This activity is for beginner-elementary level very young learners. It has been taken from Vocabulary Activities, part of the Oxford Basics for Children series, and is intended for learners under the age of 7. You can download it below, under Attachment.

The vocabulary activities in this book are based on the idea that children apply many of the same skills they used for acquiring their first language when they are learning a second language.

Each activity is described as part of a lesson and is based on the following beliefs:

• vocabulary activities should be appropriate for the different stages of development of very young learners or young learners
• activities are more effective when children are active, enjoy what they are doing, and have a sense of ownership and involvement.

They should also:

• encourage children to listen in order to respond
• allow for individual attention
• offer the opportunity to develop children's confidence
• make use of realia (real objects) and visuals — from inside and outside the classroom
• offer variety in the use of the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing)