Annita balances her roles as a writing instructor for younger multilingual learners of English and an academic at the University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. As the author of the TESOL No-Prep Activity Cards: Literacy—Small cards, Big impact—she enjoys making learning fun and not a chore through combining creativity, scholarship, and innovation. Her research focuses on the impact of mediation, self-regulation, and collaboration on second language development.
How to Make Repetitive Tasks Enjoyable in ELT Primary Classrooms: Reflection-for-Action
Discover three creative strategies to make repetitive tasks enjoyable in primary ELT classrooms. Learn how gamification, activity variation, and reflection practices can boost engagement, fluency, and accuracy while keeping young learners motivated and excited to learn.
2 Icebreakers for Kids—With Lively and Calm Options
Looking for fun ways to kick off your lessons and build connections? Whether you're boosting energy or keeping things low-key, these activities help primary school–age learners engage through creativity and communication, making your classroom a space for meaningful interaction.