Subject Guides: Teaching with Games: Language Learning

Learning English

Practice Makes Perfect: English Vocabulary Games by Chris Gunn Challenge yourself while learning English with this engaging workbook of fun activities. English-language learning doesn't have to just be grammar-based drills and exercises. In Practice Makes Perfect: English Vocabulary Games, units are organized around themes, then supported by different kinds of games. These can all easily be adapted for a classroom setting, but are designed for the independent self-study. Answer keys are provided as well as brief glossaries. Organized thematically (for easier vocabulary retention) and in increasing difficulty A variety of games and puzzles: crosswords, word searches, word jumbles, etc. A break from traditional English language instruction that's fun but effective.
ISBN: 9780071820721

Learning French

Mes 1ers mots d'anglais, jeu d'association = My 1st French words, association game
A card-matching game for French students learning English vocabulary, or for English students learning French vocabulary.
Ages 4 and above, for 2 or more players.

Learning Spanish

Verb Ingos
Interactive activities in Spanish, including flash cards, bingo cards, pictures and an instruction booklet.

Learning Italian

Tombola Illustrata
Includes cards and instruction leaflet. Grades K-7.

Learning Indigenous Languages

Anishinaabemo = speak Ojibwe : an Ojibwe language card game
Ages 5 and up.For 2-8 players. Duration of play: 30 minutes.
Blackfeet language : flashcards : a Blackfeet language card game
For 2-5 players. Duration of play: 15 minutes.
Images and matching words challenge the player to move beyond the English language and immerse themselves in the Blackfeet language.
Ages 3 and up.
Ponoka Ipsstao'kíwa = Elk has moved in! : a Blackfeet language card game, Education edition
For 2-6 players. Duration of play: 15 minutes.
As you build your house, the last thing you want is a Ponoka inside. Get Ponoka out of your house by trapping him and putting him in an opponent's house.
Ages 7 and up.
Ingodwewaan : Ojibwe language matching card game
For 2-6 players. Duration of play: 10 minutes.
Ages 3 and up.
A'pístíotakí = Make : a Blackfeet language card game, Education edition
For 2-6 players. Duration of play: 40 minutes.
Learn about the language and culture of the Blackfoot people through this game about making and selling items at market.
Ages 8 and up.
Iíníí sáíksísaat! = Buffalo stampede : a Blackfeet language card game
For 2-8 players. Duration of play: 15 minutes.
Ages 8 and up.
Iínííwaahkaat = Picking berries : an Blackfeet language card game
For 2-8 players. Duration of play: 30 minutes.
Learn about the language and culture of the Blackfeet People while playing this trading game about gathering food and feeding your people.
Ages 5 and up.
Asigibii'iganan : numbers
Play this classic game and learn your numbers in the Ojibwe language!
For ages 7 and above.
Ohkstoksin : numbers!
Play this classic game and learn your numbers in the Blackfeet language!
For ages 7 and above, for 2 to 4 players.
Blackfeet language matching card game
Enjoy the challenge of remembering where matching tiles are placed, while learning Blackfeet words and their associated images!
For children aged 5 and above, for 1 or 2 players.
Giigoonh! = Go fish! : an Ojibwe language card game
For 2-6 players. Duration of play: 15 minutes. A fresh take on a classic card game. Learn Ojibwe vocabulary while making the most pairs.
Ages 3 and up.

Japanese/English

Language Lotto: A Fun and Educational Mini-Book Set and Bingo Game in Japanese and English
Tape contains complete bilingual vocabulary for the game. 2-30 players. Ages 5+

Arabic/English

Language Lotto: A Fun and Educational Bingo Game in Arabic and English
Tape contains complete bilingual vocabulary, recorded with native speakers, to be used in playing this game.

Spanish/English

Language Lotto: Spanish and English
Game for up to 8 players contains a bilingual tape, recorded with native speakers, and includes complete vocabulary for animals, nature, clothing, transportation, household objects, numbers, expressions, days of the week, months of the year, and colors. Excellent for ESL students since both game and cassette have English translations.