Teaching English to young learners requires engaging methods to keep them interested and to ensure effective learning. Game-based learning (GBL) has achieved popularity as a new way to improve motivation, building up vocabulary, and communication abilities in learning language. This article explores the effect of using games in teaching English language for young learners. By reviewing current researches, we can discover some advantages of GBL, including higher motivation, better vocabulary acquisition, more effective speaking, and enhanced learning achievement. Researches indicate that games provide an engaging and interactive learning environment which can enhance language learning's effectiveness and attractiveness. The study explains that mixing games with English lessons can bring undeniable benefits to young students, and using game-based strategies during the lesson by teachers can help to improve efficacy.

game-based learning, young learners, English language teaching, motivation, vocabulary acquisition, speaking skills

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