The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting. Every year, an increasing number of children enter the Early Years setting either new to English or with English as an additional language (EAL), which can be daunting, not just for the child but for the practitioner too. How can Early Years practitioners ensure that the right support is in place for the child and themselves? What practical ideas can be used successfully to enrich an EAL child's understanding of a new language, while, at the same time, allowing that child to bond with their peers? 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is an invaluable resource to help integrate children with EAL into the classroom with fresh, exciting and engaging activities that are easy to resource, require little preparation and are fun to carry out. The activities include simple speak-and-repeat games, visual ideas to support learning new words and phrases and activities that evoke feelings of being at home, allowing the children to feel welcomed and part of the school's diverse community. Traditional games are also featured to help children with EAL play with their peers, as well as feel that they can contribute to the learning of others. Perfect for promoting inclusion and self-esteem, 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is ideal for supporting children as they navigate the ups and downs of having English as an additional language.

50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is an invaluable resource to help integrate children with English as an additional language into the classroom. It offers fresh, exciting and engaging activities that are easy to resource and fun to carry out and is ideal for supporting children as they navigate the ups and downs of having EAL.

About the Author
Natasha Wood has worked in the Early Years for nine years and has built a great breadth of knowledge in child development and play. She holds a postgraduate degree in Special Educational Needs and is currently an Early Years Phase Leader, a Safeguarding Lead, a Special Educational Needs Coordinator and a Forest School Leader.

Reviews
The fact that there are cultural differences to be respected is firmly embedded in the book and gives an extra dimension... The ideas are excellent, easily applied and children will enjoy them as their command of English is effectively improved. * Parents in Touch *
Perfect for promoting inclusion and self-esteem, 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is ideal for supporting children as they navigate the ups and downs of having English as an additional language. -- LoveReading4Schools



Book Information
ISBN 9781472952639
Author Natasha Wood
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Featherstone
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 182g