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ESL Speaking Games and Activities | TEFL Speaking Lessons Plan Ideas

Do you want to help students improve their English speaking ability? Then you'll need to check out these ESL Speaking activities and games. You can find TEFL speaking games for young learners, teens, and adults.

ESL Classroom Management Tips and Tricks | Teaching ESL

ESL Classroom Management Tips and Tricks | Teaching ESL

If you want to get better at managing an ESL classroom, then you’re in the right place. We have tips,…
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Last Day of School Ideas for Games, Activities & More

Last Day of School Ideas for Games, Activities & More

If you’re looking for some fun last day of school activity ideas then you’re definitely in the right place! Check…
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Giving Instructions: Tips for Teachers | Teaching ESL Abroad

Giving Instructions: Tips for Teachers | Teaching ESL Abroad

So, what’s the deal with giving instructions to ESL/EFL students. Do you slow it down and make it simple enough?…
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Things That Come in Pairs: List, Pictures & Chart of Pairs of Things

Things That Come in Pairs: List, Pictures & Chart of Pairs of Things

If you’re looking for things that come in pairs, in English, you’re in the right place. Keep on reading for…
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Role Play Topics and Ideas for ESL | ESL Role Playing Activity

Role Play Topics and Ideas for ESL | ESL Role Playing Activity

One of the best things to do with ESL beginners is a role play. ESL role playing activities are ideal…
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Adjectives for N | Describing Words that Start with the Letter N

Adjectives for N | Describing Words that Start with the Letter N

If you want to learn the most common adjectives for N, you’re in the right place. Keep on reading for…
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Dictogloss ESL Listening Game

Dictogloss ESL Listening Game

Are you looking for an ESL activity that hits almost all the skills at the same time? Sure, what English…
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Adjectives for A List | Describing Words that Start With A

Adjectives for A List | Describing Words that Start With A

If you’re looking for a list of adjectives for A, you’re in the right place! Keep on reading to learn…
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How to Motivate ESL Students | Motivating English Learners

How to Motivate ESL Students | Motivating English Learners

If you’re looking for some ideas on how to motivate ESL students, then you’re in the right place. I’m going…
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Most Common Questions and Possible Answers in English

Most Common Questions and Possible Answers in English

Are you looking for some of the most common questions in English? If yes, you’re at the right place! We…
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List of 5 Letter Words with No Vowels in English

List of 5 Letter Words with No Vowels in English

Can you think of a five-letter word without vowels? It’s pretty tricky, isn’t it? In this article, we’re going to…
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Most Popular American Food List with Their Origins

Most Popular American Food List with Their Origins

Food is essential for human survival, but it also provides joy and satisfaction. People have different food preferences, which can…
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Easter ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

Easter ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

Are you looking for some of the best Easter ESL worksheets, Easter lesson plans, vocabulary lists, Easter classroom games, activities,…
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ESL St. Patrick’s Day Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

ESL St. Patrick’s Day Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

If you’re looking for some of the best Saint Patrick’s Day ESL games and activities, then you’re certainly in the…
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50 Valentine’s Day Would You Rather Questions

50 Valentine’s Day Would You Rather Questions

Valentine’s Day is synonymous with love, laughter, and memorable moments. If you’re planning a celebration filled with fun and connection,…
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Animals that Start with A | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

Animals that Start with A | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

How many animals can you think of that start with A? There are actually over 190 animals that start with…
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ESL Conversation Topics for Beginners | Top 20 TEFL Topics

ESL Conversation Topics for Beginners | Top 20 TEFL Topics

If you want to know what to talk about with your ESL beginners, you’re in the right place. Check out…
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Phrasal Verbs ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Other Resources

Phrasal Verbs ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Other Resources

A phrasal verb is a verb that’s combined with an adverb or preposition to give the verb a different meaning….
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No Prep Games and Activities ESL | For Last-Minute Classes

No Prep Games and Activities ESL | For Last-Minute Classes

If you’re looking for some of the best no prep ESL games and activities, then you’re in the right place!…
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Animals that Start with I | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

Animals that Start with I | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

How many animals can you think of that start with I? It’s quite difficult, isn’t it? No worries! We’ve got…
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Top 30 Ways to Respond to “What Are You Doing?” in English

Top 30 Ways to Respond to “What Are You Doing?” in English

One of the most frequently asked questions in English would probably be, “What are you doing?” It might seem like…
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20 Most Common Adjectives that Start with B

20 Most Common Adjectives that Start with B

An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun (a person, place, thing, or idea). It adds more…
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List of English Words with Silent Letters

List of English Words with Silent Letters

Silent letters, as the name suggests, are letters within a word that are not pronounced when the word is spoken…
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Fun Activities for Middle School Students: Games & Lesson Ideas

Fun Activities for Middle School Students: Games & Lesson Ideas

If you’re looking for some fun games for middle school students, you’re definitely in the right place. Keep on reading…
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Categories List: People, Science, Home, School, Animals & More

Categories List: People, Science, Home, School, Animals & More

If you’re looking for a list of categories, you’re in the right place. Have a look at this categories list…
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How Have You Been: Meaning and How to Reply in English

How Have You Been: Meaning and How to Reply in English

You’ve probably heard someone saying, “How have you been?” to you or someone else. It is a very common phrase…
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Animals that Start with J | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

Animals that Start with J | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

How many animals can you think of that start with J? Whether you’re an animal lover or an English learner…
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Common Words that Start with A in English with Images

Common Words that Start with A in English with Images

Did you know that there are over 16,000 words that start with the letter A in the English language? That’s…
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ESL Activities for Kindergarten: Fun ESL Kindergarten Activities

ESL Activities for Kindergarten: Fun ESL Kindergarten Activities

If you teach English to kindergarten kids, you don’t need me to tell you that it can a little bit…
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List of Animals that Start with U with Pictures and Fun Facts

List of Animals that Start with U with Pictures and Fun Facts

Are you an animal lover? Check out our list of animals that start with the letter “U.” See how many…
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19 Laboratory Equipment Names in English with Pictures

19 Laboratory Equipment Names in English with Pictures

Learning new vocabulary words is a big part of the English learning journey. However, there are so many words out…
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20 Ways to Say Have a Good Day in English

20 Ways to Say Have a Good Day in English

Do you remember the last time someone said “Have a good day” to you? How did you feel? Let me…
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30 Ways to Say Happy Birthday | Birthday Wishes

30 Ways to Say Happy Birthday | Birthday Wishes

Birthdays are fun days to celebrate, whether it’s your own or someone else’s. In English, we often say “Happy Birthday,”…
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Gardening Tool Names in English with Pictures

Gardening Tool Names in English with Pictures

Gardening is taking care of plants, like flowers, vegetables, or herbs, in a garden or outdoor space. It involves planting…
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Modal Verbs Games and Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Modal Verbs Games and Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

If you’re looking for some modal verb activities, games, worksheets or lesson plans, then you’re certainly in the right place….
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Whiteboard Games and Activities for ESL Classes

Whiteboard Games and Activities for ESL Classes

Do you want to rock the chalk in a big way? Then turn it over to your students and let…
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First Conditional Games, Activities, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

First Conditional Games, Activities, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

If you’re looking for some of the best first conditional games and activities, then you’re definitely in the right place!…
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Animals that Start with T | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

Animals that Start with T | Names, Pictures, Fun Facts

How many animals can you think of that start with T? If you are an animal lover, this is a…
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Common Words that Start with Y in English with Images

Common Words that Start with Y in English with Images

In the English language, there are over 1,000 words that start with the letter Y. That’s roughly 0.31% of all…
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Sentences Structure Games | Fun Sentence Building Activities for ESL

Sentences Structure Games | Fun Sentence Building Activities for ESL

Are you looking for some fun, engaging sentences structure games and activities for ESL? Yes? Then keep on reading because…
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Telling Time Activities, Games & Worksheets for ESL Students

Telling Time Activities, Games & Worksheets for ESL Students

Telling time can be a little bit tricky for English learners. First of all, there are digital as well as…
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ESL Food Games and Activities | Fun Food and Drink Games for ESL

ESL Food Games and Activities | Fun Food and Drink Games for ESL

The food unit is a classic in most ESL textbooks, especially for beginners and intermediates. However, it can get a…
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Was Were Activities, Worksheets, Games, Lesson Plans for ESL

Was Were Activities, Worksheets, Games, Lesson Plans for ESL

If you’re looking for some of the best ideas for teaching the verb “to be” in the past tense (was/were),…
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Debate Topics: Funny, Silly, Controversial, Interesting and More!

Debate Topics: Funny, Silly, Controversial, Interesting and More!

If you’re looking for some of the top debate topics, then you’re certainly in the right place. Keep on reading…
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Travel & Holidays ESL Games, Worksheets | ESL Travel Activities

Travel & Holidays ESL Games, Worksheets | ESL Travel Activities

If you need some fresh, new ideas for the ESL travel and holiday unit that you can find in most…
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Past Continuous Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans ESL

Past Continuous Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans ESL

If you’re looking for some Past Continuous games, activities, worksheets and lesson plans, then you’re certainly in the right place….
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ESL Activities for Teenagers | Fun Games for Teens English Learners

ESL Activities for Teenagers | Fun Games for Teens English Learners

If you’re looking for some of the best ESL games and activities for teens, then you’re in the right place….
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Round Robin Story: A Fun ESL Writing Activity for All Ages

Round Robin Story: A Fun ESL Writing Activity for All Ages

Round Robin story is a fun ESL activity that focuses on speaking and listening. It’s great for all ages and…
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List of Animals that Start with E with Pictures

List of Animals that Start with E with Pictures

Are you an animal lover? We got a list of animals that start with the letter “e.” See how many…
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How to Do an Informative Speech | ESL Public Speaking

How to Do an Informative Speech | ESL Public Speaking

Delivering an informative speech goes beyond merely sharing facts. It involves capturing your audience’s attention, imparting knowledge, and leaving a…
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Daily Routines ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

Daily Routines ESL Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

If you’re looking for some of the best daily routines activities and games for ESL, then you’re in the right…
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ESL Grammar Activities, Games, Worksheets and Online Practice

ESL Grammar Activities, Games, Worksheets and Online Practice

Do you want to incorporate some fun ESL grammar activities or games into your classes? Then you’re most certainly in…
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List of Daily Routine Activities in English with Pictures

List of Daily Routine Activities in English with Pictures

Building your vocabulary is one of the most impactful ways to improve your English language skills. Our list of daily…
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Top 10 ESL Teacher Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Top 10 ESL Teacher Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Do you want to level up your English teaching? I’m sure you do! Then keep on reading for my top…
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List of Classroom Objects in English with Pictures | English Vocabulary

List of Classroom Objects in English with Pictures | English Vocabulary

What can you see inside a classroom? You’ll probably see a lot of things that students have brought or stuff…
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Juneteenth Lesson Plans, Activities, Worksheets & More

Juneteenth Lesson Plans, Activities, Worksheets & More

Juneteenth is an important holiday in the USA that celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people. It was first celebrated on…
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How to Do a Demonstration Speech | ESL Presentation Lesson

How to Do a Demonstration Speech | ESL Presentation Lesson

Delivering an effective demonstration speech is a skill that transcends language barriers. It is a type of speech that you…
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Small Talk Ideas for ESL Lessons and Conversation Classes

Small Talk Ideas for ESL Lessons and Conversation Classes

If you’re looking for some small talk ideas for teaching English language learners, here are some of the best topics,…
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List of Words that Describe Winter in English with Pictures

List of Words that Describe Winter in English with Pictures

Winter is such a wonderful season! Although it is so cold and requires us to wear warm winter clothes, this…
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Types of Shoes (List with Pictures) | Different Kinds of Shoes

Types of Shoes (List with Pictures) | Different Kinds of Shoes

If you want to learn the different types of shoes, you’re in the right place. Have a look at this…
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Math Vocabulary Words in English | Mathematical Words List

Math Vocabulary Words in English | Mathematical Words List

If you’re looking for the English names of some of the most common math vocabulary words, you’re in the right…
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Biggest Animals in the World List | Large Animal Names in English

Biggest Animals in the World List | Large Animal Names in English

If you want to learn the names of the biggest animals in the world, you’re in the right place. Keep…
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Tips for Teaching English Language Learners

Tips for Teaching English Language Learners

Are you an ELL (English Language Learner) teacher searching for ESL teaching strategies? If you’re looking to level up your…
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20 Valentine’s Day Phrases and Idioms | Romantic English Expressions

20 Valentine’s Day Phrases and Idioms | Romantic English Expressions

Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love and affection, is just around the corner. As an ESL student, immersing yourself in…
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Reported Speech Games, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

Reported Speech Games, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans

If you’re looking for some of the best reported speech games and activities, then you’re certainly in the right place….
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Negative Character Traits (List in English, with Pictures)

Negative Character Traits (List in English, with Pictures)

If you’re looking for a list of negative character traits, you’re in the right place! Keep on reading for some…
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ESL Valentine’s Day Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & More

ESL Valentine’s Day Activities, Games, Lesson Plans & More

If you’re looking for some fun ESL Valentine’s day games, activities, lesson plans, vocabulary, worksheets, and more, then you’re definitely…
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Irregular Verb Activities for ESL | Lesson Plans & Worksheets

Irregular Verb Activities for ESL | Lesson Plans & Worksheets

Are you looking for some interesting, engaging irregular verb activities and games for your ESL/EFL classes? Then you’re most certainly…
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Homonyms Examples with Pictures | Homonyms with Sentences

Homonyms Examples with Pictures | Homonyms with Sentences

Homonyms are words that sound alike but have different meanings. Check out these homonyms examples with pictures, along with homonym…
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Passive Games and Activities ESL | Resources for Passive Voice

Passive Games and Activities ESL | Resources for Passive Voice

If you’re looking for some passive games for ESL, then you’re certainly in the right place. Keep on reading for…
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New Year Expressions, Phrases, Greetings & Idioms

New Year Expressions, Phrases, Greetings & Idioms

If you’re looking some some expressions, phrases, idioms or greetings to ring the new year in, in style, then you’re…
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Teach Articles? ESL Articles Practice, Activities & Worksheets

Teach Articles? ESL Articles Practice, Activities & Worksheets

Let’s be real. If you teach articles, it can be a little bit dry. But, it really is possible to…
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ESL Christmas Activities + Games, Worksheets, Vocabulary, Lesson Plans

ESL Christmas Activities + Games, Worksheets, Vocabulary, Lesson Plans

When you teach a language, you’re usually teaching a lot of vocabulary and grammar. Vocabulary is the words we use,…
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30 Deep Philosophical Questions that are Thought-Provoking

30 Deep Philosophical Questions that are Thought-Provoking

Are you looking for questions to discuss with friends, colleagues, or students? Try our deep philosophical questions, which are fun,…
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Common Electronic Devices in English (List & Pictures) | Electronic Items

Common Electronic Devices in English (List & Pictures) | Electronic Items

In the 21st century, people are surrounded by electronic devices. You probably won’t be able to imagine a day without…
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Thanksgiving ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

Thanksgiving ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans

Are you looking for some of the best Thanksgiving ESL activities and games, along with lesson plans, worksheets, vocabulary lists…
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Teaching Months of the Year ESL (Games, Activities, Lesson Plans)

Teaching Months of the Year ESL (Games, Activities, Lesson Plans)

Teaching the months of the year doesn’t have to be boring! There are lots of fun ESL games and activities…
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Christmas Expressions & Idioms | Phrases for the Holidays

Christmas Expressions & Idioms | Phrases for the Holidays

If you want to learn some of the most popular Christmas expressions, sayings, idioms, and phrases, you’re in the right…
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Buy Nothing Day ESL Activities, Games, Lessons & Worksheets

Buy Nothing Day ESL Activities, Games, Lessons & Worksheets

Buy Nothing Day is an alternative to Black Friday and in the USA, Canada, and many parts of Europe, it’s…
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ESL Shopping Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans and More

ESL Shopping Activities, Games, Worksheets, Lesson Plans and More

Ah, the ESL shopping unit. It’s a classic on in many beginner and intermediate ESL/EFL textbooks but it can be…
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ESL Drill Activities and Games | Ideas for English Drilling Exercises

ESL Drill Activities and Games | Ideas for English Drilling Exercises

If you’re looking for some fun and interactive ESL drill activities and games, you’re in the right place. Keep on…
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There Is There Are Games, Activities, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

There Is There Are Games, Activities, Lesson Plans & Worksheets

If you’re looking for some of the best there is there are games and activities, along with lesson plans, worksheets…
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Teaching Language Methods and Approaches: TPR, CLT, TBL

Teaching Language Methods and Approaches: TPR, CLT, TBL

There are various teaching language methods and approaches that have been used throughout history. And there are certainly some, including…
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Sequence Words List: More than 50 Examples in English

Sequence Words List: More than 50 Examples in English

Sequence words or linking words help us understand what’s happening in a story of a piece of text. They tell…
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Birthday Would You Rather Questions | This or That Birthday

Birthday Would You Rather Questions | This or That Birthday

If you’re looking for some fun birthday would you rather questions, you’re in the right place! We have lots of…
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Singular and Plural Noun Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Singular and Plural Noun Activities, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Do you want some fresh, new ideas for singular and plural nouns? Then you’ll definitely want to check out these…
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Word Categories Games & Activities for English Learners

Word Categories Games & Activities for English Learners

If you’re looking for some ESL games and activities for word categories, then you’re certainly in the right place. Keep…
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Thanksgiving Trivia for Kids (with Answers)

Thanksgiving Trivia for Kids (with Answers)

If you’re looking for some fun and easy Thanksgiving trivia for kids, you’re in the right place! Keep on reading…
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Linking Verb Games & Activities | Helping and Auxiliary Verbs ESL

Linking Verb Games & Activities | Helping and Auxiliary Verbs ESL

If you’re looking for some of the top games and activities to teach helping verbs, linking verbs or auxiliary verbs,…
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Halloween ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

Halloween ESL Activities, Games, Worksheets & Lesson Plans

If you’re looking for Halloween ESL games, activities, lesson plan ideas and worksheets, then you’re certainly in the right place….
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