All the Colours of the Rainbow
The Longest Sentence
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This activity can be adapted to all ages by simply changing the base sentence. When working with children, I generally choose a funny sentence that gives students an image to work with while creating the sentence, e.g. The snake loves sandwiches. The object of the activity is to make a long sentence by adding adjectives to describe the snake and the sandwich. This can be done by using a while board, squares of paper or Cuisenaire Rods. Cuisenaire Rods are usually associated with teaching math, but also make a useful tool in teaching languages. |
1. Display the base sentence so the class can see
it. 2. Illustrate
how students can add words to make the sentence longer.
3. Students
next take turns adding words to the sentence to make
it longer and longer. Each time a new word is added,
the class repeats the sentence. If there is an error
in the order in which the word is placed in the sentence,
the teacher can gently put it in its correct place
or invite the student to try another position.
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by adding pink to The snake loves sandwiches.
We get The pink snake loves sandwiches.
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