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Toys, toys, toys: Part 1 - Conversation Practice

Level 1 – Unit 7 – Pre-A1 English for children aged 5-12 – The learning objective for this set of videos is as follows: Toys - I've got a (plane). I haven't got a (robot).

Tips for Parents

  • Here's how to talk to your child about it

    You learned about toys and conversation. Saying what toys you have and don't have. Practicing talking about them with friends.

  • Some activities you can do with your child now

    - Ask your child to talk about their favorite toy, just like Kim and Alice did with their toys. Encourage them to describe the toy's features, colors, or any special abilities. - Have a conversation with your child about what toys they have and don't have, similar to how Kim and Alice talked about their toys. This can help improve their communication skills and vocabulary. - Play a color-changing game with your child using toys, like Jim Fashion Kid's superpower. This can be a fun way to reinforce color recognition and creativity. - Encourage your child to practice polite phrases like "please say that again" or "thank you" during playtime, inspired by the conversations between Kim and Alice. This can help them learn manners and social skills.

  • Pretend play with your child

    GAME NAME: Toy Swap Surprise GAME INSTRUCTIONS: Take turns describing imaginary toys you have (e.g., a robot, a plane) using different colors. Encourage your child to listen carefully and respond by describing their own toys with new colors. Practice conversation skills and imaginative play together.

  • 1 take away from the video for your child

    Be grateful for what you have, like Kim appreciating her toys. Value what you have instead of focusing on what you don't.