About English for Young Learners
Your site just gets better and better!' Wendy Arnold IATEFL - YLSIGWonderful materials for English language learners!! Ms Fann, ESL teacher, Nashville, USA
What are the materials?Reading, listening, speaking & writing materials for online and classroom use.- short texts ideal for classroom use - glossary & activities to accompany texts - all texts simplified and graded according to level - fun listening and watching materials | By level or age?Materials are broadly categorised by age and/or level - but enjoyment is the primary criteria.Confident younger readers can attempt the materials aimed at teens. Similarly older children with a lower language level or reluctant readers may prefer to try the shorter, simpler texts before moving on. | Starting Points?A good starting point for younger children is the Uncle Edgar section. The stories are fun and easy to follow. They are also have a strong visual element.For teens/young adults the Fred and Rita conversations are very popular and flexible in terms of level. |
EndorsementsIn February 2009 it won the EnglishClub.com Site of the Month Award. It also features in Tips for Teaching with Call.English for Young Learners has links with the British Council, the Extensive Reading Foundation & IATEFL - YLSIG. | Writer/EditorThe site was created by Kieran McGovern and he writes & edits most of the materials. He has been described as being 'amongst the best writers of language learner materials in English’.Kieran was the BBC World Service Teacher Blogger in August & December 2009. He also edits ESL Reading. | Support this siteThis site receives no external funding or institutional support.You can help support future development by making online purchases via the advertisements. |
