English Learner

Welcome to the Virtual Learning University page for English Learners! We’re so glad you’re here! Below are some activities to challenge and keep you learning throughout the summer. If you are unable to complete the challenges below for any reason, feel free to adjust the activity to meet your learner's specific needs. Happy Learning!

Challenge 1: Keep practicing and learning English at home

Sign up on Duolingo to practice English. Whether beginner or advanced, set a goal to practice from 5 to 15 minutes a day.

Challenge 2: Make Your Own Summer English Dictionary

Listen to a story in English from the list below. As you listen, write down new English words you learned. Draw a picture to help you remember what it means. Keep track of the new words you learn here.

Primary: BrightlyStorytime(Youtube)

Primary & Intermediate: Storyline Online

Storynory

Challenge 3: Retelling

Make your favorite food or a new food. Retell the steps you took to make it using the sentences below:

First, I ______________________. Then, ______________. Next, ________________. Last, ___________________.

Looking for ideas? Try one of these summer treats:

Homemade Ice Cream

Slushies

Challenge 4: Visit a New Place Virtually

Choose a virtual field trip from the list below. Describe what you saw. Use the sentences below to help you.

The Grand Canyon

A Chocolate Factory

San Diego Zoo

The Johnson Space Station

I visited ______________________. I saw ______________. I noticed ___________________. I learned __________________. I liked ___________. I wonder _______________?

Challenge 5: Learn Something New

Choose to learn about a topic from the list below. Write about what you learned. Use the sentences to help you write.

Polar Bears on the Tundra

I learned _____________. I also learned ____________. It is interesting that ___________. I wonder ___________?

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