ENGLISH FOR GERMAN SPEAKERS PRESENT TENSE TASK CARDS

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English present simple tense English present continuous tense task cards for German-speaking learners of English

These English present tense task cards focus on the use of the present simple and present continuous / progressive tense in English. The language level is advanced beginner English into intermediate English. These kinds of question card activities are perfect for language learners, really helping to create a lively language learning environment. Students can develop, embed, reinforce and refresh their developing knowledge of two key forms of the present tense in English in a cooperative, communicative and interactive way, independently of the teacher.

The cards have a bonus multi-skill focus on listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading and spelling in English. They’re great for helping students familiarise themselves with, and develop competence in, speaking, reading, writing and spelling in English in general, and certainly in the use of these tenses in particular. The cards are useful not only when you’re focusing on this particular grammatical concept, but also as an all-year-round starter, plenary and general ‘pick-me-up’ activity, as the goal is not simply to practise using the tenses, but also to enjoy working with English, and to feel confident about doing so. The questions range in complexity and challenge, and it can be useful to read through the questions with the whole class first to check everyone is able to access the language, and therefore the activity, successfully.

The resource comprises the following non-editable files:

36 differentiated question cards, 6 per A4 (8.5 x 11) paper. Print, laminate and cut out. Laminating is definitely worth the extra prep time and expense, as they’re far more learner-friendly, and they last in good condition for years.

answer recording sheet - we often also just use our class workbooks for this, particularly for this set, as the sentences are fairly long, so their class workbooks give them plenty of space to write.

answer key Answer keys are an essential element of this kind of learning activity, as they provide learners with an additional opportunity to engage with language and help them develop more independence in their learning.

question cards template for students to apply their knowledge practically and creatively, putting questions together for each other - this is a really challenging and popular activity, and essential for successful language learning.

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