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Stephanie Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars effective, quick ideas
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2020
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Perfect for busy teachers or those who just need a little spark of inspiration for their next lesson.I recommend this for ESL teachers, especially those in high-school or adult settings. The games and activities are practical, easy to incorporate, and seem effective. I plan to use at least 5 of the ideas this semester in my advanced adult class. A helpful (and only 99 cents on Kindle!) purchase. I'm looking forward to checking out more of the author's books and ideas.
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Roy
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2018
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A great resource for helping you create a genuinely student- centered classroom in which students do 70 to 90% of the talking. Unlike some teacher manuals, this book contains realistic activities that can be tailored to any level. The author not only has impeccable academic credentials and impressive first-hand experience, but also conveys great sensitivity toward the struggles of ESOL learners. I will immediately be using some of these ideas in my classes.
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Prettysmartideas
3.0 out of 5 stars Okay, some ideas. I mainly ordered to see what the author was up to.
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2021
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Not too much that I could use, but, when you read someone else's work, sometimes, you get inspiration that you might have had, had you not been grousing about how what you were reading was not giving you what you need.
I think the author might have a different kind of student than the ones I am working with, where they don't really want to be in class, but they are getting a deal on a student visa (as nearly as I can tell)..
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Marlene Saban
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an easy to read excellent book for busy teachers who need ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2017
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This is an easy to read excellent book for busy teachers who need ideas and clear instructions about how to get your class talking in English. I will certainly use this book in my many different teaching contexts. Thanks Jackie for your resourceful book. I will warmly recommend it to fellow teachers and colleagues in the field.
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coco3mom
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource!
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2017
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I found this text to be a great resource. It's short, simple and to the point. The activities/games have been tested by the author. I needed fresh ideas for my Adult ESL 1 class at my local community college. I'll be checking out her other books, too.
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Elizabeth Sternberg
3.0 out of 5 stars No page numbers!
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2015
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I've only glanced through this book so far, which is actually quite difficult because there are NO PAGE NUMBERS printed on the pages. There are some excellent sections and ideas, but they are hard to find! It's rather frustrating. The table of contents is off too - if you have the patience to count the pages towards the spot you're looking for. Ooopsies?
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Tchr67
4.0 out of 5 stars This is a collection of good ideas for using with ESL students
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2017
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This is a collection of good ideas for using with ESL students, but not that many new ideas. It is, however, a handy reference if you are just getting started working with ESL students and need some ideas.
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Sandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Good purchase.
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2019
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Great book with easy to follow activities.
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Amazon Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Good.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 22, 2021
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Some interesting stuff and good obsrevations. Could have done with some bright colours inside, layout is boring and uninspiring.
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Karen Bell
3.0 out of 5 stars Look good but not used them yet
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2018
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Look good but not used them yet. They’re for an upcoming teaching role.
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S. E
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2018
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Great! Useful book for ESOL class for adults. Lots of ideas for lessons. Clear and informative. Can pick up and use.
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Big Daddy
5.0 out of 5 stars Does what it says on the tin.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 18, 2019
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A good book that brought more ideas to get teenagers and adults talking in my English classes. I thought the variety and number of activities was well chosen.
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Snezana Ivankovic
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2016
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nice and small, handy
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