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Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a worksheet to learn facts about Halloween. It is a reading task and there also are some activities to check the pupils' reading comprehension. The students also can learn about the origins of Halloween and how the Ancient Celtics used to celebrate it.   Here are the exercises for after the reading:   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Are you writing about Halloween? Here is a list of descriptive words verbs & nouns you can use when writing about scary subjects.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This ESL worksheet with Christmas definitions is great for teaching your students more about Christmas, its customs, and how it is celebrated.   1. An imaginary creature that looks like a small person and has magical powers is a pixie. 2. A fat man with a white beard and a red suit who gives toys to children at Chriswtmas is Santa Claus. 3. Animals that are in front of Santa's sleigh are reindeer. 4. A shiny ball hung on a Christmas tree is a bable. 5. Wax formed into a stick with a string in the middle is a candle. 6. The "green" thing you decorate is called a Christmas tree. 7. Tinsel is shiny metal strips. 8. The red-nosed reindeer is called Rudolph. 9. Something you give to someone special is a present. ...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here is a fun word search to drill Halloween vocabulary in your ESL classroom.   Halloween is a fun holiday to introduce to your ESL classroom. A great way to do this is by using word searches just like this one! Print it out and hand it to your students for some Halloween fun.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun picture description exercise for Halloween. The students have to look at the picture and read the statements. They have to write true (T), false (F) or we don't know (?).   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun reading comprehension for your EFL students this Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to practice Halloween vocabulary with your EFL students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun speaking activity where students discuss which of these spooky things they would rather do. Choose carefully.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is an easy and funny activity for your EFL students during Halloween time.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun EFL worksheet to match words related to Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a printable worksheet around Halloween vocabulary. Students match the pictures to the correct word.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a cloze test about the history of Halloween and in the text, you can find out the origin of Halloween, its traditions, and symbols more representative. The test consists in a video that pupils have to watch (the link is included in the text) and then they have to fill in the gaps in the text, and finally, they have to answer some questions about the video they have just watched.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun ESL Halloween worksheet. Students have to read the story and label the haunted house.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! When practicing speaking English it can be confusing for language learners to find that certain words have a silent letter that shouldn’t be used. Here we look at some of the most common examples.   When teaching English to non-native speakers the presence of silent letters can be a cause of great confusion among students and teachers alike. For the learner it can be frustrating to find that the written form of the word they have just mastered is actually spoken without using all the letters. There are a few basic rules when it comes to silent letters, but as is usually the case with English, there are often exceptions. Silent (B) Rule 1: The letter B is usually not pronounced after M at the end of a word e.g. comb,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Knowing when and when not to capitalize is an important part of writing correct English. Most students quickly learn that you always capitalize the first letter of a new sentence, but what are the other rules?   Although mistakes with capitalization do not generally have a big affect on the readability of your written English, it is important to get it right when writing formally for work or study purposes. Fortunately, the most common rules above are quite clear and straightforward to learn. Below are a few more capitalization rules you should be aware of. Capitalize family relationships when used as proper nouns. Capitalize “Uncle Brian,” and “Grandma Betty”. Do not use capitals when referring to a person’s...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! There are four words in each line - one of them doesn't fit!   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun EFL word scramble with words related to Halloween vocabulary.       Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun EFL word search with words related to Halloween.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This Halloween word scramble for kids is great to use at home or in the classroom. Simply download it, print it out, and share it with your students!   This Halloween word scramble worksheet is incredibly versatile and will bring joy to your students as they learn to talk about the spooky season.   This worksheet is ideal for a quick and fun homework assignment. Your students won't even notice that it's homework!   If you want to keep it in the classroom, it's a great addition to your quiet centers or as a activity you can play with the whole class when you have some time to kill. Split the class up into two teams for some competitive fun.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun Valentine's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet you can use in your ESL classroom to celebrate the romantic holiday.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a brilliant ESL worksheet to practice Halloween vocabulary with your English students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This worksheet contains 3 witches, each with an exercise attached. When the activities have been completed, the students can cut up the boxes, jumble them and then match the passage to the correct witch.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas As we approach the end of another academic year, it's an ideal time to celebrate achievements, build connections, and reflect on the shared journey. Whether you're teaching in a multicultural classroom or navigating diverse educational systems, this guide is here to inspire you with innovative ideas for end-of-year activities that will leave a lasting impression on your students. Ignite Creativity with End-of-Year Projects Reflect with a Memory Board Cultivate Gratitude with Thank-You Notes End-of-Year Activities Foster Connections Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Give students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and talents with end-of-year projects that reflect their interests and passions. Whether it's multimedia presentations,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This Halloween Roll-A-Story is an old favorite, where students roll dice to determine their story’s character, setting, and conflict. Print it out and give it to your student for a fun, Halloween-themed activity!   Have your students come up with a Halloween story by using this handy roll-a-story activity sheet! Give your students a die and let them roll to get their story’s character, setting, and conflict. Once they filled out all the blanks, they are ready to begin writing their story! Once everyone is done, have them read their stories out loud in front of the class, or organize a spooky story night where the stories are shared.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

For aspiring TEFL teachers, job opportunities abound throughout the year. Nevertheless, maximizing your options means being attuned to peak hiring seasons specific to your desired country. Generally, it is advisable to initiate your job search and application process a minimum of three months prior to your anticipated start date. This buffer allows ample time for tasks like submitting applications, attending interviews, and securing essential documentation like visas and work permits. What are hiring seasons for teaching English abroad? Peak hiring season in Europe Peak hiring season in Latin America Peak hiring season in Asia Peak hiring season in the Middle East For those eager to teach English abroad, understanding hiring seasons is pivotal. These are periods when a surge of teaching...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas When you teach English as a foreign language it's important to pay attention to details that we sometimes ignore when communicating with other native level speakers, either in spoken or written English. Some people have got into the habit of writing in uppercase/capital letters, use abbreviations, and don't think much about punctuation. We also tend not to be too critical of people's spoken English as long as we get the point across. 'There's a lot of cars on the road today' is grammatically incorrect for example. 1. Punctuation 2. Upper and Lowercase 3. Abbreviations 4. Use of Colour on the Board 5. Avoid Boring Gap-Fills 6. Avoid Changing What Students Say 7. Maximizing Student Talk Time 8. Calling on Individuals 9. Pronunciation Drilling Are you ready to...  [Read more]

Understanding grammar is pivotal in teaching English effectively. While there are varying class levels in English language instruction, as indicated by resources like Reward, New Headway, and others, all these levels underscore the importance of grammar. Given its foundational role in language, a teacher's proficiency in grammar ensures that students build a strong base and communicate accurately. The four skills Typical grammar and vocabulary topics studied at each level Beginner/Starter Elementary/Pre-Intermediate Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate EFL exams and correspondence of levels Summary It is very important to remember that there are four skills that are required by any language user. These four skills are, reading and listening (known as the receptive skills) and writing and...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog post, we will look at 8 common mistakes made by applicants in their applications for ESL teaching positions. Watch the video about this topic We are going to look at eight of the biggest mistakes to avoid when applying for an ESL teaching job. 1. Follow the instruction given about how to apply 2. Proofread your Application before sending 3. Not attaching a cover letter. 4. Not addressing the letter to a person. 5. Applying in a country where you don't meet the requirements. 6. Applying for a job you're not qualified for. 7. Not providing proof of English proficiency if you're a non-native speaker. 8. Not attaching a photo. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads...  [Read more]

Once you have made the decision that teaching English abroad is the right path for you to take, the next step is to complete a TEFL certification course that will give you the qualification and knowledge you need to find a good job and be confident and successful in the classroom. However, when it comes to choosing a TEFL course there are many different options available and each has a different time frame from sign-up to completion. When should I sign-up for an in-class TEFL course? How important are hiring seasons when deciding on a TEFL course date? When should I sign up for an online TEFL course? When considering when to sign-up for an in-class TEFL course, it is advisable to enroll at least three to six months prior to the start date. Although last-minute enrollments days before...  [Read more]

hello hi linda here from itt back with another live session this week i told you same time same place i would be here so i hope you are too thank you for taking some time out of your day today to spend it with me today we're going to talk about applying for tefl jobs eight big mistakes to avoid that's today's topic kind of continuing on our like job seeking series um i did a couple of those kind of job related videos or live sessions in the past few weeks so i thought this would fit perfectly into our little collection um as always we do save our previous live sessions in our playlists um you can find them on facebook you can also find them on youtube just like we are live on both platforms today so we are live on facebook and we're also live on youtube at the same time so if you can see...  [Read more]