Integrating games into the classroom isn't just about "fun"—it's about creating a low-stress environment where students actually want to communicate. In the 3rd edition of from the Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers series, Wright, Betteridge, and Buckby provide a goldmine of practical activities designed to spark genuine interaction. Why This Edition Matters
Students must talk to each other to find missing pieces of a puzzle.
Since its first release, this book has been a staple for ESL/EFL educators. The third edition refines classic activities and adds new ones that reflect modern teaching needs. It categorizes games by their primary linguistic focus, making it easy to find a "five-minute filler" or a full-lesson activity. Core Strengths of the Handbook: Games for Language Learning, 3rd Edition (Cambr...
The activities prioritize "meaningful use" over rote repetition. Students learn to use the language to solve a puzzle, win a race, or uncover a secret.
Each entry includes clear instructions, required materials, and the specific language points (like past tense or prepositions) being practiced. Sample Game Categories: Integrating games into the classroom isn't just about
Games for Language Learning proves that play is a serious tool for acquisition. It helps break down the "affective filter," allowing students to forget they are "studying" and start simply communicating.
Classical "20 Questions" style tasks that force students to use descriptive adjectives and question structures. Since its first release, this book has been
Most games require little more than a chalkboard, some scrap paper, or a few simple props.