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It is important for English Language Learners (ELL) to have support from both their teachers and parents. There are many ways a student can improve their English skills, but the most important way to improve is by practicing the language. Read through this page to learn more strategies to help ELL students do their best in class.
Here are some good books that ELL children can read and find relatable. Click on the image for a read-aloud version:
My Language, Your Language by Lisa Bullard
Camila is new in class and she speaks Spanish. When she begins to teach the language to a classmate, her friend begins to wonder what other languages people speak. Her family uses English and American Sign Language, but her mom's friends know Somali and Arabic. Will she be able to discover other languages in her city? How do these languages differ or resemble each other?
I Hate English by Ellen Levine
Mei Mei's family moves to New York from Hong Kong. She finds it is difficult to adjust
to her new school and learn English. Mei Mei is afraid of losing her identity if she
learns English until a kind teacher shows her that by knowing both languages,
she can still be herself.
Activities in the Classroom
To help ELL students feel that the classroom is inclusive, allow all students who speak another language than English to share that language with the class. Compare words and see if the different languages resemble each other at all. Consider sharing one word each day from different languages.
To help ELL students feel that the classroom is inclusive, allow all students who speak another language than English to share that language with the class. Compare words and see if the different languages resemble each other at all. Consider sharing one word each day from different languages.
Homework Tips for Parents of ELL Students
Homework can be difficult, especially when a student is still learning English. Here are a few helpful tips for ELL students' homework.
•Help your child get organized: give them a folder for all homework assignments
•Create a routine so your child's homework is finished each night
•Show your child that you value the importance of their homework
•Limit distractions by designating a quiet spot in the home for schoolwork to be done
•Don't be afraid to use your native language to discuss assignments with your child
•Use resources at your local library such as the computers or books
•Talk with your child's teacher, bringing an interpreter if necessary
Helping ELL Students Feel Welcome
Teachers showing tolerance and empathy will help other students see that ELL students should be treated with respect
Ensuring that students maintain fluency in their primary language so they are able to keep their identity and remain bilingual into adulthood
Having ELL students share their language with other students by writing a poem or creating artwork that features the language in calligraphy
Resources for ELL Students to Improve Their English
English Vocabulary Test https://freerice.com/categories/english-vocabulary
Everything You've Ever Wanted to Learn About English https://www.ef.com/wwen/english-resources/
Educational Games https://www.abcya.com/
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