When students tell me they are going travelling, I ask them to write a postcard in English & send it to us at school. They often seem nervous about doing it, but I think it`s a good chance to use English in a new way, & a fun challenge. When the student comes back to Teragoya, I say "We got your postcard - great! Thanks!" & they look happy & satisfied. I hope it makes them feel more confident about using English.
We usually display the postcards in the lobby for a while. Recently I noticed kids asking staff "What`s this? A postcard? From who? A student? In English? Wow! Cool!" They really seem impressed that a Japanese person wrote a postcard in English. I hope it motivates them to study & use English themselves.
If you travel overseas, please send a postcard - in English - to your school. I`ll be happy! You`ll feel satisfied! Kids will be impressed!
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