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Jolly Phonics in the ESL Classroom
Are you an English as a Foreign or Second Language teacher looking for new ways to engage your students in […] Read more
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Comics in the ESL Classroom: Stinky
Why use comics in the ESL / EFL classroom? Well, first of all, the combination of images and text provides […] Read more
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5 Must-Have books for your ESL young learners
For young learners, storytelling is more than just reading a book—it’s an opportunity to explore new worlds, learn new vocabulary, […] Read more
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Activities for the ESL Classroom
Are you a fan of storytelling in the classroom to engage and motivate your students, like us? Well, Roald Dahl’s […] Read more
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The Storytelling Method in the ESL Classroom
The storytelling method in the efl or esl classroom. English language learners. Young learners. Read more
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Making Lessons Meaningful for your Students
Teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) or as a second language (ESL) can be an exciting and rewarding experience. […] Read more
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How to teach Speaking in the ESL / EFL Classroom: strategies & resources
Today, we want to dive into one of our absolute favourite topics when it comes to teaching English: speaking skills. […] Read more
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Teaching English to Adults
Teaching English as a foreign language to adults can be an incredibly rewarding experience for educators. Adults, unlike children, come […] Read more
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Hi! This is the ESL Academy team! we are two sisters, ESL teachers and resource creators.
We opened our own English academy in Spain 5 years ago, and everything we share here is based on real experience — what works in our classrooms with real students of all ages.
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