Santa Christmas Craft ✂️ What children do This activity supports: 📥 Download 👉 Download the printable PDF here: The PDF includes: Print page 2 on A4 paper. 🗣️ Useful English for the classroom Parents and teachers can use simple English while doing the craft: 👶 Age guidance © Copyright & Usage © Rebecca – All … Read more
English Tenses: When to Use Each One (A simple guide) PRESENT TENSES 1. Present Simple Use for: 2. Present Continuous Use for: 3. Present Perfect Use for: 4. Present Perfect Continuous Use for: PAST TENSES 5. Past Simple Use for: 6. Past Continuous Use for: 7. Past Perfect Use for: 8. Past Perfect Continuous Use … Read more
Going to vs Will Both going to and will talk about the future, but we use them in different situations. 1. GOING TO – plans & things we have already decided Use going to when: Examples 2. WILL – decisions made now + promises + offers + predictions Use will when: Examples Decisions made now … Read more
Download Your Burglar/Thief Mask 🎭 [Download Burglar Mask PDF]© 2025 Start Smart English. For personal/classroom use only. Do not redistribute. Burglar/Thief Mask Activity Bring a playful twist to your ESL classroom! Activity Description:This fun, interactive game helps students practice English vocabulary, simple commands, and speaking in full sentences. How to Play: Vocabulary Practiced: Why Kids … Read more
Hugo’s Halloween! It’s Halloween night! Hugo the owl has found a big, smiling pumpkin and put on his witch’s hat. Let’s colour, learn new words, and have some spooky fun in English! 👉[Download the Colouring Page (PDF)] 1. Learn New WordsTeach your child these words before or while colouring:pumpkinJack o’ lanternwitchhatHalloweenowlstarsnight 2. Follow Colour Instructions … Read more
Autumn Leaf Hair Face I originally tried this activity with my own toddler and loved how creative and engaging it was. I then introduced it in my ESL classes for children, and it has been a hit every time! This simple, child-friendly craft is perfect for practising vocabulary while having fun with autumn leaves, and … Read more
🧪 Potion Sensory Play 🖨️ Free Printables:🧾 A5 Potion Labels + A4 Cauldron Template© Start Smart English — Free for personal and classroom use.Not for resale or redistribution. What You Need: 🎯 Focus / Learning Goals: 💡 How We Use It:I stick the cauldron printout to the box and place a pot inside. Potion labels … Read more
Sensory Activity Free Resources Hands-on English learning through creativity and imagination! These printables are designed to bring my sensory play ideas to life — from potion-making to treasure hunts and themed discovery bins.They support language learning through movement, play, and exploration.You’re welcome to download and use these materials for personal or classroom use, but please … Read more
Halloween 2025 Sensory Bin 👀What’s Inside:Orange rice, plastic spiders, stretchy worms, mini cauldrons, tweezers, rakes, spades, and magnifying glasses. 🎯 Focus / Learning Goals: 💡 Why I Choose It:This Halloween-themed bin gives students a fun and tactile way to explore seasonal vocabulary while engaging their senses. The combination of textures, colours, and props encourages curiosity … Read more
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