Introduction.ntroduction

This sequence shows a fun way of getting pupils to concentrate and of building group cohesion.

Previewing tasks

Can you think of several other activities which you might use to get pupils to concentrate or to build group cohesion? Do these activities involve the use of language?

Viewing tasks

1.What do you notice about Simon's use of voice when he is preparing the pupils for this activity?

2. How is language being practised here?

Questions for discussion

1. What value does an activity like this have?

2. To what extent can we justify calling this a language activity?

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