Introduction.

A well-known song and a simple warm-up.

Previewing tasks

This is another example of an action song. Think of other action songs you know which might be used in your English teaching. Would you use these songs for teaching something specific or simply for enjoyment?

Viewing tasks

1. Simon has a different approach to introducing this song compared with the earlier ones? What are these differences?

2. How does he vary the repetition of the words. (How many times do the pupils repeat the song in this sequence?)

Questions for discussion

1 .With what age groups can you use action songslike this one? Can you suggest action songs for different age groups?.

2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using such action songs? Compare this one, for example, with his two earlier ones.

3. What are the specific language points Simon introduces here?

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