Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning
Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning
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Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning

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"Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning" is the podcast that bridges the gap between rigorous methodology and engaging practice.

Each episode delves into the core foundations of ELT – from SLA theory and classroom management techniques to curriculum planning and phonics fundamentals – and translates them into practical, game-based learning activities you can use immediately. Discover creative strategies for immersive storytelling, effective song use, and designing lessons that spark curiosity and build genuine confidence in your young learners.

Whether you're a seasoned teacher or new to the classroom, join a community of dedicated educators who are transforming language learning. Move beyond the theory and find actionable inspiration to make your classroom more effective and incredibly fun.

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Cracking the code with joy: Embedding phonics in meaningful practice
03 December 2025

Cracking the code with joy: Embedding phonics in meaningful practice

How can we transform essential phonics instruction from a rote exercise into a joyful, integral part of a dynamic language classroom? In Episode 15 of "Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning," we perform the perfect synthesis. Building on last week’s research on Differentiated Phonics, we now connect it directly to the timeless teaching principles from Dr. Joan Kang Shin’s "Ten...
Beyond the ABCs - Differentiated Phonics for Powerful EFL Literacy
26 November 2025

Beyond the ABCs - Differentiated Phonics for Powerful EFL Literacy

Is teaching phonics to English language learners just about repeating sounds? What if a one-size-fits-all approach is actually holding your students back? In this transformative episode of Teaching English to kids: A journey of fun learning, we move beyond the basics to explore a groundbreaking, research-backed framework: Differentiated Phonics Instruction.We dive deep into a compelling classroom...
Ten Timeless Principles for Teaching English to Young Learners
19 November 2025

Ten Timeless Principles for Teaching English to Young Learners

What are the foundational, non-negotiable principles that every teacher of young learners needs to know? After exploring specific strategies from storytelling to learning centers, this episode distills decades of expert wisdom into ten powerful, practical ideas that form the bedrock of effective and joyful English teaching.Drawing from Joan Kang Shin's seminal work, we explore a "greatest hits"...
The Power of Stations: Creating dynamic language centers for differentiated learning.
12 November 2025

The Power of Stations: Creating dynamic language centers for differentiated learning.

Are you looking for a sustainable way to move beyond whole-class instruction and truly meet the diverse needs of every student in your classroom? In this essential episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we take a deep dive into one of the most effective instructional strategies: learning centers.Building on our previous discussions about Universal Design for Learning...
The Playful Classroom: Why games are a power tool for vocabulary building
05 November 2025

The Playful Classroom: Why games are a power tool for vocabulary building

Ready to transform vocabulary lessons from tedious memorization to joyful, effective learning experiences? In this energizing episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we dive deep into the powerful role of games in language acquisition.Building on our previous discussions about storytelling, music, and inductive learning, we explore how games naturally combine all these...
The great debate: Teaching rules vs. Letting kids discover the language
29 October 2025

The great debate: Teaching rules vs. Letting kids discover the language

Should we explicitly teach grammar rules to children, or should we let them discover patterns naturally through context and experience? This fundamental question lies at the heart of effective language teaching for young learners.In this thought-provoking episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we explore the critical differences between deductive and inductive teaching...
Designing for All: How UDL transforms your ESL classroom.
24 October 2025

Designing for All: How UDL transforms your ESL classroom.

What if you could plan your lessons to reach every learner from the very start—without last-minute adjustments or feeling stretched thin? Imagine a classroom where barriers to learning are minimized, and every student has a clear path to engagement and success.In this transformative episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we dive into Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a...
Reaching every learner: Practical strategies for mixed-ability classrooms.
16 October 2025

Reaching every learner: Practical strategies for mixed-ability classrooms.

Do you find yourself teaching to the "middle" of your class, leaving both advanced learners bored and beginners behind? You're not alone. Managing a classroom where students learn at different paces is one of the most common yet challenging aspects of teaching.In this essential episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we tackle the mixed-ability classroom head-on. We move...
The rhythm of learning: Why music is a powerful tool for young English brains.
07 October 2025

The rhythm of learning: Why music is a powerful tool for young English brains.

Ready to make English vocabulary and phrases stick in your students' minds like their favorite song? In this energizing episode of Teaching English to Kids: A Journey of Fun Learning, we explore one of the most powerful and underutilized tools in language education: music.Discover how melodies, rhythms, and songs create superhighways to memory and fluency in young learners. We dive into the...
The ultimate guide to choosing & using storybooks in ELT for kids
30 September 2025

The ultimate guide to choosing & using storybooks in ELT for kids

You know storytelling is powerful for language acquisition. But with so many children's books available, how can you be sure you're picking the most effective one for your students' specific level? The wrong choice can lead to frustration or boredom, but the right book can unlock a world of comprehension and vocabulary growth.In this practical, actionable episode of Teaching English to Kids: A...