1. Small Kids (3–4 years old) or Very Beginners
When teaching English to very young learners (ages 3–4) or absolute beginners, the main focus should be on:
🔹 Pronunciation
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Pay attention to final sounds or difficult sounds.
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Model words slowly and clearly.
🔹 Repetition
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Repeating helps kids remember vocabulary.
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Encourage them to say words or short sentences 3–5 times.
🔹 Recognition
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Use flashcards, images, or real objects so kids can recognize and identify vocabulary easily.
🔹 Asking Simple Questions
Introduce simple, clear questions such as:
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Do you like…?
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Do you have…?
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What’s the color of…?
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Why do you like it?
Teachers should:
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Correct pronunciation gently and clearly.
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Provide plenty of opportunities for repetition.
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Practice vocabulary using flashcards, simple mind maps, or real objects.
✨ With this approach, children can learn naturally through practice, repetition, and fun interaction.
🎥 How to Make a Teaching Video for Small Kids (3–4 Years Old)
Step 1: Vocabulary Recognition
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Teacher says the word slowly and clearly.
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Ask kids to identify it with simple questions:
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“Where is the…?”
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“Can you show me the…?”
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Kids listen carefully and respond by pointing, picking up, or giving the right flashcard/object.
Step 2: Vocabulary Production
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Once kids recognize the words, check if they can say them.
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Ask:
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“What is it?”
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“What’s this?”
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Encourage kids to answer with the target word.
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If they don’t remember, model the word and have them repeat 3–5 times.
Step 3: Easy Question Practice
After kids know the words, expand to simple questions for practice:
✅ Yes/No Questions
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“Do you like apples?” → “Yes, I do.” / “No, I don’t.”
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“Do you have a dog?” → “Yes, I do.” / “No, I don’t.”
✅ Why Questions (with simple answers)
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“Why do you like it?”/ Why don't you like it?" → “Because it’s fun/ boring.” / “Because it’s yummy/ yucky.” / “Because it’s cute/ ugly.”
✅ Who Questions
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“Who...?” → “My dad.” / “My mom.” / “My sister.” / “My grandma.”
✅ How Often Questions
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“How often do you eat ice cream?” → “Once a week.” / “Twice a week.” / “Every day.”
✅ Describing Questions
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“Is it big or small?”
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“Is it long or short?”
✨ Use Body Language & Expressions
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Use thumbs up/down to show good/bad, yes/no.
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Use facial expressions (happy, sad, yummy, yucky, cute, ugly).
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Use gestures to give hints (e.g., stretch arms for “big,” pinch fingers for “small”).
✨ Tips for the Video
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Keep it short (5–7 minutes).
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Use colorful flashcards or real objects.
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Speak slowly, clearly, and repeat often.
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Add fun reactions (“Wow!” “Good job!” “Yay!”).
