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1. Champion

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   In this song, Hawaiian singer and pastor David “Kawika” Kahiapo plays the slack key guitar (ki ho’alu). Download the song or listen online.

2. Classroom Activities

   In: English Teaching Forum 2013, Volume 51, Number 4 Format(s): Text

   This section presents three stand-alone English language-learning activities related to boats.

3. Count Your Sheep

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   When would a person count sheep? When he or she is trying to fall asleep! Check out this great song called "Count Your Sheep" by ukulele player and singer Daniel Ho and singer Bridgette Bryant. Download the MP3!

4. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): Text

   Jazz musician Kermit Ruffins performs along with a talented group of children in Breakfast Lunch and Dinner. Download the song and classroom activities.

5. We Dig Worms

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   In this folk song, singer Zach Ladin reminds listeners young and old of the importance of all creatures in nature. Download the song or listen online!

6. Beyond the Gap Fill: Dynamic Song Activities for Song in the EFL Classroom

   In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 1 Format(s): Text

   This author presents variable and stimulating activities using songs to encourage students to connect with language.

7. Annenberg Learner

   Format(s): Website

   Annenberg Learner focuses on both the teacher and student as learners. The Annenberg Learner website offers lesson plans and activities for English learners.

8. Integrating Language Skills through a Dictogloss Procedure

   In: English Teaching Forum 2014, Volume 52, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   The co-authors of this article present interactive and student-centered dictogloss activities as alternatives to dictation exercises.

9. VOA American Stories

   Format(s): MP3, Website

   Voice of America's weekly multimedia series of American short stories for English language learners. Each story will have video,audio, quizzes, and a lesson plan for teachers.

10. VOA: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    In: VOA American Stories Format(s): MP3, Video, Website

    In the U.S., October is famous for Halloween. One way to celebrate this holiday is by reading or listening to a famous spooky American classic via Voice of America. There’s even a lesson plan for teachers!

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