Everyday Expressions

Spoken language is full of fixed expressions that are not necessarily difficult to understand but have a fixed form  that does not change. These have to be learned as whole expressions.  Like idioms, these expressions are sometimes difficult to find in dictionaries. 

Here's a fun worksheet for higher level learners on this topic:

http://www.ryerson.ca/studentservices/els/pdf/Everyday%20Expressions.pdf

Dictation

A short dictation can be added to almost any tutor-learner session.  Most learners enjoy the challenge and it can give you some feedback on their spelling, listening, grammar, etc.  A partial dictation can be prepared ahead of time or while your learner is doing an exercise.  Here's a sample for low level learners.  http://www.prolinguaassociates.com/BD/Sample%20Basic%20Dictations%20Lessons.pdf