any ideas on how to tesch young learners alphabet and prepositions?(they are foreign language learners)

alphabet and Prepositions? I don't know if I would teach both at the same time. One has to learn to eat solid foods before taking on cakes.

Alphabet: If the kids are very young, songs work well.

Prepositions: Use a Picture of a rock. Then put preposition around the rock (above, below, in, thru, from)

The word "English" has a capital E on it. All names of languages do. If you're going to teach English, then you need to set a perfect example for your students.

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Go into the Kids link to see if there's anything there you can use.

http://www.everythingesl.net/
Start with the easy links.

http://www.sdkrashen.com/SL_Acquisition_and_Learning/index.html
This online book goes into the theory and practice of teaching a second language to others -- from children on up.

Thank you:)I don't have to teach them both at the same time.Next week I have to teach them the alphabet.It is actually a revision.

Bobpursley is right -- use songs and all kinds of visuals. You not only want them to learn the alphabet, but also the sound(s) that each letter represents. Visuals and sound (songs) will help greatly.

Here are 5 ideas on how to teach prepositions to your students:

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Try TPR (Total Physical Response) using prepositions. One idea is a box and an object (blackboard eraser works) = put it ON, BESIDE, UNDER, IN, etc. Don't be afraid to be creative! Even commands such as "sit DOWN, stand UP, etc.

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When it comes to teaching young learners the alphabet and prepositions, especially as foreign language learners, a combination of interactive and engaging activities is important. Here are some ideas that you can use:

1. Alphabet:
- Use visual aids: Display colorful posters or flashcards of the alphabet on the wall or as handheld cards.
- Sing-along songs: Teach the alphabet through catchy songs and rhymes. There are many available online.
- Letter recognition activities: Play games where children identify and match letters using magnetic letters, puzzles, or letter blocks.
- Letter tracing: Provide worksheets or interactive apps where students can practice tracing the letters.
- Alphabet hunts: Hide alphabet cards or objects around the classroom and have students search for them while saying the corresponding letter.
- Alphabet books: Read alphabet books aloud, focusing on the sound and shape of each letter.

2. Prepositions:
- Total physical response: Incorporate gestures and body movements to demonstrate prepositions like "in," "on," "under," "behind," etc. Have students act out the meaning of each preposition.
- Picture cards or flashcards: Show pictures representing different prepositions and have students identify the correct preposition that matches the picture.
- Props and objects: Use real objects or toys to demonstrate prepositions. For example, place a toy car on, under, or beside a table to illustrate the meaning.
- Preposition games: Create interactive games such as Simon says, where students have to perform actions based on prepositions given by the teacher or their peers.
- Preposition stories: Tell simple stories that involve prepositions, and have students act out the story or draw pictures to illustrate the different prepositions used.

Remember to keep the activities age-appropriate, fun, and interactive to engage young learners effectively. Incorporating multi-sensory approaches and repetition will also enhance their understanding and retention.