I'm creating some fun and festive writing activities today. I love that dabbing snowman!
What's New?
My jokes might induce groans rather than chuckles but I love laughter in our lessons! It makes my students feel more relaxed; they enjoy the lessons more; and most of all, it's been proven to bolster their memory and recall. How great is that?
I've always loved coming up with creative ideas, but I've not always had the confidence to share them. So what changed?
Yesterday, one of my lizard-loving learners (who "hates school") had tonnes of fun with poetry. We planned a poem based on Brian Moses' energetic 'Walking with my Iguana', and he almost didn't realise he was learning all about adverbs and adjectives along the way! 🦎
Even Lisa Simpson finds writing difficult! But by playing writing games, getting inspiration from great stories, and writing about interesting topics, it suddenly becomes much easier and more fun. Honest!
An eager beaver is someone who has an unbelievable amount of energy and enthusiasm — like the writing tutor who's very excited to start the new term!
It's always heartening to hear how my tutoring has helped. To see Lala's son build in confidence and loving to write is the biggest reward.
Thanks to Henry and his parents for their lovely present and card. Best of luck with your English Language GCSE!
(I've already scoffed one of the three boxes of truffles!)
It's amazing how creative and imaginative kids can be. As a teaching assistant in schools, I lost count of the number of fantastical stories of far-off places kids told me about.
