Delivering subject content through nine life themes
This page provides links to an eclectic mix of thought-provoking and information-rich websites relevant to life-based learning.
Many of them are websites with teaching resources for immediate use. Others were particularly helpful when putting together this website.
All of them demonstrate an interest in children being involved in life-based learning.
Please note that a link here is not an endorsement of the concept of LBL.
An article from Oracy Cambridge about the effective use of paralanguage in teaching
An article from the Theatrefolk website about teaching children body language
An excellent page from BBC Teach about teaching speaking and listening, with downloadable resources
Advice for teachers on speaking and listening from the Cult of Pedagogy website
Advice, information and resources for parents and professionals
Resources to support teachers in measuring progress in spoken language
Information about the work of this coalition of over 50 not-for-profit organisations
An article about “how to read and use body language to build better relationships at home and work”
An article about the importance of children being read to at home
Another article from a site about developing key life skills
A website packed with ideas to make all aspects of storytelling fun