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Formal vs. Informal Language Activity

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Formal or Informal? directions: students sort words and phrases into formal and informal groups, then explain the sorting
Read aloud to introduce the sorting task
Formal vs informal language sorting mat: formal is for public notices and business; informal is for friends and family
Mat for small groups to glue or place phrase cards
Formal or informal phrase cards: 12 sayings to cut and sort, such as 'Hello, nice to meet you.' and 'Hey, what's up?'
Cut apart before the lesson; one set per group
Formal and informal language reflection: students list traits of each, when they would use each, and how the two differ
Exit ticket after the sort to check understanding
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Subject

ELA, Language Development, ESL

Grades

Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3

Types

Activities

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PDF

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About This Product

This activity is great for helping students understand the difference between formal and informal language. It can be used to help them understand how to use language appropriately in different situations.

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Speaking and Listening

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