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Picture dictionary determine whether or not further practice is needed. There is a
A Picture dictionary is provided for children to then refer self-assessment box built into each review, so the children can
to whenever necessary. A suitable point to use the Picture express how well they feel they are progressing.
dictionary would be at the end of each unit. Fluency development
Songs and chants A sense of achievement and a sense of autonomy are essential
Every unit in Tiếng Anh Family and Friends National Edition ingredients in promoting communicative competence and
contains a song for children to practice the new language, as fluency. The Fluency Time! lessons in Tiếng Anh Family and
well as vocabulary and phonics chants. Friends National Edition give learners the opportunity to
Melody and rhythm are an essential aid to memory. By singing, personalize the language they learn and to practice speaking
children can overcome fears and shyness while practicing together in pairs and groups, to play games using the new
language in a joyful and harmonious way together. Songs language and to create their own dialogues, and to help boost
and chants are also fun and motivating activities that can add their confidence and motivate them in the classroom.
movement to the lessons, creating meaningful opportunities It is important for language in the classroom to be
for children with different learning styles. meaningful and functional, so that learners can see how the
Games language they are learning can be applied to everyday life.
When learners are able to use the language they learn to
Games provide a natural context for language practice and communicate in a realistic situation, or to interact socially with
are very effective for teaching children. Games promote others, they feel a sense of purpose in their learning.
the development of wider cognitive skills such as memory
sequencing, motor skills, and deductive skills. If required due Fluency Time!
to large classes or limited space, games in Tiếng Anh Family Syllabus
and Friends National Edition can take place at the children’s The syllabus for the Everyday English phrases is based, in part,
tables or desks with a minimum of classroom disruption. There on the Cambridge English Examinations syllabus. Other useful
is a Games Bank at the end of the Teacher’s Guide, which is phrases, which reflect daily life, have also been included. For
referred to where a game is suggested in the teacher’s notes.
learners who are preparing for the Cambridge exams, this will
Classroom management provide additional preparation and practice for the speaking
Children learn best when the atmosphere in the classroom is parts of the exam, but for those not taking the exams, the
relaxed, happy, and well-ordered. Everyday English phrases will be equally useful and applicable
Success is a great motivator. Try to make every child feel to the situations they may face in the future.
successful and praise their attempt enthusiastically. Children Each of the Fluency Time! lessons in Tiếng Anh Family and
should be familiar with expressions such as, Good work! Good Friends National Edition consist of an Everyday English page
job! Excellent try! You did that very well! followed by a CLIL lesson.
Errors need to be corrected but use positive and tactful • The Everyday English pages teach phrases in a meaningful
feedback so that children are not afraid of making mistakes. context through mini stories in a meaningful context, and
If a child makes a mistake, say Good try. Try again, then model provide practice of the new language through a listening
the correct answer for the child to repeat. Avoid using words activity and a speaking activity, providing gradual transition
such as No or That’s wrong, as these can create negative from receptive to productive skills.
associations to learning. • CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) refers to
Establish a clear and consistent set of classroom rules and teaching subjects (such as science, math, art, geography)
ensure that all children know what to expect. Always praise through a foreign language. CLIL increases motivation by
good behavior so that bad behavior does not become a presenting language in natural, real-life contexts, which
means of gaining attention. interests students and encourages them to communicate.
Assessment The CLIL lessons in Tiếng Anh Family and Friends National
Edition enable students to learn cross-curricular content and
Students’ progress can be evaluated through formal testing, English simultaneously.
ongoing assessment, and self-assessment. For formal testing, All of the CLIL lessons in Tiếng Anh Family and Friends National
there are seven unit tests, and one end-of-year test provided Edition focus on a school subject. The content areas are
in the Printable Resources on the Family and Friends National carefully chosen to be interesting to students, while at the
Edition Website. Together, these cover the target language same time not overwhelming them with too much new
from the course. information.
Self-assessment tests are also available on the Website. These Students are introduced to the subject topic and new
allow teachers the possibility of continuously assessing vocabulary is pre-taught through a vocabulary presentation
students’ progress, and provide feedback for teachers on areas activity, supplemented by flashcards. The students read a text
that need further practice. based on the lesson topic and complete a comprehension
The Printable Resources also provide practice material for the activity. A critical thinking activity is always included so that
Cambridge English Qualifications, the Pearson Test of English students can personalize the topic and the new language.
exams, and TOEFL exams. The Workbook also includes clearly The CLIL worksheets in the Printable Resources provide
labeled exam practice tasks based on standard task types from further practice of the new language through reading, writing,
these three exam suites. listening, and speaking activities, ensuring that the students
The Student Book Review lessons can also be used as progress have plenty of practice of the new language and all content in
tests to check how much the children have learned and to all four skills.

8 Introduction