Holiday Ideas for Your ESL School

Thanksgiving

Throw a holiday party. Click here for suggestions.

Put on a play. Click here for a downloadable PDF. This play is one way to teach your international students the story of Thanksgiving. It is designed to reach students at a beginner level of English. It will have more impact if it is done by teachers that the students already know. I encourage you to have at least minimal costumes. This could be done during break time on a regular school night or at a special party or dinner celebrating Thanksgiving. It was written by Julie Baugh, MNA ESL Trainer. of the play.

Christmas

Symbols of Christmas. Click here for a simple activity that introduces English learners to the Christmas story through traditional Christmas symbols such as the Christmas tree, wreaths, ornaments, and so on.

Right - Left Game. Click here for a fun and light-hearted gift-giving game to play at your Christmas party.

 

Easter

Ideas for using Resurrection Eggs, Easter baskets, and more. Click here.

 

 

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