There are lots and lots of youth learning English in the communities where we live. So, we thought we would take the opportunity to help them practice...and give us a break from having to speak Spanish :) Last Sunday, we hosted the first of many "English Nights." About 25 people 
showed up! Some are just starting out in their English studies, and others are pretty much
fluent. We wanted to encourage them in their studies, and give them an environment to practice what they are learning in their classes. The only rule for the night...NO speaking Spanish...3 strikes and you are out. The activity for the night was charades!! None of them had ever played before...but Dominicans love drama, so they caught on really quickly. We tried to introduce them to some new words they may not be learning in class...some more useful than others...popsicle, rainbow, first date, telephone pole (Elliott's idea), garbage truck, etc. Then we ended the night with an American favorite...Bomb Pops!Our next English night is scheduled for December 7....Christmas theme! Anyone have any ideas for games or activities??
7 comments:
The first English night was awesome. Can't wait for the Christmas edition.
blog approved. :) wish i could be there on dec. 7!
i would like to witness these english partes! how fun!
you should go caroling around cielo. that would be some awesome english practice... then hot chocolate and make gingerbread houses?!?! wish i could be there!
white elephant party! oh, i miss you both dearly and love reading the updates. praying for you.. amor!
By the way, Lindsey, I am SO happy for you and Elliot ;) I just happened across your blog and wanted to say hello!! Love, Robin
I seem to remember a few nights in good old W-S when Elliot decided to create charades clues. In short, they were ridiculous. :) I think I remember one being "asparagus". Who has that as a charades clue? Love ya
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