Learn English Articles, A Quick review

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Learn English Articles in Writing Class

 

Learning how to use definite and indefinite articles is not easy for ESL students. There are so many different rules and exceptions.  This quick review might help. It provides a simple explanation for six common rules about A/AN and THE.

ESL Writing Activity #1

Click to get the article grammar explanations, worksheet and answers.

ESL Writing Activity #2

Need an extension activity? This picture prompt can be used to combine two tasks. Ask students to write a short story based on the pictures. Tell students they should pay close attention to their use of articles in the story.

Six Sentences that Strengthen Style and Structure

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Every teacher needs an ESL creative writing activity that builds strong writing habits without overwhelming students. Six Sentences is a short, high-impact ESL writing lesson that trains learners to focus on clarity, word choice, and narrative flow. Because students must work within a tight structure, this activity encourages careful thinking, richer vocabulary, and stronger control of English grammar. It also works well with creative ESL prompts, ESL classroom activities, and even conditional writing practice if you choose to extend the task.

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Simple & Effective ESL Writing Activity: Teach List Poems

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If you want an ESL creative writing activity that builds confidence, encourages original ideas, and works in almost any classroom setting, then you should teach list poems. This simple poetry format gives students room to experiment while still offering structure. It’s a perfect balance for an ESL writing lesson. Even better, it naturally supports creative ESL prompts, ESL writing practice, and flexible levels of scaffolding for high-beginner to advanced learners.

This article walks you through why list poems work so well, how to teach the activity step by step, and optional extensions for learners who need more challenge or repetition.

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