Re: [MOSAIC] Using trade books/story books in the adult ESL classroom

[Kate Lino]

Hi!
 
I taught adult ESL/EFL classes in Brazil and used a lot of trade books to 
teach. My students did not think the activities were too elementary ... I think 
it depends on the book you choose and the level of your students. I did a lot 
of graphic organizers with them with comparing and contrasting characters or 
stories. Many fairytales are universal (like Cinderella, Little Red Riding 
Hood), so it is a good opportunity to teach new vocabulary using a story they 
are already familiar with. There are so many great nonfiction trade books out 
there, too, that you could also use to teach vocabulary. Hope that helps ... 
and good luck!
 
Kate Lino
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[MOSAIC] Using trade books/story books in the adult ESL classroom

[k humphries mcclure]

I am wondering if anyone out there has tried using
story books (either trade book sets or "big books") in
adult ESL classrooms (or any adult classroom). I am
working on developing my pedagogical skills and have
read about strategies in reading instruction,
including using big books and storybooks, but I am not
sure how to implement some of the more basic ones into
an adult classroom without the atmosphere seeming too 
basic/simple/childish. Any suggestions? 


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