Help Your Kids Learn English Confidently Through Stories And Play
Fun and affordable ESL resources for families with kids ages 3-8 years.
Kickstart your children’s ESL journey with my free 5-Day Story & Play Mini Course, including simple videos and printable activities that turn storytime into English learning fun.
A Language Learning Approach That Works
Story-based
Engaging stories to teach language naturally.
Play-focused
Children learn best when having fun including crafts, games, and imagination.
Multisensory
Visuals, movement, touch, and sound help language retention.
Choose Your Learning Path
I Need Help Getting Started
You’re just starting to explore English learning at home, and you need it to be simple and low-cost. Start here to access free resources, blog posts, YouTube videos, and community support.
I Want Printables and Activities
You’ve already started your ESL journey and want some structure, support, and encouragement along the way. Take a look at these ideas, tools, and fun printables.
I’m Looking For Monthly Guided Support
You want done-for-you resources, expert guidance, and everything your children need to thrive with minimal planning on your part. Explore the full membership with teacher-led activities.
Join The Print and Play Club
The Print & Play Club (PPC) is your all-in-one membership for story-based, play-focused ESL learning built especially for busy families teaching English at home.
Each week, members get access to a 7-day printable Story & Play pack designed for children aged 3-7 and studying Pre A1-A1 CEFR level. Each pack:
Builds vocabulary through games and storytelling
Boosts comprehension with hands-on activities
Supports all learning styles with sensory-rich resources
Follows a low-prep, high-impact teaching plan
What’s inside:
A new Story & Play printable pack every week
A growing library of past packs
Support group to ask questions + share wins
Founding member perks and bonus printables
Remove overwhelm and stress from finding resources and planning your children’s English materials.
Just read, print, and play.
Join The Online Book Club
A monthly pre-recorded book club for ESL families, including printables, videos, games, and crafts. The Story Seeds Membership resources are aimed at children studying Pre-A1 – A1 CEFR level.
Each month, you’ll receive:
- a newly recorded story in audio and video format
- story workbook with printable activities
- a template schedule to follow
- vocabulary and craft along videos
- Suggested additional resources.
All of this is delivered each month as an easy-to-view online course. One simple login with access to every story covered.
Learn more about how to become a founding member and receive an extra bonus workbook: Nursery Rhyme Fun, plus lock in your discounted launch price.
Welcome to theOET
Hi, I’m Catherine the face being the OET. I offer affordable and accessible educational resources for English language learners that incorporate stories, play, and multisensory learning.
Since 2017, I have been tutoring ESL online alongside home educating my own children. Throughout this journey, I have found that learning through stories and play are very effective methods to teach children English whilst also building their self-confidence.
My vision is to provide support to families helping their children learn ESL at home so they feel more prepared and confident. Thanks for being here and visiting my page. Please stay a while and take a look at the resources available for you to access anywhere and on the go.
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Ready To Get Started?
Download your FREE 5-Day Story & Play Mini Course and discover how simple it can be to teach English through any picture book. With daily videos and printable activities, from emoji storytelling to story dice and playmats. Your children will build vocabulary, confidence, and a love for learning. Make English fun, stress-free, and affordable for your family today!
