Flash cards are a simple, versatile, yet often under exploited
resource. I would like to offer some reasons for using flash cards and a
selection of activities for use in the Young Learner classroom, although
some of the activities could also be used with fun-loving, lower level adult
classes. For children at reading age, flash cards can be used in
conjunction with word cards. These are simply cards that display the written
word. Word cards should be introduced well after the pictorial cards so as not
to interfere with correct pronunciation. words for the flash card has been downloaded from the internet and printed from computer.
Flash cards are a really handy resource to have
and can be useful at every stage of the class. They are a great way to present,
practice and recycle vocabulary and when students become familiar with the
activities used in class, they can be given out to early-finishers to use in
small groups.
Activities for using flash cards
Memory Activities
·
Memory Tester
o Place a selection of flash cards on the floor in
a circle.
o Students have one minute to memorize the cards.
o In groups, they have two minutes to write as
many of the names as they can remember.
This activity highlights the impact of visual aids. It really
proves that the images 'stick' in students' minds.
Identification Activities
·
Reveal the word
o Cover the flash card or word card with a piece
of card and slowly reveal it.
o Students guess which one it is.
o Once the card is shown, chorally drill the word
with the group using different intonation and silly voices to keep it fun. Vary
the volume too, whisper and shout the words. Children will automatically copy
your voice.
o Alternatively, flip the card over very quickly
so the children just get a quick glimpse.
o Repeat until they have guessed the word.
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