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by ESL HIVE
Hero Training - Cycle 1 (C1 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Play like you're playing simon says.
Students listen to easy English actions.
They move and do the action (stand up, touch the door, etc.).
They repeat the commands many times.
Students show their understanding by moving, not speaking.
This routine helps develop listening skills and develop comprehension of everyday English.
Glue It - Cycle 2 (C1 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Students work in pairs and choose who is Student A and Student B.
Student A describes the image in English while Student B glues the pictures at the right place, then they switch roles and Student B describes their image while Student A glues.
Question of the day - Cycle 2-3 (C3 Routines)
by ESL HIVE
Quick writing routine at the start of each class.
Prompts vary: short texts, choices or images.
Builds fluency, confidence, and creativity.
Encourages use of tools like the dictionary.
Teacher gives quick feedback after each writing.
Top 10 - Cycle 2-3 (C1 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Students work in pairs to rank the 10 items from the board.
They must agree on the order : discussion, negotiation, and make concessions.
After a few minutes, do a Top 3 Best and Top 3 Worst.
Fun, fast, and low-pressure speaking practice.
Encourages vocabulary use, giving opinions, and collaboration.
Draw It - Cycle 3 (C1 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Students work in pairs and choose who is Student A and Student B.
Student A describes the image in English for 15 minutes while Student B draws, then they switch roles and Student B describes their image while Student A draws.
Response Journal - Cycle 3 (C1/C2 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Show the photo and read the text.
Ask the factual questions out loud to help students notice important details.
Students work in pairs and look at the
Explore, Connect and Generalize questions on the board.
They talk together to share ideas and think a bit deeper.
In elementary school we mostly evaluate Explore and Connect, but practicing Generalize helps them get ready for high school.
Text & Think - Cycle 3 (C2 Routine)
by ESL HIVE
Students read a short text message.
They answer questions using clues from the text.
Students must think, connect ideas, and explain their reasoning.
Helps construct meaning & show understanding.