“Whether your child is in Nursery or Class 5, building English speaking skills early sets the foundation for confident communication. Here are proven, easy-to-follow tips for parents and teachers.”
✅ 1. Create an English-Speaking Environment
- Use simple English phrases at home: “Good morning”, “Please sit”, “Thank you”.
- Label household items (table, door, fridge) with sticky notes.
- Play simple English songs, rhymes, and cartoons (like Peppa Pig, Dora).
✅ 2. Encourage Speaking Without Fear
- Avoid correcting every mistake. Let them speak freely.
- Praise their effort, not just accuracy: “Good try!” or “Well said!”
✅ 3. Read Aloud Together
- Choose age-appropriate picture books and short stories.
- Read line by line, then ask your child to repeat.
- Discuss the story afterward in simple English.
✅ 4. Play Speaking Games
- “I Spy” (e.g., “I spy something red”)
- Role Play: Doctor-patient, shopkeeper-customer
- Story Chain: You start a story, they add the next sentence
✅ 5. Use Technology Smartly
- English learning apps like:
🧒 Lingokids, Khan Kids, Duolingo for Kids - Educational YouTube channels:
📺 Alphablocks, Sesame Street English, British Council Kids
✅ 6. Practice Daily Conversations
- Ask daily questions in English:
- “What did you eat today?”
- “How was school?”
- “What do you want to play?”
✅ 7. Set a ‘Word of the Day’
- Introduce 1 new word every day with meaning and example.
- Use it 3 times during the day.
✅ 8. Join Speaking Circles or English Clubs
- Look for local or online child-friendly speaking groups.
- Let your child listen to others and gradually participate.
✅ 9. Limit Use of Native Language During English Time
- Set 30 minutes daily as “English Only Zone” — during a walk, dinner, or play.
✅ 10. Be a Role Model
- Speak English with confidence yourself.
- Children copy what they see. Be their first English buddy.
📌 Final Tip:
Consistency > Perfection.
Speak a little English every day. Celebrate progress. Don’t force. Let it be fun!
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