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The primary English teacher's guide
238 pages
A reassuring, comprehensive mentor-in-a-book that transforms the daunting task of teaching young learners into an organized, inspiring practice.
What it feels like
Reading this guide feels like sitting down with a team of veteran educators who genuinely want you to succeed. The pace is steady and methodical, allowing you to absorb complex pedagogical theories without ever feeling bogged down by academic jargon. Instead, the atmosphere is deeply supportive and purposeful, grounding lofty ideas like multiple intelligences and cultural awareness in the messy, vibrant reality of a primary classroom. The prose is crystal clear, prioritizing actionable advice and practical reassurance over stylistic flourish. It is a book that meets you where you are—whether you are a nervous trainee or a seasoned teacher looking to refresh your practice—leaving you feeling equipped, inspired, and ready to step confidently to the front of the room.
- Mood
- supportive
- purposeful
- structured
- Tone
- authoritative
- encouraging
- practical
- professional
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- professional development · pedagogical foundations · classroom management · cross-cultural awareness
- The writing
- Clear, methodical, and highly accessible, designed to deliver complex pedagogical theories as actionable classroom strategies.
- The arc
- Moves from a sense of daunting responsibility to a feeling of grounded confidence and practical readiness.
- Who it's for
- Educators, trainees, and teacher trainers seeking a reliable, comprehensive foundation for teaching English to young learners.
About the book
The Primary English Teacher's Guide is a definitive guide to teaching English as a foreign language at primary level. As well as providing an in-depth analysis of teaching techniques and learning strategies, it gives teachers plenty of practical suggestions on selecting materials, lesson planning, managing the classroom and using resources effectively. This thoroughly revised edition covers the most recent developments in language-learning theories and approaches including learning to learn, harnessing multiple intelligences, developing cultural awareness, and making links with other areas of the primary curriculum. • Ideal for teachers, teacher trainers and trainees • Brand new chapters on teaching culture, effective record keeping and assessment, using technology, and managing parental involvement • Combines theory and practice using many examples from real classrooms around the world • Includes a special focus on professional development
Description from Open Library.
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