Overview
German Pen Pals Made Easy provides an easy way for pupils to communicate in German with other German speakers. It contains fill-in-the-gap letters, so even pupils just beginning to learn German can have the satisfaction of being able to communicate effectively in German.

For the teacher, German Pen Pals Made Easy:

• Does not require fluency
• Is time-saving - little or no preparation is required. English translations of the letters are included, as are lists of vocabulary, key grammar points and extension ideas
• Links with the KS2 Framework for language teaching
• Has inherent cross-curricular links to geography, history and ICT
• Supplements, consolidates and revised course work.

For the pupil, German Pen Pals Made Easy:

• Is easy to follow
• Is realistic. The pupil realizes that German can be used for real-life communication and not just in an artificial situation
• Instills confidence. they can communicate effectively at a basic level
• Helps to foster positive attitudes towards foreign language learning
• Facilitates intercultural understanding. The pupil can learn about German culture through a German peer
• And, of course, it is a fun and wonderful way to make a new friend!

Guidance for Use

German Pen Pals Made Easy has been developed for use with children at primary school or early lower secondary school (KS2 - KS3).

Full teaching notes are provided and this is a suitable resource for a non-specialist teacher.

This product is licensed for photocopying for educational purposes by the purchasing institution.

For use with KS2 / KS3

ISBN 9781905780433

Paperback, 60pp, 280 x 210mm