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This paper clarifies the effect of introducing word play for English practice at elementary schools by using nonsense books. There are various types of word play in nonsense books, and they are useful for helping students learn how to use simple words and phrases in English. Additionally, students can memorize the connection of each word and phrase, which consequently results in better comprehension and a wider vocabulary. I also argue that the sound of English and its rhythms in nonsense books are sophisticated and easy to recite in class, because the words are chosen by authors in a condensed way, and they have ‘stories’ like other novels even though they look superficially ‘nonsensical’. I suggest several examples of word play which seem to be appropriate for motivating students and show the fascinating aspects of gathering the thread of words, which they might find difficult if they concentrate on only monotonic practice. |
