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ESL Games & Activities for Teenagers, University Students and Adults

If you're looking for some ESL activities for adults, then you're certainly in the right place. We have the best ideas, including games, activities and other lesson plan ideas for TEFL classes. You can find EFL game and activity ideas for online teaching, interactive ESL activities for adults, fun holiday lesson plan ideas, ESL games for teens, and speaking activities for all levels.

ESL Technology Games, Activities & Resources for Teachers/Students

ESL Technology Games, Activities & Resources for Teachers/Students

If you’re looking for some ways to use technology in the ESL classroom, then look no further! Check out these…
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Brainstorm Activities and Games for ESL | Brainstorming Lesson Ideas

Brainstorm Activities and Games for ESL | Brainstorming Lesson Ideas

If you’re looking for some of the best brainstorming games and activities to help students build their vocabularies and encourage…
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ESL Feelings and Emotions Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

ESL Feelings and Emotions Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

If you’re looking for some of the best ESL feelings and emotions activities, worksheets, vocabulary items and lesson plans, then…
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Memorial Day ESL Activities, Worksheets, Lesson Plans & More

Memorial Day ESL Activities, Worksheets, Lesson Plans & More

In the USA, Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday in May. Its goal is to honour and mourn…
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Cinco De Mayo ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Cinco De Mayo ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Cinco De Mayo, celebrated on May 5th every year celebrates Mexico’s victory over France in 1862. While a relatively minor…
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ESL Health Activities: Games, Activities, Worksheets, Vocabulary

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…
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ESL Review Activities and Games| Fun TEFL Review Games to Try

ESL Review Activities and Games| Fun TEFL Review Games to Try

If you’re looking for some ESL or EFL review activities and games, you’ve come to the right place. Keep on…
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Typhoon ESL Speaking and Listening Review Game

Typhoon ESL Speaking and Listening Review Game

If you’re looking for a fun review game for children, teenagers, university students, or adults, then consider using Typhoon! It’s…
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ESL Conversation Activities for Adults | ESOL Speaking Activities Adult

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….
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120-90-60 ESL Speaking Fluency Activity | Speaking English Fluently

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…
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ESL Television and Movies: Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

ESL Television and Movies: Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

If you’re looking for some of the top options for ESL movies, television and film, then you’re certainly in the…
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ESL Icebreakers | ESOL Icebreaker Questions, Games & Activities

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…
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Passive Voice ESL Games, Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

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…
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Classroom English Activities for ESL: Language for the Classroom

Classroom English Activities for ESL: Language for the Classroom

If you’re looking for some of the best classroom English activities and games, then you’re certainly in the right place!…
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Fun Last Day of School Activities, Games & Ideas to Try Out

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….
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ESL Pronunciation Games, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

ESL Pronunciation Games, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

Are you looking for some of the best ESL pronunciation activities and games for your English learners? Then you’re definitely…
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Scatter Sheets for English Learners | Vocab Sheets High-Level Students

Scatter Sheets for English Learners | Vocab Sheets High-Level Students

If you’re looking for an all-in-one solution for speaking, conversation or vocabulary classes for teenagers or adults, then you’ll want…
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Funny,  Controversial, & Good Debate Topics | Things to Debate About

Funny, Controversial, & Good Debate Topics | Things to Debate About

Check out these topics for debate! You’ll find silly, funny, and light-hearted debate topics, controversial ones, as well as easy…
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Story Timeline ESL Activity | Reading Timelines Activity for Students

Story Timeline ESL Activity | Reading Timelines Activity for Students

Reading kind of gets a bad rap among English students. It can indeed be kind of boring. However, it is…
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120-Hour Online TEFL Course from Let’s TEFL: Sign Up Today

120-Hour Online TEFL Course from Let’s TEFL: Sign Up Today

If you’re looking to teach English in another country, or even in your own, it can be very useful to…
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The Expert Speaking Activity: Try out this fun ESL Activity Today!

The Expert Speaking Activity: Try out this fun ESL Activity Today!

I love to teach speaking and conversation to intermediate and advanced level students. There are so many interesting, engaging activities…
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Name Game ESL Activity | What’s your Name Game for TEFL

Name Game ESL Activity | What’s your Name Game for TEFL

Do you want to help your students remember each other’s names (and you too)? Here’s a simple ice breaker name…
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Should I Teach English Abroad? | Teaching ESL in a Foreign Country

Should I Teach English Abroad? | Teaching ESL in a Foreign Country

Have you asked yourself the question, “Should I teach English abroad?” Or, “Is teaching English in a Foreign country worth…
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Just One Question: Try out This Fun Survey-Style Activity

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…
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Best Laptops for Teachers: Top 5 Picks for Classroom Computers

Best Laptops for Teachers: Top 5 Picks for Classroom Computers

Technology has become an indispensable part of the learning process in schools around the world. With this, it wouldn’t be…
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Side Gigs for Teachers: Extra Cash in your Spare Time | Side Hustles

Side Gigs for Teachers: Extra Cash in your Spare Time | Side Hustles

If you’re a teacher who wants to earn some extra money besides just your teaching salary, then keep on reading….
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Asking for Permission English Expressions, Phrases & Dialogues

Asking for Permission English Expressions, Phrases & Dialogues

If you want to learn how to ask permission to do something in English, then you’ll want to check out…
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Best Teacher Shoes: The Most Comfortable Shoes for Teachers

Best Teacher Shoes: The Most Comfortable Shoes for Teachers

If you’re looking for a pair of top-quality teacher shoes that are not only stylish but comfortable, then keep on…
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Business English Activities and Games | ESL Business Lesson Ideas

Business English Activities and Games | ESL 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…
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Best Laminator for Teachers | Classroom Laminating Machines

Best Laminator for Teachers | Classroom Laminating Machines

If you’re looking for the top-rated laminator for the classroom, then you’re certainly in the right place. Keep on reading…
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Role Plays for ESL Students | ESL Role Playing Scenarios, Tips & Ideas

Role Plays for ESL Students | ESL Role Playing Scenarios, Tips & Ideas

Do you want a simple, interesting activity to get your lower-level or beginner students speaking in English? Then you’ll need…
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Conversation Starters for Adults | ESL Conversation & Discussion Topics

Conversation Starters for Adults | ESL Conversation & Discussion Topics

Do you want to get some discussion going in your ESL/EFL classes? Thought so. Then you’ll need to check out…
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Test Teach Test Approach (TTT): What is it and Tips for TTT Lessons

Test Teach Test Approach (TTT): What is it and Tips for TTT Lessons

If you’re looking to keep things fresh and interesting in your language class, then you’re in the right place! Try…
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Parts of Speech Activities ESL | Adverbs, Articles, Nouns, Verbs

Parts of Speech Activities ESL | Adverbs, Articles, Nouns, Verbs

Do you want to find out all the details about parts of speech ESL activities and games? Then keep on…
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Opposite Games & Activities ESL | Opposites Word Ideas TEFL Lessons

Opposite Games & Activities ESL | Opposites Word Ideas TEFL Lessons

If you’re looking for some of the best opposites games and activities, then you’re certainly in the right place. We…
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ESL Basketball Game Challenge: TEFL Speaking & Grammar Activity

ESL Basketball Game Challenge: TEFL Speaking & Grammar Activity

If you’re looking for a fun ESL game that can be used for just about any vocabulary set or grammatical…
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ESL Dialogue Substitution Activity | ESL Conversation Dialogues

ESL Dialogue Substitution Activity | ESL Conversation Dialogues

If you want to help your students out with remembering new vocabulary words, then check out this ESL dialogue activity….
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Picture Prompt ESL Warm Up | Using ESL Pictures in TEFL Classes

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…
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Small Talk ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & 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?…
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ESL Board Games: Try out a TEFL Speaking Board Game Today

ESL Board Games: Try out a TEFL Speaking Board Game Today

Board games for ESL students are one of my favourite in-class activities. Students love them, and they’re an excellent way…
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Relative Clause Activity ESL | TEFL Relative Pronouns Games

Relative Clause Activity ESL | TEFL Relative Pronouns Games

Relative clauses are a classic grammar point that you’ll find in just about every 4-skills ESL textbook. The grammar is…
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Running Dictation ESL Activity | ESL Dictation Passages & Exercises

Running Dictation ESL Activity | ESL Dictation Passages & Exercises

If you’re looking for a fun and engaging 4-skills ESL activity, then look no further than running dictation. This ESL…
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ESL Teaching Philosophy: How to Write One

ESL Teaching Philosophy: How to Write One

Native English speakers may think that teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) is a walk in the park. While…
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5 Senses ESL Activity for Vocabulary, Writing or Speaking

5 Senses ESL Activity for Vocabulary, Writing or Speaking

This five senses ESL activity is perfect for helping students work on their vocabulary skills. It can easily be done…
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Best Classroom Light Filters for Fluorescent Lights

Best Classroom Light Filters for Fluorescent Lights

Classrooms are typically lighted using fluorescent lights. While they provide suitable lighting inside the classroom, recent studies have shown that…
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Best Rolling Carts for Teachers | Teacher Crates & Bags on Wheels

Best Rolling Carts for Teachers | Teacher Crates & Bags on Wheels

Classroom teaching can be a fun and enjoyable experience for the students if all the materials are ready to be…
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ESL Charades Game for Kids or Adults: English Vocabulary Review Idea

ESL Charades Game for Kids or Adults: English Vocabulary Review Idea

If your recent classes have been filled with learning new vocabulary, considering using Charades as a fun review game for…
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Who am I Activity for ESL | What am I Game for Kids or Adults

Who am I Activity for ESL | What am I Game for Kids or Adults

Are you looking for a quick ESL icebreaker or warm-up activity to try out with your students today? Then keep…
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Seasons ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

Seasons ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

If you’re looking for the best ideas for seasons ESL games and activities, then you’re certainly in the right place….
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Dictogloss: Try out this Challenging ESL Activity for Listening

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…
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Would You Rather ESL Conversation Activity for Kids or Adults

Would You Rather ESL Conversation Activity for Kids or Adults

Are you looking for a quick, no-prep ESL warm-up activity that’ll work for both kids as well as adults? Then…
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Guessing Game ESL Warm-Up Activity

Guessing Game ESL Warm-Up Activity

I always like to begin my classes with a warm-up activity. After all, you don’t really know where your students…
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Teacher Bags, Tote Bags, Briefcases, Rolling Bags and More!

Teacher Bags, Tote Bags, Briefcases, Rolling Bags and More!

If you’re looking for teacher bags, including messenger bags, tote bags, briefcases, or rolling bags, then you’re certainly in the…
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Tell a Story, ESL style | ESL Speaking Adults

Tell a Story, ESL style | ESL Speaking Adults

It seems like every ESL textbook has a unit where students have to tell a story. It’s usually in the…
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ESL Taboo Game for Kids or Adults

ESL Taboo Game for Kids or Adults

Many of us probably know that popular (and often hilarious) party game, Taboo. You can check it out on Amazon…
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Vocabulary Auction | Fun Game for ESL Students

Vocabulary Auction | Fun Game for ESL Students

Are you looking for a fun way to help students learn new English vocabulary? Then you’re certainly in the right…
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20 Questions ESL Speaking Game | 20 Questions ESL Students

20 Questions ESL Speaking Game | 20 Questions ESL Students

I’m sure you’ve played the game “20 questions” before. It’s basically where someone thinks of a secret noun (person, place…
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Tell your Story | ESL Speaking Activity to Practice Reported Speech

Tell your Story | ESL Speaking Activity to Practice Reported Speech

You can often find a unit on reported speech in most intermediate level English textbooks. But, it’s not that easy…
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Daily Schedule: ESL Speaking Activity

Daily Schedule: ESL Speaking Activity

It seems like every single ESL textbook for kids (or even adults) has a section on daily routines. Getting up…
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SOS Game | Speaking Review for ESL Students | ESL Game

SOS Game | Speaking Review for ESL Students | ESL Game

Are you looking for a quick, fun ESL review activity that you can use for just about topic or grammar…
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Puzzle Finder Ice Breaker Activity | Icebreaker Puzzles

Puzzle Finder Ice Breaker Activity | Icebreaker Puzzles

Are you looking for a fun ESL icebreaker activity for kids or adults that’s challenging and will get the students…
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Just a Minute Game | ESL Speaking Activity

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…
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Partner Conversation Starters | English Conversation Starters

Partner Conversation Starters | English Conversation Starters

Have you ever noticed that if you ask students want they want to work on with regards to their English…
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How to Teach Grammar | Grammar for English Language Teachers

How to Teach Grammar | Grammar for English Language Teachers

Are you looking for a way to teach grammar that will engage your students and allow them to have fun?…
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Chain Spelling Activity for English Learners

Chain Spelling Activity for English Learners

Spelling is one of those skills that often gets overlooked in many ESL/EFL classrooms. However, it’s quite an important skill!…
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English Conversation Questions for Teenagers and Adults

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….
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Choose your Own Adventure ESL Writing Activity

Choose your Own Adventure ESL Writing Activity

Group writing activities are not that easy to come by as writing is generally an individual activity. However, this Choose…
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Apples to Apples Vocabulary Game for Kids, Teenagers and Adults

Apples to Apples Vocabulary Game for Kids, Teenagers and Adults

Are you looking for a fun, engaging vocabulary game for ESL students? Then this one should be at the top…
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English Central | YouTube for English Teaching | Videos for ESL

English Central | YouTube for English Teaching | Videos for ESL

Do you like to use videos in your classes, but have a difficult time finding the one on YouTube that…
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Current Events Presentation Project | Presentation Topics

Current Events Presentation Project | Presentation Topics

If you’re looking for an interesting activity to mix things up a bit in your intermediate or advanced classes, check…
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Fortunately Unfortunately Speaking and Listening Activity

Fortunately Unfortunately Speaking and Listening Activity

I love to have a few no-prep, no materials required ESL speaking and listening activities in my back pocket. I’m…
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ESL Speaking Bingo | Conversation Bingo Game for Kids and Adults

ESL Speaking Bingo | Conversation Bingo Game for Kids and Adults

Bingo, it’s a classic ESL Game that most teacher’s like to play in class. The only real problem is that…
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Retell the Story 1-2-3 | Speaking Fluency Activity for ESL Students

Retell the Story 1-2-3 | Speaking Fluency Activity for ESL Students

In many ESL textbooks, you’ll probably notice that many of the activities are more focused on accuracy. This makes a…
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What are you Cooking? A 4-Skills ESL Activity

What are you Cooking? A 4-Skills ESL Activity

4-skills ESL activities and games are kind of like the holy grail of English teaching and I’m always on the…
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Presentation Projects for ESL/EFL Students | ESL Presentation Ideas

Presentation Projects for ESL/EFL 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….
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Draw a Picture While Someone Else is Talking | Fun ESL Speaking Activity

Draw a Picture While Someone Else is Talking | Fun ESL Speaking Activity

If you want to have a bit of fun with your students, then considering using, “Draw a Picture” ESL speaking…
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Do You Like to _____? | ESL Speaking Activity

Do You Like to _____? | ESL Speaking Activity

Are you looking for a simple, fun ESL speaking activity for beginner-level students, one that doesn’t require any preparation or…
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How to Speak English Better | Learn English on YouTube

How to Speak English Better | Learn English on YouTube

So you want to speak English better? Then it’s good that you found your way to this blog post! We’re…
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Rocks Scissor Paper ESL Speaking Game | Fun ESL Activity Kids

Rocks Scissor Paper ESL Speaking Game | Fun ESL Activity Kids

Are you looking for some fun ESL activities and games to incorporate into your classes? Then you’ve come to the…
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English Idioms, Phrases & Expressions: The Best of Both Worlds

English Idioms, Phrases & Expressions: The Best of Both Worlds

Check out this lesson plan, The Best of Both Worlds, filled with helpful English idioms, expressions and phrases. It’s ideal…
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