Real Life Language

Practical Sub Plans for Language Teachers: Simple Steps for Communicative Language Teaching

When a teacher is unexpectedly absent or you simply need a low-prep class that still moves learning forward, strong sub plans can make the difference between wasted time and meaningful practice. These ready-to-run activities are built around the principles of communicative language teaching so students keep producing language, interacting with peers, and deepening their vocabulary […]

Communicative Language Teaching: Build Vocabulary with Themed Lists

Spanish Language Workouts, Teaching French, Teaching World Languages

Communicative language teaching thrives on meaningful, purpose-driven practice. One of the simplest and most powerful exercises you can use is creating themed lists. Lists focus your attention on vocabulary you actually need, help you personalise learning, and turn passive words into usable language for everyday tasks. Why themed lists work for communicative language teaching Themed

Fake Text Generators: Creative World Language Teaching Strategies

Teaching French, Teaching World Languages

World language teaching strategies that centre on meaningful input and low-stress production can be simple and playful. Using fake text generators to create believable conversations that students can read, react to, and recreate is simple, easy and provides great comprehensible input. It feels modern, familiar and gives plenty of opportunities for comprehension checks and personalised

Best activities for world language class: Family Speaking Practice

Teaching French, Teaching World Languages

Looking for a simple, high-impact activity that gets students speaking from minute one? This family speaking practice is one of the best activities for world language class. It focuses on everyday vocabulary, builds confidence, and gives every student a chance to talk about people they know using meaningful, personalised language. What this activity achieves The

World language classroom management: How to teach a set of words quickly

Teaching French, Teaching World Languages

Strong world language classroom management makes it possible to teach a set of words quickly without chaos or wasted minutes. When routines are clear and activities are tightly structured students acquire vocabulary faster and remain engaged. Below are practical techniques to introduce, practice and retain a small vocabulary set in one compact lesson. Why structure

Compare and Contrast: A Flexible Group Project for the World Language Classroom

Spanish Class Resources, Teaching French, Teaching World Languages

Comparing and contrasting is one of the most powerful tasks for building cultural understanding and developing communicative skills. This group project is designed to work with any level, any theme, and any language, making it ideal for Spanish, French, or world language teachers looking for adaptable materials. Below you’ll find an overview of how to