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ESL talk about the picture

ESL Talk about the Picture

Talk about the Picture  is a great activity to introduce a topic or just as a break from the book to get students talking and practicing English. This activity is also a great warmer at the beginning of class and can be used regularly to improve students’ speaking skills. To start, first find some images […]

ESL Warmer: Numbers in my Life

Numbers in my Life,  is a quick no-prep way to get students talking. In this activity, students choose three numbers that are significant in their lives. After, students try to guess the meaning of a volunteers numbers. If the class cannot guess the significance the student tell the students what those numbers mean to them. This […]

ESL warmer finish the thought

ESL Warmer Finish the Thought

Finish the thought is a simple warmer to start class. This activity is best suited for teens and adults of all levels. Start by writing a sentence on the board and ask students to complete it any way they wish. Some sentences you could write include: Today I’m happy about…. Today was great because… Today will […]