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Talking their language with Helen Bodell

Welcome to Talking Their Language, the podcast that bridges the gap between educators and the diverse students they teach. Hosted by Helen Bodell from Twinkl EAL, an experienced educator and passionate advocate for inclusive multilingual learning, this show is dedicated to exploring innovative teaching strategies, effective communication techniques, and culturally responsive practices that resonate with every learner.Join Helen as she engages with expert guests, shares inspiring stories, and offers

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Episode Forty-Four: Inclusive Reading for...

Talking their language with Helen Bodell ·

2025/09/24

Episode Forty-Four – Inclusive Reading for Multilingual Classrooms with the Twinkl Originals Team:In this episode, we sit down with the Twinkl Originals team - a talented group of teachers, illustrators, and designers passionate about creating inclusive children’s books. Together, they share how Twinkl Originals stories are designed to give every child, including multilingual learners, easy access to a huge library of engaging reading experiences.We explore how inclusive storytelling can support EAL

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Episode Forty-Two - Empowering Educators:...

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2025/04/15

Episode Forty-Two: Empowering Educators: Collaboration for Multilingual Learners with Exceptionalities with Dr. Andrea Honigsfeld & Dr. Audrey CohanIn this episode, we dive into a rich conversation about language learners and the groundbreaking insights from their latest book, ‘Collaboration for Multilingual Learners With Exceptionalities’.Andrea Honigsfeld, EdD, is professor in the School of Education and Human Services at Molloy University, Rockville Centre, New York, where she teaches

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Episode Forty One - EAL Strategies for Trainee...

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2025/03/27

Episode 41 – EAL Strategies for Trainee Teachers and ECTsIn this special collaboration between the Twinkl EAL team and the Twinkl Trainee and ECT team, Simeon Care interviews Helen Bodell to explore practical strategies for supporting EAL learners as a new teacher. Whether you're a trainee teacher (ITT) or an ECT, this episode is packed with insights, top tips, and actionable strategies to help you create an inclusive and effective learning environment for EAL students. Plus, we’ll introduce

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Episode Forty - Scanning Pens: Revolutionising EAL...

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2025/01/20

Episode Forty - Scanning Pens: Revolutionising EAL Education with Assistive Technology featuring Quin ChandlerIn this exciting episode, we’re joined by Quin Chandler from Scanning Pens to explore how their innovative C Pen Reader 3 is transforming the way EAL learners of all ages engage with language. From KS1 students to adult learners and even in the workplace, the C Pen Reader 3 is bridging gaps and offering unparalleled support.Quin Chandler, Managing Director of Scanning Pens joined the company

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Episode Thirty-Nine - AI & EAL: Bridging Language &...

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2025/01/07

Episode Thirty-Nine - AI & EAL: Bridging Language & Technology with Sarah GuinonIn this episode, Sarah Guinon dives deep into the world of AI tools and their impact on EAL (English as an Additional Language) teaching. From enhancing classroom engagement to navigating the challenges, Sarah shares valuable insights on how technology can transform language learning.🔍 What’s inside this episode?The pros and cons of using AI in the classroomHow to select the right tools for your EAL

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Episode Thirty-Nine - Supporting refugees with trauma...

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2024/09/25

Episode Thirty-Nine - Supporting refugees with trauma with Dr Tina Rae:Dr Tina Rae has 40 years’ experience working with children, adults, and families in clinical and educational contexts within local authorities and specialist services. She is currently working as a Consultant Educational and Child Psychologist in a range of SEMH and mainstream contexts and for fostering agencies as a Consultant Psychologist supporting foster carers, social workers and looked after children. She was an Academic

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Episode Thirty-Seven - EAL and SEND with Anna...

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2024/09/25

Episode Thirty-Seven - EAL and SEND with Anna Bejshovcova:Anna Bejshovcova is an experienced EAL/ESL educator, teacher trainer and academic manager with more than 15 years of international teaching experience. She has a Bachelor of Education degree in EFL and a Master's degree in Applied Linguistics and ELT with a dissertation on the use of translanguaging in international schools. Anna is currently employed as an EAL coordinator for Key Stage 1 by Lanna International school in Thailand and is

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Episode Thirty-Five - Leading and Succeeding in an...

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2024/05/25

Episode Thirty-Five - Leading and Succeeding in an International School:In this episode we interview Adri on the topic of leading and succeeding in an International setting. Adri is an experienced EAL/ESL specialist and academic manager. Once an EAL learner herself, she uses her unique perspective and passion for plurilingual education as the Elementary EAL Leader at St Joseph's Institution International School Malaysia. Adri is also passionate about professional development and regularly

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Episode Thirty-Four - Why It Works - Planning for EAL...

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2024/02/13

Episode Thirty-Four - Why It Works - Planning for EAL Support:Welcome to episode thirty four and we have a new episode of our Why It Works series with Dr Robert Sharples and Jo Thomson. We discuss planning EAL support focusing on the role of the TA, supporting EAL learners in the classroom and in intervention. We hear the latest research in this area and Jo gives us evidence based strategies that you can use in your educational setting. If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this

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Episode Thirty-Three - When EAL meets MFL with Bethan...

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2023/12/13

Episode Thirty-Three - When EAL meets MFL with Bethan McHugh:Bethan McHugh, Twinkl Languages Product Owner, has over 20 years of experience in MFL education, curriculum development and assessment. She has taught French and Spanish from KS2-5 and is passionate about making language learning accessible to all.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of

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Episode Thirty Two - Supporting EAL Learners to...

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2023/12/13

Episode Thirty Two - Supporting EAL Learners to Succeed in Handwriting:In this episode we speak to Bethany Harris. Bethany Harris is the Handwriting and English Intervention Product Owner at Twinkl. With a specialisation in Primary English and teaching experience in schools across the UK, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and Kuwait, Bethany brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Prior to joining Twinkl, she served as an English Lead for several years. Her unwavering passion is to lead her team in creating

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Episode Thirty-One - Multilingual Pupils and Creating...

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2023/09/30

Episode Thirty-One - Multilingual Pupils and Creating Home-School Connections’ In this episode we interview Susan Stewart on the topic of ‘Multilingual pupils and creating home-school connections’. We will talk about engaging with parents in order to better understand pupils’ language portraits/profiles, how to encourage home language use, and how to tap into the cultural richness of multilingual families. Susan is Director at Articulate Multilingual and has lived and worked in South Africa,

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Episode Thirty - Why It Works - Fostering Independence

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2023/09/13

Episode Thirty - Why It Works - Fostering Independence:We are back with our Why It Works series and we’ve got Dr Robert Sharples here today and our very own Jo Thomson. We are focusing this episode on ‘What do I need to do differently to make this year a success’. I think a huge part of it is creating and developing independence in your EAL learners and in your staff to ensure you (if you’re listening as the EAL lead) don’t have to take all of the work on on our own. If you would like to sign up to

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Episode Twenty Nine - Why It Works - Pre-Teaching...

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2023/07/04

Episode Twenty Nine - Why It Works - Pre-Teaching Vocabulary:In this episode we chat to Jo Thomson and Dr Robert Sharples about the importance of pre-teaching for learners particularly pre-teaching vocabulary. We offer practical ideas, resources and the research into why EAL learners benefit from pre-teaching and how you can get people at home involved too.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership

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Episode Twenty-Eight - Outdoor Learning & EAL with...

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2023/06/20

Episode Twenty-Eight - Outdoor Learning & EAL with Sabah MalikIn this episode we interview Sabah Malik on the topic of outdoor learning within EYFS. Sabah Malik has been working in senior leadership over the last 10 years across London. She is currently working in a large infant school in Hillingdon and lead the Early Years including a 120 place nursery. She has a Masters in Leadership and Management looking specifically in her dissertation, in the important role parents play as early educators,

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Episode Twenty Seven - Supporting Multilingual Teens...

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2023/05/30

Episode Twenty Seven - Supporting Multilingual Teens with Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori:In this episode we talk to Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori about his new book ‘In Search of the Lost Words’ which is aimed at multilingual teens. We talk about how we can support multilingual teens at home and in the classroom.Who is Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori? Yoshito is half-French and half-Japanese, and was raised bilingually and bi-culturally in France. He is now a French and Spanish teacher in a secondary school in

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Episode Twenty Six - Why It Works - Building an...

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2023/05/16

Episode Twenty Six - Building an Inclusive School Community:In this episode we chat to Jo Thomson and Dr Robert Sharples about practical ways in which you can build an inclusive school community. We also talk about the importance of whole school approaches and students feeling welcomed and included.If you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download our FREE EAL Membership Guide here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1gldloAll of our Twinkl

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Episode Twenty Five - EYFS and EAL with Denise Amankwah

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2023/04/21

Episode Twenty Five - EYFS and EAL with Denise AmankwahDenise has just completed her Masters in Education where she specialised in Language and Literacy. She also has an undergraduate degree in Linguistics. Generally, she has always been interested in languages. Denise currently works as a Speech and Language Advisor on a project called the London EAL project at Speech and Language UK, formerly known as I CAN. Her professional background has always mainly been in the Early Years sector, she has

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Episode Twenty Four - Why It Works - Multilingual...

Talking their language with Helen Bodell ·

2023/03/17

Episode Twenty Four - Why It Works - Multilingual ClassroomsIn this episode we speak to renowned EAL author Dr Robert Sharples and Twinkl EAL Content Writer Jo Thomson, we discuss the importance of home languages, translanguaging, multilingual classrooms and vocabulary. We also answer your questions!Read our blog Why It Works - Multilingual Classrooms: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/blog/ealIf you would like to sign up to Twinkl EAL please follow this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/72uh3You can download

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Episode Twenty Three - The JONK approach with Marcelo...

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2023/02/24

Episode Twenty Three - The JONK approach with Marcelo Staricoff Marcelo is the author of ‘The Joy of Not Knowing’ (Routledge, 2021) and a former scientist and Primary School Headteacher. Marcelo is a Lecturer in Education at the University of Sussex and joint course leader of the BA Primary and Early Years Programme. Marcelo has recently worked on behalf of UNICEF with policy makers, educators and textbook writers to help implement a reformed national curriculum in Uzbekistan. Marcelo also works for

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