Episode 78 - Starting Strong: Easy and Fun Icebreaker Activities for all EL Levels

The ESL Teaching Podcast

The ESL Teaching Podcast
Episode 78 - Starting Strong: Easy and Fun Icebreaker Activities for all EL Levels
Aug 22, 2023
Ieva Grauslys, ESL/ELL teaching

Many teachers either are starting their school year soon, or have already been at it for a couple of weeks. And this time of year, when everything is full of fresh new energy, is a good time to go back to icebreakers. 

Whether you have new students joining you or want to reconnect and have fun with the ones you already know, icebreaker activities will always make your classroom come alive. 

Today's episode was recorded a while ago, but I know it is going to be very useful to you. I wanted to share it with you as it is full of ideas for both new and veteran teachers and talks about activities that are great for both beginner English Learners and those more experienced.

What you will hear about in this episode:

  • Discover the crucial role of icebreaker activities in stimulating an engaging learning environment.
  • Understand the key principles for choosing appropriate icebreaker activities specifically designed for English learners.
  • Learn to execute simple yet effective icebreaker activities, especially crafted for beginner students.
  • Uncover unique icebreaker activities designed for intermediate and advanced students to accelerate their English language skills.

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