Hello,

I have always wondered what was the right time to start teaching
grammar. I used to think that the sooner the better, but found that
if I started too soon my students got bored, and lost interest just
when they should be doing the opposite. Now, I start "officially"
teaching in A Class and not too much. I used to make them do all
the exercises, but now only a few of which I feel are important.
I feel that in the beginning they need to get used to the words, the
pronunciation, and the idea of using the language. Just like with
their native language. Naturally, grammar can come later.
Besides, when they're only 8 or 9, they are too young to even
understand. All they know are the meanings of the words.
Hopefully, this fall, with the help of wordsurfing, I can avoid
fossilization. Make learning more interesting.
Sincerely, Costadina