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Activities for children

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Children can start practising their English with these fun learning activities, divided into three levels.


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Sing and Learn

Sing and Learn

Help children learn, remember and use new language.

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Learn English through play, games, songs and videos

There are so many opportunities to practise language in ways your child will enjoy.

Whatever your child’s age, you can help them achieve more by making their learning fun, interesting and rewarding. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Learn English through songs

sheet musicSongs are a brilliant way to combine your child’s interests and learning English. There are so many activities you can try before, during and after listening to songs.

Using songs with young learners

Using songs with teenagers

 

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Learn English through games

Playing games is both motivating and effective. Games are great for children who are shy or worried about making mistakes. It gives them an opportunity to communicate in English in a safe and fun way.

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Learn English through drawing

Drawing is one of the many ways that everyday fun activities can become ‘learning English’ activities. English can be part of your child’s life, not just something they study at school.

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Learn English through videos

TV shows are a great source of ‘real-life’ English language and the pictures will help your child understand what is being said. There are lots of activities you can try afterwards too.

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Learn English through stories

Stories can be a powerful and motivating way for children to learn language.

 

Read more articles on how your child's interests can help them learn English


Kids are here to play – the importance of games

How to use technology for learning

Learn English through outdoor play

Learn English through social media

An English diary

Reading practice outside the classroom

Writing practice outside the classroom

Listening practice outside the classroom

Practising vocabulary outside the classroom

Practising speaking outside the classroom

 


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Help your child get the best start by choosing Cambridge English Qualifications. Find out how our exams can help your child.

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What’s next on your child’s English journey?

We work in over 130 countries around the world, so no matter where you are, together we can help your child learn English. Find out what you can do next.

 


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