Dealing with songs in English classes can be an
effective way to learn English and also a way to enhance student’s reliability
on the teacher, provided that they are used with a purpose.
The way the teacher is going to deal with a song in
class will depend on some points, like the reason for using that specific song,
the student’s level, the lyrics themselves, the resources available at school
and also the time available in the course schedule.
Teachers can find some activities on the Internet
based on songs and use them in class. However, in this text, I just want to provide
readers with a short list of useful songs. The way you are going to use them is
up to. Use your imagination!
1)
Song: Set fire to the rain
Singer: Adele
Release date: 2011
Topic mentioned in the song: parts of the body and verbs in the simple past
2)
Song: California King Bed
Singer: Rihanna
Release date: 2010
Topic mentioned in the song: parts of the body
3)
Song: I gotta feeling
Band: Black Eyed
Peas
Release date: 2009
Topic mentioned in the song: days of the week
4)
Song: Hand in my pocket
Singer: Alanis Morissette
Release date: 1995
Topic mentioned in the song: adjectives related to people
5)
Song: Friday, I’m in love
Band: The cure
Release date: 1992
Topic mentioned in the song: days of the week and colors
Do you know any other song that mentions days of the
week, parts of the body, colors and adjectives related to people? Let us know!
We’d appreciate to read your comment.
Luciana Estarepravo da Silva
Licentiate in Languages (Portuguese/English) and specialist in English
Teaching
