"With 100 game ideas"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 215-216) and index.

Preface

Chapter 1: In search of an approach

Chapter 2: Child-centered learning

Chapter 3: A child-centered lesson

Chapter 4: Games and songs

Chapter 5: Listening and speaking

Chapter 6: Reading and writing

Chapter 7: The learning environment

Chapter 8: Classroom management

Chapter 9: Being an effective teacher

Chapter 10: Looking into the future

Chapter 11: A child-centered approach for Asia

Games bank

"Teaching English to Children in Asia is a hands-on resource for teachers of elementary school children written especially for the Asian EFL classroom. Written in an easy-to-read style suitable for both new and experienced teachers of children, this user-friendly book is full of ideas and suggestions that provide the teacher with the tools to teach a child-centered lesson. Teaching English to Children in Asia offers: An introduction to the theory and practical applications of child-centered learning and child-centered teaching techniques; Step-by-step points on how to select, adapt, and set up meaningful and communicative language games and songs; Advice and suggestions on classroom organization and lesson planning. A range of ideas and strategies on managing class behavior; A comprehensive bank of 100 practical games and activities to use in class." (Back Cover)

"This book is written for teachers or student teachers of Asian elementary school children aged 6-12, in situations where the children have little time each week to learn English." (Preface).