Lesson 12: teaching speaking in primary level pupils: monologue and dialogue questions to be discussed

Don't make it harder that it needs to be. Make sure to work on pronunciation with your ESL students and help them enjoy working on it. As always, when working on challenging areas of learning, be imaginative and find the best way possible to motivate them. Your students will remember it better if they are having fun.

Songs, Rhymes and Chants for Pronunciation

“Rhymes introduce children naturally and effectively to the

complete sounds of English as well as to stress and intonation”

Dunn.

Using songs and rhymes is considered to be a very effective way of teaching English. They are rhythmical, learners can dance, move or do TPR while singing. By singing or saying rhymes, learners practice pronunciation drills, rhythm or intonation. Songs and rhymes are especially useful and loved by young learners who love singing and do not like static exercises. They are very motivational too. Songs and rhymes can be used for all age groups, but older learners and adults can be more shy and reluctant to sing.