching English in Hangzhou Teaching English in Kunming Teaching English in Chongqing Teaching English in Wuhan Teaching English in Chengdu Teaching English in Shenzhen Teaching English in Xi'an Teaching English in Nanjing Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in China? Teacher salaries are very lucrative, ranging between 6000 RMB and 12000 RMB per...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Japan has been a popular destination for teaching English abroad for many years. This is mainly due to the country's vibrant culture, the great food and friendly locals. Japan has a lot to offer and it can be overwhelming to find the ideal city to move to. This post looks at the 10 best cities in Japan for teaching English abroad. All cities are listed in no particular order. 1. Tokyo 2. Yokohama 3. Kyoto 4. Osaka 5. Nagoya 6. Hiroshima 7. Fukuoka 8. Kobe 9. Sapporo 10. Takayama Are you ready for your teaching adventure in Japan? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Also check out our other related Japan content:* Step-By-Step Guide To Legally Teaching English in Japan* Teaching English In...  [Read more]

La Antigua is the most popular destination in the country for both tourists and Guatemalans alike, and is famous for its well preserved colonial architecture and spectacular ruins—so much so that the entire city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guatemala is a portal to another world – timeless architecture, cobblestone streets, archaeological ruins, and volcanoes looming overhead. Located in the central highlands of Guatemala 1,500 meters (5,000 feet) above sea level, La Antigua is the perfect launching point for trips to the Pacific coast, Lake Atitlan, Tikal and the jungle, all of which are just a few hours away. As if that isn't enough, once your course is finished, we will provide you with lifetime assistance finding employment. Our TEFL course in La Antigua offers...  [Read more]

The lively and modern city of Phoenix is undoubtedly a great location for completing your TEFL/TESOL training course. Situated in the Sonoran Desert, the state capital of Arizona has an enviable year-round climate and a close proximity to some of the most stunning national parks in the whole country. If the great outdoors is not your thing, no problem, you will find plenty of other things to see and do during your stay in the ‘Valley of the Sun'. The area now known as Phoenix has been the home of Native American people for over 200 years, however, the modern city has a much shorter history. Since its initial founding in the 1860s, Phoenix was nothing more than a small and insignificant town until its naming as the capital of Arizona in 1912. Over the following century the city has...  [Read more]

Denmark regularly comes out on top of national rankings based on topics such as education, income level and overall standard of living, making it a popular destination for foreign workers. If you have found a job in Denmark or plan on heading there in the future, take a look at the following guides for some useful information on the country and its culture. They have a range of simple travel tips to help you organize your visit, as well as an insight into the local language and cuisine. You will also find a guide to Copenhagen, the Tivoli Gardens and the national obsession with cycling. SOURCE: foursquare . com/v/denmark/50647124e4b0b774f681e182 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! SOURCE: theculturetrip ....  [Read more]

As the capital of the state of Utah, Salt Lake City has plenty to offer any trainee looking to take their TEFL/TESOL course here. Located at the southern end of the Great Salt Lake, the largest salt water lake in the western hemisphere, Salt Lake City is well known as the home of the Church of the Latter Day Saints. The city is also renowned as a center for outdoor sporting activities and was the first city to introduce bicycle lanes in the U.S.A. However, it was its hosting of the 2002 Winter Olympics that made the city a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts and brought it to the attention of the wider world. Founded in the 19th century by Mormon settlers, Salt Lake City had its first spate of economic growth due to mining and the arrival of the railroad. This early economy...  [Read more]

  Located at the Great Lakes, Michigan is truly an exceptional state in the USA. This is also due to the fact that Michigan is the only state that is made up of two peninsulas that are divided by the lakes. Due to this unique location, Michigan is also called “The Great Lakes State”. Millions of visitors flock to Michigan each year to explore all that the state has to offer. The Upper Peninsula is famous for its many hiking and trekking trails but horseback riding, fishing, and boating are also very popular activities. The Great Lakes coastline, as well as the state’s many rivers and lakes offer some of the best views when hiking. A great way to explore all the beautiful nature is to rent an off-road vehicle. Michigan is home to 97 individual state parks, six state forests, and...  [Read more]

As one of the great capitals of Europe, Athens is always a popular destination for taking a CELTA training course. Not only does it boast some of the most fascinating historical sites in the world, it is also within easy reach of the stunning Mediterranean coastline with all the options for entertainment and relaxation that comes with it. Famous the world over as the birthplace of democracy, Athens is also instantly recognisable by its many iconic landmarks, such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon. For an insight into what the city has to offer, click here to experience a unique virtual tour. Another reason why visitors keep coming back to Athens is its well earned reputation as a warm and welcoming city that is as safe as any in Europe. The warm climate and extensive cultural highlights...  [Read more]

As one of the great capitals of Europe, Athens is always a popular destination for taking a CELTA training course. Not only does it boast some of the most fascinating historical sites in the world, it is also within easy reach of the stunning Mediterranean coastline with all the options for entertainment and relaxation that comes with it. Famous the world over as the birthplace of democracy, Athens is also instantly recognisable by its many iconic landmarks, such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon. For an insight into what the city has to offer, click here to experience a unique virtual tour. Another reason why visitors keep coming back to Athens is its well earned reputation as a warm and welcoming city that is as safe as any in Europe. The warm climate and extensive cultural highlights...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Find the words that end with digraphs -ch, -sh, -ck and -th and write the words in the right columns.   This is a great activity sheet to practice the digraphs -ch, -sh, -ck and -th with winter related words and vocabulary.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

If you are a TEFL teacher who enjoys experiencing the beauty of different seasons while teaching abroad, there are several countries that could be perfect for you. Some of the best countries for TEFL teachers who enjoy seasonal changes include: Canada is known for its stunning natural landscapes and diverse climate. From snowy winters to warm summers, you can experience a wide range of seasonal changes while teaching English in Canada. Cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal have thriving ESL markets and offer plenty of opportunities for TEFL teachers. Japan is a country that experiences all four seasons distinctly. Cherry blossoms in spring, hot summers, colorful autumns, and snowy winters make Japan a great destination for TEFL teachers who want to experience seasonal changes. With...  [Read more]

Bulgaria is a destination worth considering as there are always plenty of jobs available and the cost of living is low in comparison to many other European nations. Its Black Sea coastline offers miles of quiet beaches to relax on during the summer months, while winter sports lovers will find some great options for skiing and snowboarding. If Bulgaria interests you, take a look at the following for some insight into the country, from travel tips and attraction guides to some interesting facts and figures. SOURCE: foursquare . com/v/%D0%BF%D0%BB%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%B4%D0%B8%D0%B2-plovdiv/4e2ae95052b1b8f1985b2e76 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! SOURCE: borednbroke . com/ Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! SOURCE: www ....  [Read more]

Florence is the most famous city in one of the most famous regions of Italy: Tuscany. Centrally located, it offers easy access to all transportation and the natural landscape is dotted with wineries, quaint hill towns, and unforgettable countryside—like the Chianti area. The city symbolizes the birth of the Renaissance with household names like Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Donatello. Art and architecture are everywhere you go. From sophisticated Italian cuisine to street food, there is no shortage of delicious eating experiences—and don’t forget Italian ice cream: gelato! Florence sweetly reminds you of what it was like hundreds of years ago, and the city and people make it easy to feel Florentine. The Florence city center is a UNESCO heritage site. You should of course visit...  [Read more]