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The last 4 photos you took…

A quick, low-prep speaking activity that turns photos from students’ phones into conversation starters. Procedure There’s no need to cover all four photos. Students can stay with the ones that spark the most conversation. Attention to language As students talk, […]

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First Week, New Connections

Six fun activities to meet your students and discover their English Looking for a first week that feels welcoming, purposeful and fun? This bundle brings together six adaptable activity ideas to help students introduce themselves, find common ground, create stories, […]

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Beyond the First answer…

Cambridge First Speaking part 1 Boost your students’ confidence from the very first question of the Cambridge First B2 level Speaking test. This set of worksheets introduce learners to the questions they are likely to encounter in Speaking part 1 […]

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Friendship Discussion Task

Using an authentic exam-style mind map, students work in pairs to discuss different aspects of friendship before reaching a joint decision. The activity encourages learners to exchange opinions, justify their ideas, agree and disagree politely, and negotiate towards a conclusion—exactly […]

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Expressing & Justifying Opinions Cheat Sheet

Useful Language for Expressing and Justifying Opinions is a printable classroom reference sheet designed to help Cambridge English First (B2) students communicate confidently during Speaking Part 4. The resource provides carefully selected expressions for giving opinions, partly agreeing, disagreeing politely, […]

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Comparing Images Cheat Sheet

FCE Speaking part 2 Useful Language for Comparing 2 Images is a printable reference sheet created to support students preparing for Cambridge English First (B2) Speaking Part 2 or Long turn. The resource organises useful expressions into clear sections covering […]

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Discussion Tasks Cheat Sheet

FCE Speaking Part 3 Useful Language for Discussion Tasks is a printable classroom reference sheet designed to help Cambridge English First (B2) students communicate more naturally during Speaking Part 3. The resource provides essential functional language for starting the discussion, […]

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“Boring Fact” Icebreaker

Tell the class “boring fact” about yourself Break the ice and turn an awkward, silent classroom of new students into a community — with a twist. Instead of asking students to share a fun fact about themselves, flip it around […]

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Assessing Speaking Checklist

Help your students become more confident and effective speakers with this ready-to-use peer assessment checklist. Designed for use alongside any speaking task, it encourages learners to listen actively, reflect on performance, and understand what makes a successful speaking exam response. […]

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My Iceberg. My story

A get-to-know icebreaker Perfect for: first-day activities, speaking practice, and building classroom rapport at any level.Ready-made worksheet included! Break the ice and build real connections with this creative first-day activity. Using the iceberg as a visual metaphor, students map out […]

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