Resources for language teachers
The Magic of Language
“The Magic of Language” is an Erasmus+ funded project that provides a board game and classroom materials for language teachers.
The board game develops language skills essential for the era of AI and the innovation economy. The game focuses on:
- Understanding the phenomenon of language;
- Skills for clear and engaging written expression of ideas;
- Skills for verbal expression;
- Skills for critical text comprehension.
The game and materials are suitable for both native and foreign language studies.
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What is "The Magic of Language"?
The Magic of Language is a card game through which students enhance their language skills to a higher level. The goal of the game is for participants to become “Masters of Magic” by completing language tasks and challenges.
The game begins with the “Path of Language,” where young people learn the benefits of language skills through cards and tests. Participants can then choose a training path to become “Masters of Magic” in one of the following areas:
Listening
Speaking
Reading and Critical Thinking
Writing
Complete tasks and challenges to:
- Earn badges by completing 4 tasks or 2 tasks and a challenge.
- Record your progress on a SCORECARD.
- Switch between paths by earning badges.
Become a Master:
- Complete the initial LANGUAGE path and earn 8 badges from other paths.
- Complete 3 challenges from the MYSTICAL PATH.
Why "The Magic of Language"?
From working with over 3,500 young people, we see that many students in grades 9, 10, even 11, and 12 struggle to express their ideas clearly.
Many read texts in their native language but fail to grasp the content and extract the necessary information. Often, when presenting, young people find it difficult to speak fluently, get nervous, and struggle to follow the logic of their presentation.
In the digital age, there are many challenges to developing language skills:
- Early exposure to screens: Hinders cognitive development and critical and abstract thinking.
- Primarily online communication: Creates significant barriers to free face-to-face expression.
- Few discussions and debate opportunities in class: Leads to stereotypes, prejudices, and a lack of critical thinking.
- Young people reading less: Results in a lack of basic skills for information analysis and creative use.
- Rarely writing by hand:
All these factors make it difficult to develop language skills and often lead to cognitive deficits.
Benefits of Developing Higher-Level Language Skills:
Improves cognitive abilities and academic performance.
Increases memory and creativity.
Enhances competitiveness in the job market.
Delays cognitive decline and dementia in later years.
Improves analytical thinking necessary for almost all professions in the knowledge and innovation economy.
Enhances creativity and presentation skills.
Who is "The Magic of Language" For?
The game and tools are designed for teachers of native and foreign languages for students in grades 8-12. The game can be adapted according to the age of the students, as well as the classroom materials. “The Magic of Language” game is also suitable for parents who want to support their child’s development and help them improve their language skills.
Useful resources for language teachers
Explore Nonviolent Communication (NVC) resources for grades 8-11. These activities help students practice identifying and expressing feelings, needs, and requests in real-life scenarios, enhancing empathy, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills. Perfect for fostering personal growth and effective communication in both academic and personal contexts.
There are several files in this activity: teacher’s guide, classroom presentation and 3 student worksheets for 3 activities.
Take students on a reflective journey with ‘The Hero’s Path’ activity. Through exploring personal experiences, favorite characters, and childhood dreams, students gain insights into how their past shapes their identity and future goals. Ideal for building self-awareness and career aspirations in grades 8-11.
There are several files in this activity: teacher’s guide, classroom presentation and student worksheet.
Help students explore their personal values, family influences, and future aspirations with the ‘Tree of Life’ activity. Through creative reflection and group sharing, students develop self-awareness and goal-setting skills. Perfect for fostering personal and professional growth in grades 8-11.
There are several files in this activity: teacher’s guide, classroom presentation and student worksheet.
Engage students in a fun, reflective ‘Catwalk’ activity where peers highlight each other’s strengths using positive adjectives and verbs. This exercise fosters self-awareness, personal growth, and confidence, making it ideal for grades 8-11. Perfect for building self-esteem and promoting personal development.
There is just one file for this activity – teacher’s guide.
Help students explore their unique interests and talents with ‘The Element’ activity. Through guided reflection and group sharing, students identify their passions, hobbies, and skills to better understand how these shape their future goals. Perfect for fostering self-awareness and career planning in grades 8-11.
There are several files in this activity: teacher’s guide, classroom presentation and student worksheet.
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