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Discussion Starters for Children | ESL Conversation Topics for Kids
If you're looking for some things to talk about, consider these ESL topics for kids. We have the best TEFL discussion starters for children that will get your students talking, guaranteed. It's common … [Read more...]
ESL Small Group Discussion: Tips to Make ESL Discussions Better!
If you're looking for some tips for ESL ESL discussion, you're in the right place! Keep on reading for all the ideas you need to make your ESL discussion even better. Do you have discussions in English … [Read more...]
Hot Debating Topics and Hot Topics of Discussion for All Ages
If you're looking for some of the best hot topics of discussion, and hot debating topics, then you're in the right place. We have dozens of questions related to education, social issues, politics, the … [Read more...]
What are Silent Letter Words and Common Examples
When you first learn English, silent words can be quite confusing. Silent words are words that are not pronounced when you say the words out loud. Almost 60% of English words contain silent letters. Also, … [Read more...]
ESL Kindergarten Games, Activities, Lesson Plans, Resources for Kindy
If you're looking for some of the best ESL kindergarten games, then you're certainly in the right place. We have the best ones to try out today, along with lesson plan ideas and a whole lot more. Have some fun … [Read more...]
Easter Classroom Ideas: Games, Activities and Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best Easter classroom ideas, then you're in the right place. We have Easter games and activities like Easter Charades, along with lesson plans, worksheets, handouts, and more, … [Read more...]
ESL Hobbies Games, Activities & Lesson Plans | Free Time Activities
If you're looking for some of the best ESL hobbies games or free time activities, then you're in the right place. Keep on reading for everything you need for ESL hobbies, including worksheets and lesson … [Read more...]
Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching: CLT, TPR
Teaching a foreign language can be a challenging but rewarding job that opens up entirely new paths of communication to students. It's beneficial for teachers to have knowledge of the many different language … [Read more...]
Picture Prompt ESL Warm Up | Using ESL Pictures in TEFL Classes
Are you looking for a super-quick, easy warm-up for any level of ESL students? Then you're most certainly in the right place and need to check out this activity, picture prompt. This ESL picture warm-up is … [Read more...]
Small Talk ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & More
Are you looking for an interesting, engaging way to have your students to get some practice with ESL small talk? It's an important but often overlooked skill because it's hard to design interesting activities … [Read more...]
This or That Food Questions (WYR Food Edition)
If you are looking for some fun "This or That" questions about food, you are definitely at the right place! We have prepared a list of interesting this or that food questions. This or That questions are very … [Read more...]
Presentation Projects for Students | ESL Presentation Ideas
If you do presentation with your language classes, then you'll need to check out some of these presentation project ideas. Get beyond the boring old PowerPoint presentation and use some of these creative ideas … [Read more...]
The Most Common 5 Letter Words from A to Z
Did you know that approximately 20% of English words have five letters? This also means that some of the most common words we use are likely five letter words. So, we created a list of some of the most commonly … [Read more...]
Guess the Price Game | Fun ESL Classroom Activity Idea
Are you looking for a fun classroom activity or game? If yes, try the Guess the Price Game! It is an interactive and educational game that brings a refreshing twist to language learning. The game will make … [Read more...]
Top 10 Tips for New English Teachers | Lesson Plans, Activities
I'm going to talk about my top 10 tips for new ESL or EFL teachers. So if you're new to teaching English, this is the video for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWMt1djgszQ Tips for New ESL/EFL … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best Valentine's Day ESL games and activities, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for our top picks for ideas for a Valentine Day lesson plan. ESL … [Read more...]
Passive Voice ESL Games, Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
In English, the passive form is used when you want to emphasize the person or object that experiences the action rather than the person or object doing the action. If you're looking for some of the best passive … [Read more...]
New Year Activities for Students | New Year Resolution Lessons
If you're looking for the best New Year activities for students, including some New Year's resolution ideas, then you're in the right place. Games and activities are sometimes the most effective way to teach … [Read more...]
The Bell and the Cat: Reading Comprehension Activity
Are you looking for an English short story for reading exercise? "The Bell and the Cat" is a great story with an amazing moral message about the strength of unity. We have three versions of the story for … [Read more...]
ESL Christmas Games, Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best ESL Christmas games and activities, then you're certainly in the right place. We're going to give you the rundown on the best ones, along with Christmas worksheets and … [Read more...]
Short Stories in English with Reading Comprehension Questions
You're probably here because you want to improve your reading skills. Or, you might be a teacher looking for teaching materials for your reading lesson. Either way, you're in the right place. Check out our … [Read more...]
A Council of Mice: Reading Comprehension Activity
If you are looking for a short English story that contains a meaningful message, try reading "A Council of Mice." We created three versions of the same stories to accommodate all reading levels. After reading … [Read more...]
ESL Thanksgiving Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets
When you teach a language, you're teaching a lot of vocabulary and grammar. Vocabulary is the words we use and grammar is how we organize them in a way so that people understand what we're saying. Keep on … [Read more...]
ESL Reading Games, Activities, Lesson Plans | Reading Comprehension
Are you looking for some of the best ESL reading games and activities, along with lesson plans, worksheets and exercises? Then you're certainly in the right place as we have the best ESL reading comprehension … [Read more...]
ESL Warm-Up Activities and Games | ESOL Warmers & Warm Ups
If you're looking to get your English classes started off in style, then keep on reading for my favourite ESL warmers, including games and activities. They're the perfect thing to do before jumping into the … [Read more...]
Would You Rather Thanksgiving Questions
If you're looking for some fun Thanksgiving would you rather questions, you're in the right place! Keep on reading for our fun this or that Thanksgiving questions for some interesting discussions on this … [Read more...]
ESL Conversation Activities for Adults | ESOL Speaking Activities Adult
Are you trying to figure out what to actually do in your English class for adults? That's a good question. The good news is that you've come to the right place if you're looking for ESOL speaking activities for … [Read more...]
81 Ways to Make your ESL Speaking Class Awesome | Teaching ESL
Make your ESL Speaking Class Awesome I'm sure you want your ESL speaking classes to be as awesome as possible. Everybody does! Here are my top 81 tips to help you do that. Ready for great classes in the … [Read more...]
ESL Comparative and Superlative Games | Adjectives that Compare
Are you looking for some recommendations for the best superlative games or comparative activities, plus worksheets, lesson plans, and more? Then you're most certainly in the right place for everything … [Read more...]
10 Fun Road Trip Activities for All Ages
Are you planning to go on a road trip? Whether you are going with your family or friends, we got a list of things to do on a road trip. These fun activities for a road trip are perfect for both kids and adults. … [Read more...]
Jobs ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & More
If you're looking for jobs ESL games and activities, along with lesson plans, worksheets, vocabulary lists and more for occupations or careers, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for all … [Read more...]
ESL Sports Games, Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best ESL sports activities and games, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for the best sport ESL ideas, including worksheets and lesson plans. ESL … [Read more...]
ESL Interactive Games and Activities | Interactive ESL Lesson Ideas
Okay, so who doesn't want more interaction in their ESL or EFL classes, right? That's where these ESL interactive games and activities come in. They're fun, engaging, and best of all, will get students … [Read more...]
Adverbs of Frequency ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some ideas for teaching adverbs of frequency, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep reading for the top games and activities, along with worksheets, lesson plans and more to work … [Read more...]
ESL Speaking Lesson Plan Template | Teaching Advanced ESL Lessons
Are you an ESL teacher and need help planning an English conversation class? Well, you've certainly come to the right place! Keep on reading for all the details with our ESL speaking lesson plan template as … [Read more...]
Just a Minute Game | ESL Speaking Activity
The Just A Minute Game is a fun "Toastmasters" kind of ESL speaking activity. I like it because it gets students working on speaking fluently, without worrying too much about accuracy. Keep on reading to find … [Read more...]
ESL Conditionals Games, Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best ESL conditionals activities, then you're certainly in the right place. We have the best ones to try out, along with worksheets, discussion questions and lesson plans for … [Read more...]
English Conversation Questions for Teenagers and Adults
If you're an English teacher then chances are you'll appreciate a list of English conversation questions in a big way. These ESL questions for teens and adults are useful for "free-talking" sessions, private … [Read more...]
Partner Conversation Starters | Basic Conversation Starters for ESL
Have you ever noticed that if you ask students want they want to work on with regards to their English skills, they'll often say, "free-talking?" At least, this was my experience teaching English in South … [Read more...]
Countries and Nationality ESL Activities, Games & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best ESL countries and nationality games and activities, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for all the details you need to know about ESL country … [Read more...]
Giving Directions ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets + Lesson Plans
Are you looking for some fun activities for giving directions ESL? Then you're most certainly in the right place. We're going to give you the rundown on the best directions ESL games and activities, along with … [Read more...]
Teaching English Online: Fun ESL Online Game and Activity Ideas
If you're teaching English online and are looking for some activities, lesson plan ideas, and other resources, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for everything you need to know to teach … [Read more...]
Cosmo Quiz ESL Icebreaker Activity | Cosmo Quizzes TEFL Classes
Are you looking for a simple, fun ice breaker for your adult students who are learning English? Perfect. Then you'll need to keep on reading for all the details you need to know about Cosmo Quiz, a fun ESL … [Read more...]
Refusing to Participate in Class: How to Handle It
In almost every class, there are at least one or two students who are reluctant to participate in what's going on. This is especially the case in mandatory language classes. Find out how to deal with … [Read more...]
Private Teaching ESL Activities and Games | 1-1 ESL Teaching Ideas
If you do private, 1-1 language teaching, then you'll need to keep on reading. I'll share with you my top tips, tricks, games, and activities for 1-1 English teaching to keep your students (and their parents!) … [Read more...]
How to Teach English Conversation | Teaching English Speaking
Many foreign ESL teachers abroad, especially in places like South Korea, teach predominantly English conversation classes. Some teachers (and students too!) have the perception that teaching English … [Read more...]
ESL Vocabulary Activities & Games | TEFL Vocabulary Games
Do you need to mix things up a little bit in your ESL or EFL classes when teaching vocabulary? Then you are most certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for our top picks for ESL vocabulary games and … [Read more...]
ESL Games for Teenagers | Fun TEFL Interactive Activities Teens
Teaching English to teenagers can be quite difficult because they are notorious for not really wanting to participate in class. They are often shy, tired, and haven't chosen to take your English class. That's … [Read more...]
ESL Body Parts Games, Activities, Lesson Plans | Parts of the Body ESL
If you're teaching the parts of the body to your English learners, then look no further! This is the ultimate resource that you'll want to check out. There are plenty of ESL body parts games, activities, … [Read more...]
The Expert Speaking Activity: Try out this fun ESL Activity Today!
If you're looking for a nice speaking activity for intermediate or advanced students, check out the expert. It's a fun way to get students talking about things they know well. I love to teach speaking … [Read more...]
120-90-60 ESL Speaking Fluency Activity | Speaking English Fluently
All of our students want to speak more fluently in English! It can be difficult to help your students with this though because most of the activities you'll find in textbooks focus more on accuracy. However, … [Read more...]
Current Events Presentation Project Ideas and Examples
If you're looking for an interesting activity to mix things up a bit in your intermediate or advanced classes, check out this current events presentation project. It's an ideal topic for a PPT … [Read more...]
How to Teach Listening to ESL Students | ESL Listening
If you want to find out how to teach listening to ESL/EFL students, you're in the right place. Check out these tips and tricks for teaching ESL listening, how to plan an ESL lesson, along with lots of game and … [Read more...]
Just One Question: Try out This Fun Survey-Style Activity
Just One Question is a fun, engaging and interesting ESL warmup that works for just about any topic or grammatical point like one of the conditionals. Students have to ask their friends a single question about … [Read more...]
ESL Storytelling Activity For Adults, Teens & Children
If you're looking for a run storytelling activity for kids or adults then you're in the right place. Keep on reading for this ESL story telling activity that adds a bit more to it than just telling the story … [Read more...]
Who am I Activity for ESL | What am I Game for Kids or Adults
"Who am I?" or, "What am I" make excellent ESL icebreaker activities. Try them out in your TEFL classes today. Are you looking for a quick ESL icebreaker or warm-up activity to try out with your students … [Read more...]
Dictogloss: Try out this Challenging ESL Activity for Listening
Are you looking for an ESL activity that covers a range of skills, and is fun but challenging? Then you'll need to consider trying out dictogloss. Keep on reading to learn more about dicto gloss, … [Read more...]
20 Questions ESL Speaking Game | 20 Questions ESL Students
If you're looking for a fun, simple ESL game that focuses on yes/no questions and answers, try out the 20 questions game. You can play the regular version, or adapt the game 20 questions to suit the age and … [Read more...]
ESL Health Activities: Games, Activities, Worksheets, Vocabulary
Are you looking for some fun, engaging ESL health activities to make your health lessons even better? Then you're most definitely in the right place. Keep on reading for my favourite ESL health games and … [Read more...]
ESL Weather Games, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans
Are you looking for some of the best ESL weather games and activities, worksheets and lesson plans? Then you're certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for all the details you need to know for planning … [Read more...]
Fun Last Day of School Activities, Games & Ideas to Try Out
If you're looking for some fun ideas for the last day of school, then you're certainly in the right place. We have more than 25 last day of school activities and games to consider trying out with your … [Read more...]
IELTS Listening Preparation: Tips, Practice Tests, Topics & More
If you're looking for information about the IELTS listening exam, then you're in the right place. This is the ultimate resource for IELTS listening tips, practice tests, question types, common topics and a … [Read more...]
No Prep Games Without Materials for ESL/EFL Teachers
If you're looking for some of the best no prep games without materials for English teachers, then you're in the right place. These TEFL games and activities require no preparation and no materials. Teach those … [Read more...]
IELTS Speaking Part 2 Questions and Topics | Speaking Task 2
If you're looking for some IELTS speaking task 2 topics and questions, then you're in the right place. We have some of the most popular tasks for IELTS speaking, part 2 (also see IELTS speaking part 3). Keep on … [Read more...]
Learn How to Open a Conversation in English: ESL Speaking Tips
Do you want to know how to start a conversation in English? You're in the right place! We're going to give you the rundown on everything you need to know to open a conversation, even if you don't speak English … [Read more...]
IELTS Speaking Questions Part 3 Questions and Topics
IELTS Speaking can be challenging for many ESL students. The IELTS Speaking part 3 can be especially difficult as the questions and topics are more serious. However, remember that if you get a hard question in … [Read more...]
Problem/Advice Reported Speech Activity
You'll often find reported speech in some of the higher level ESL/EFL textbooks, but it's not easy to design an interesting, engaging activity to use with it. Check out what I do related to giving … [Read more...]
How to become an ESL teacher | Requirements, qualifications, salary
If you are a native English speaker looking for a job opportunity, why don't you become an ESL teacher? As an ESL teacher, you will have the option to work in your country, go abroad, or even work online. In … [Read more...]
ESL Textbooks and ESL Books for Adults | Smart Choice | Four Corners
Are you looking for an ESL textbook for high school students, university students, or adults to help make learning English easier? If your answer is, "YES!", you've come to the right place. You'll find my top … [Read more...]
ESL Icebreakers | ESOL Icebreaker Questions, Games & Activities
If you're looking to get your semester started off on the right foot, then you'll need to use an ESL icebreaker. They'll help the students get to know each other and you as well so keep on reading for the best … [Read more...]
50+ Would You Rather Questions for Kids
If you are planning to have a family game night, check out these "Would You Rather" questions for kids! These questions are perfect for having a fun conversation and entertaining kids. You can also use these … [Read more...]
Likes and Dislikes ESL Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some of the best likes and dislikes games and activities for ESL/EFL classes, then you're certainly in the right place. We'll have lots of those, along with likes dislikes worksheets, … [Read more...]
ESL Activities for Listening & Speaking | ELL Listening Activities & Games
Do you want to help your students get more practice with listening and speaking English in your classes? If yes, then you're certainly in the right place. Keep reading for the top listening and speaking … [Read more...]
ESL Short Stories for Intermediate: Stories about Life in Canada
Do you want to improve your reading comprehension skills for something like the IELTS or TOEIC exam with ESL short stories? Or, maybe you're a teacher who's looking for some interesting short stories at an … [Read more...]
Business English Activities, Games & Dialogues | Business Lesson Ideas
If you teach business English, then you're certainly in the right place! We're going to give you the rundown on our top business English games and activities as well as recommendations for worksheets, lesson … [Read more...]
Types of Learning Styles for the Language Learning Classroom
If you want to learn about the types of learning styles, along with implications and some very practical ideas for the language learning classroom, you're in the right place. Keep on reading for a brief … [Read more...]
Teaching Places Games, Activities, Lesson Plans & Resources
If you're looking for some fresh, new ideas for teaching places, including adjectives to describe cities, buildings, continents and oceans, or neighbourhoods, then you're in the right place. We have the top ESL … [Read more...]
Agony Aunt ESL Activity for Giving Advice
Are you looking for a fun speaking and listening ESL activity related to advice? Then you'll want to consider Agony Aunt. Keep on reading for all the details you need to know about this popular English activity … [Read more...]
ESL Money and Banking Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans
If you're looking for some ESL money activities, games, worksheets and lesson plans, then you're definitely in the right place. Keep on reading for some of our top tips for money and banking ESL ideas. ESL … [Read more...]