[Dave-B]

Changing the classroom, or finding a new space would be best, but it doesn't seem like that is an option.

Here are some ideas:


Mix the students up so they are sitting with people they are less likely to talk to.

Do more group work and student-centered activities rather than lecture style teaching. This will allow you to monitor the students by walking around the class.

Cut down on your teacher-talk time.

Lastly, don't stress it too much. Realize they are in grade 3 and they are not going to learn too much English, at least not that they will remember. Simply giving them a chance to enjoy the language and have a positive experience learning English will help their future studies more than you can imagine.

So, you have computers in your class? Do they have internet? You may be able to use them more to your advantage.