Planning Strategies
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EP 158 My Go-to Engaging Lessons
Welcome, educators! Before we dive in, I want to take a moment to appreciate the incredible work you do every day. Your dedication to helping students find their voice in a new language is truly life-changing! đź’™ If you’re looking for engaging ESL lesson ideas that will captivate your students and enhance their language skills, you’re in the right place. Today, I’m sharing four dynamic strategies that will bring excitement into your classroom. 1. Magic Write – A Fun Vocabulary Activity Magic Write is a simple yet engaging vocabulary center activity that students love! Here’s how it works: To scaffold learning, provide sentence frames to help students construct their sentences.…
- Classroom Strategies, Curriculum, Distance Learning, Language Objectives, Lesson Ideas, Listening Skills, Newcomers, Planning Strategies, Reading, Reading Strategies, Teaching Strategies, Writing Strategies
 Ep 156 Lesson Ideas for March
Welcome, educators! March is a month filled with opportunities to create engaging and meaningful lessons for your students. Whether you’re focusing on Women’s History Month, Poetry Month, or the arrival of spring, this blog post will provide you with creative lesson ideas and themes to keep your students inspired and learning. Let’s dive in! Women’s History Month: Celebrate and Inspire Women’s History Month is celebrated throughout March to honor the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. This theme provides countless opportunities for engaging lessons and activities. Lesson Idea: Biography and Research Projects A biography or research project is a versatile activity that works across grade levels and proficiency levels.…
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EP 153 Supporting You & Your Students During Testing Season
Before we dive in, I want to share some incredible resources designed to support you in your ESL classroom. You can find engaging lesson plans and activities at myadventuresinesl.com/store to help you navigate testing season with confidence. Thank You for the Work You Do To all the incredible ESL teachers—thank you for the life-changing work you do every day. You are more than educators; you are mentors, guides, and champions for students navigating a new language and culture. Your patience, creativity, and dedication create a classroom where students feel safe to take risks, make mistakes, and grow. You are giving your students the tools they need to find their voice,…
- Language Objectives, Lesson Ideas, Newcomers, Planning Strategies, Reading Strategies, Teaching Strategies
 EP. 150 Strategies for Teaching Close Reading to Newcomers: A Guide for ESL Educators
Teaching a new language goes beyond vocabulary and grammar—it’s about fostering connections, building confidence, and empowering students to express themselves. One of the most effective strategies for supporting newcomers is close reading. This involves analyzing a text through repeated readings, each with a specific purpose, helping students deepen their comprehension and develop critical thinking skills. One of the biggest challenges in teaching newcomers is ensuring they can access and understand the text. Building background knowledge is essential. You can use strategies like think-alouds to model your thought process, conduct picture walks with labeled vocabulary in both English and the students’ native language, and incorporate videos or real-world items to bring…
- Language Objectives, Lesson Ideas, Planning Strategies, Reading Strategies, Speaking Activities, Teaching Strategies, Writing Strategies
EP 148 Simple and Effective November Lesson Ideas for Your Language Learners
Hello educators! As November approaches, I know that planning fresh, engaging lessons for your Language Learners can feel challenging. That’s why I’ve put together some simple, effective activities that will bring the month to life in your classroom, save you planning time, and make your lessons even more impactful! Veterans Day Veterans Day is celebrated around the world in various ways, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to explore themes of loyalty and service. Lesson Ideas: Daylight Savings Time Daylight Savings is a timely topic in November and offers a great opportunity for students to explore opinion writing. Lesson Ideas: Fall Festivals and Activities Pumpkin patches, apple picking, and corn mazes…
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EP 147 Transform Your Planning Period: Time-Saving Tips for Teachers
Welcome educators! Before we get started I want to share with you the amazing resources I have available.. To learn more and download some engaging resources go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. You are an efficient, engaging, and hard-working educator. The work that you are doing for your students is appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and the time you put in to ensure your students succeed. This week’s podcast goal is to provide you with strategies on how to find the time to support your students. Analyze your time spending Balance your caseload Plan Ahead Fight Back Against Procrastination If you found value in today’s episode, go to myadventuresinesl.com/store to get the…
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EP 146 Procrastination & Planning
As educators, we often juggle countless responsibilities—from lesson planning to grading, meetings, and managing the classroom. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, and when that happens, procrastination can creep in, delaying important tasks and adding to our stress. However, with the right strategies, you can overcome procrastination and make the most of your planning time. In this post, I’ll share some simple yet effective techniques to help you break the cycle of procrastination and boost your productivity. 1. Understand Your “Why” The first step to overcoming procrastination is identifying the underlying cause. Often, we avoid tasks because they seem too big or daunting, or we fear we won’t do them perfectly.…
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EP 141 Beginning of the Year Lesson Ideas
Welcome educators! Before we start, I want to share my amazing and engaging resources. To learn more and download some engaging resources go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. You are an efficient, engaging, and hard-working educator. The work that you are doing for your students is appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and the time you put in to ensure your students succeed. In this week’s episode, I will share a 5-day lesson plan you can use during the beginning of the school year to help you learn more about your students. On Day 1, you will start the lesson by introducing yourself. During the presentation, you can share your favorites with the…
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EP 139 Tips for Creating Your Back-to-School Curriculum
Welcome educators! Before we get started, I want to share the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. You are an amazing and hard-working educator. The work that you are doing for your students is appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and the time you put in to ensure your students succeed. In this week’s episode, I will share the structure you need to build your back-to-school lessons. These will include the core basics to help you plan for those first two weeks of school. One of the many struggles we as ESL teachers have when planning our back-to-school lessons is…
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EP 138 What to Do Instead of Summer Lesson Planning
Welcome educators! Before we get started, I want to share the amazing resources I have available. To learn more and download some engaging resources go to myadventuresinesl.com/store. You are an amazing and hard-working educator. The work that you are doing for your students is appreciated. Thank you for your dedication and the time you put in to ensure your students succeed. In this week’s episode, I will share strategies for spending your valuable time in the summer instead of creating lesson plans. The problem that many of us encounter in the summer with planning is that it’s the summer. Which is not a problem but more like a relief that…
