Elementary
Pre-Listening “Got it!”
A low-prep pre-listening activity that works brilliantly with all ages and levels. It is simple to set up, highly interactive, and a great way to get students focused before a listening task. You can use it with a song (for […]
get the activityComparisons Game
Card Game for elementary students to practise comparatives in a fun way! Level: A2Time: 15–25 minutesFocus: Comparative adjectives (taller, bigger, more interesting, more expensive, etc.)Interaction: Pairs / small groups 1. Preparation (before class or very quickly in class) On the […]
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A 30 minute speaking activity for learners to work collaboratively in the design of a sports star interview. Main aim: Students practise formulating interview questions and collaborating to agree on the best questions for a sports star.Skills: speaking (negotiating, justifying […]
get the activityBusy Picture Christmas version
All levels quick warm-up, filler or cooler activity. Use it to recall vocabulary learnt in previous lessons, themed sessions or when in need of a quick activity to end your class or keep fast-finishers entertained! It doesn’t take long to […]
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Elementary level game for a bit of festive cheer, 5 minute warm-up activity to start a Christmas themed lesson. Use flashcards to review words, if needed. Christmas word chains (approx. 2–3 minutes) Online alternatives: Digital “sentence wall” (Miro / Genially) […]
get the activityElementary Reading Task “Blue Monday” theme
An elementary level reading comprehension task built around the idea of “Blue Monday”—the so-called saddest day of the year. The text has been adapted to cater for a Cambridge English Key Reading part 2 style task. Reading Part 2 Style Task– Multiple matching (people […]
get the activityBattleship Game: Back to School version…
This back-to-school activity is based on the well-known game, yes, the one you used to play with your classmate during chemistry class. You can use the worksheets or display presentations attached (recommended for online lessons) or just get your students […]
get the activityLove it, Like it, Leave it!
A speaking activity for expressing opinions that is perfect for a Valentines Day occasion without getting personal! Valentines is always a good time to talk about likes and dislikes. This activity caters for adults and teens of all levels. A […]
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A Valentine’s day activity that is perfect for primary school children and early teens. How to set it up: Alternatively, split the class into groups of 3 or 4, students take it in turns to present to their group.
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This activity is designed to review the present simple for daily activities or hobbies. It an easily be adapted for revising frequency adverbs, the past simple or present perfect tenses. It’s a fun speaking activity to get students to mingle […]
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