English in Action Storyteller
English in Action Storyteller
is an intermediate-level text that encourages genuine communication
while incorporating listening, speaking, reading and writing in every
lesson. The goal of language learning is communication in either
written or oral form. English in Action Storyteller seeks to
engage students in reaching that goal by encouraging them to use
English as much as possible, not simply to know more about it. Students
will be asked to describe, summarize, retell, ask, explain, reason,
compare, contrast, negotiate, predict and draw, as well as write about
and read their own personal experiences. The Bible stories in the text are intended to connect with the students' personal experiences. The first six chapters focus on issues related to the immediate family. Chapter seven represents a shift to the extended family and societal issues such as prejudice, marriage, crossing cultural barriers and work. These stories are a loose paraphrase of biblical events with some embellishments to enhance language learning.
"English in Action Storyteller is a valuable resource to help intermediate learners improve their English skills through storytelling. It will be a useful tool in ESOL outreach ministries."
-Dr. Cheri Pierson
Assistant Professor, Intercultural Studies/TESOL
Wheaton College
"Storytelling is a great way to develop vocabulary, comprehension and reading skills. Each story in English in Action Storyteller has application to real life in any culture and also provides opportunity to discuss spiritual issues."
-Terri Hughes, SEND Coordinator
"We used English in Action Storyteller at our family English camp where we had over 180 in attendance. I found the techniques of weaving Bible stories with modern stories a very dynamic way to teach English.
-Tom Sampley
Field Leader, "Common Grounds"
Prague, Czech Republic
The English in Action Storyteller Teacher's Manual equips facilitators, even those with little prior teaching experience, with the following:
- an introduction to the material and the teaching philosophy it employs
- a multitude of techniques for teaching stories and vocabulary
- suggestions for adapting the material to the level and needs of the students
- detailed explanations and suggestions on how to teach every component of the student book
- chapter-by-chapter notes that will stimulate genuine communication among students
Student Workbook
Teacher's Manual