for them [in the target language, of course] to find out all they can about their friend – and on the next attendance(s), you ask for some (all, if you have the time) of them to introduce that friend to the class. They might even be found meeting between classes, getting their introductions prepared. A side benefit – you learn about the students, too. Herzlichst, Craig Nickisch ====================== 96/04 From-> Sandy McAnallen Subject: Re: 1st Day/1st Week lesson plans There are lots of ways to teach foreign language. To hold interest, though, one must keep it interesting and FUN. I have found games to be the best bet to hold interest. At least one lesson should include a review of an introduced vocabulary. The following procedure has been quite successful in my Spanish classes. Using 3X5 cards write each vocabulary word one for English and one for Spanish. (have these laminated for future use) Apply a small magnet to the back of each card (these magnet