Cell phones are so important these days. We use them for everything! And, as a result, text messaging has become an important form of communication. But, the language of texting is different than regular spoken or written language. It is abbreviated (shorter). Therefore, learning how to write and read English "Text Message Speak" is important.

 

1. Watch this short video about text messaging in English.

 

2. Check out  these websites to find some more text message abbreviations:

 

 

 

3. We will create a "chain" of text message translations and new text messages in the comments section the blog below. Click the link below to complete the assignment.