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Enhance your ESL classroom with activities designed to support English language learners. This collection offers interactive games, conversational exercises, and cultural activities that promote language acquisition. Engage your students with resources that help develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment.
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Let's Talk About Carnival Board Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Games, Activities
Let's Talk About Carnival is a printable board game that builds English language skills. Students take turns rolling dice and moving spaces on the brightly colored game board. They read the question on the space aloud then verbally answer with a peer. This resource sparks conversation through engaging carnival themes. Educators can differentiate instruction by adjusting the activities. For example, students can write responses individually or in groups, practice forming questions, have a partner answer instead, and more. Use the game to assess mastery in reading, speaking, listening, and writing. The simple format works well for scaffolding both English Language Learners and younger elementary students working on early literacy skills. Print it out and see meaningful progress as students advance spaces while increasing their vocabulary.
Author Better Teaching Resources
Tags Board Game, Literacy Activity, ESL Activity, Whole Group, Writing Prompts, Writing Extensions, Conversation Starters, Dialogue, Communication Skills
Patriot Day Lapbook with Reading Comprehension Activities
ELA, Holiday & Seasonal, Social Studies, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, ESL, History, History: USA, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Projects
Empower your 4th to 6th grade learners to learn about Patriot Day with this engaging and educational project! This comprehensive lapbook and reading comprehension project is the perfect way for students to learn about the history and significance of Patriot Day. The project includes a reading text that explores the background of the holiday, its history, key symbols, the people behind it, and a timeline. Students will also complete a variety of worksheet activities that will help them create their own lapbook project. With this interactive activity , students can apply their knowledge and express their gratitude for the heroic first responders and civilians who have sacrificed their lives. This is a great way to celebrate Patriot Day and promote patriotism in your classroom or homeschool. Features: •Engaging and educational reading text •Varied worksheet activities •Hands-on lapbook project •Perfect for 4th to 6th grade learners •Also great for ESL/EFL students and homeschoolers Benefits: •Improves English language skills •Develops a deeper understanding of Patriot Day •Promotes appreciation of Patriot Day •Encourages creativity and expression Content Pages: A. Instruction page B. Reading Text C. Reading comprehension activities D. Lapbook Contents 1. Front cover 2. 2 Name pages for individual and group project 3. Inner title overlap 4. Patriot Day foldable 5. Holiday History foldable 6. Patriot Day Symbols 7. Notable people page 8. Patriot Day timeline
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Patriot Day, Patriot Day Project, Patriot Day ELA, Patriot Day Lapbook
Total Recall Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
This Total Recall Activity is a great way for students to share stories about different experiences from their lives to build their speaking and listening skills. This is a great way for teachers to get to know their students better and help them build important communication skills.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Speaking And Listening
MATCHING & MEMORY BOARDS WITH STRIPS| FOOTWEAR
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Language Development, ESL, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities
Matching and Memory Boards with Strips: Footwear Use these colorful matching and memory boards with detachable image strips to help students build visual perception, attention, memory, and language skills. The footwear-themed boards and strips can be implemented in small groups, centers , or whole class to reinforce learning in a engaging way. With a colored and black-and-white version included, this versatile resource works for a wide range of early learning needs. Teachers can use the boards for recognizing images, pointing activities, cut-and-paste crafts, coloring sheets, and more. The image strips are not ordered sequentially, allowing adaptation for use on screens. Appropriate for early learning, preschool, kindergarten, and first grade, this set helps build skills essential for early literacy and learning. Educators can incorporate these fun matching games and memory activities into lessons or therapy for general education students as well as English Language Learners.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Vocabulary, Match To Sample, Visual Perception, Memory, Mats, Sped, Words Aside
Meet A Celebrity Role Play Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities
This resource is a Meet A Celebrity Role Play Activity . Students will love acting out a variety of scenarios while practicing language skills. Directions are included.
Author Golden Promise
Tags Role Play, Skits, Celebrity, ESL, Interview
Reading Passages on Life Cycles of Organisms (Videos)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Resources for Teachers, Grade 2, 3, 4, Teacher Tools, Activities
Accompanying Videos Based on Reading Passages on Life Cycles of Organisms for Life Science (Biology) These accompanying videos contain scripts extracted from the Science Reading Passages series. With stock footage, subtitles, voiceovers, animation and diagrams, they will help students understand the topic more. Ideal for starting or ending a lesson, each video runs at less than 5 minutes and is at least 95% identical to the passage itself. What's inside? Part 2 Videos - Life Cycles of Organisms Reading Passage 1: The Life Cycle of Plants Reading Passage 2: The Life Cycle of Animals Reading Passage 3: Heredity Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Targeted for students in 3rd and 4th grades, these reading passages are enhanced with illustrations and graphs to elucidate critical points. Each lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards, allowing you to integrate science reading practice effortlessly, knowing that minimal preparation is needed on your part. Each passage comes with a variety of questions in different formats, including multiple-choice formats, data analysis, and fill-in-the-blanks. The topics covered strike a balance between engaging content and core curriculum -based science subjects. Versatile in application, these lessons are suitable for a variety of settings such as whole-class instruction, morning activities, independent desk work, small group discussions, contingency plans for substitute teachers, homework assignments, or even special holiday-themed tasks. Grade 3/4 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Properties of Objects and Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 2 - Position and Motion of Objects Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 3 - Light, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 1 - Characteristics of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 2 - Life Cycles of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 3 - Organisms and Environments Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 1 - Properties of Earth Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 2 - Changes in the Earth and Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 3 - Objects in the Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .
Author Cored Education
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Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Life Science, Biology, Science Assessments, Reading Comprehension Assessments, Vocabulary Assessments
Handball Speaking Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Games, Activities
Handball Speaking Game This printable handball speaking game provides a fun way for students to build dialogue and speaking skills. The game includes 1 game board that can be printed in color or black and white. Students in grades 1-4 can play this whole group or small group to increase engagement while developing English language abilities. To play, students move game pieces from one space to the next reading prompts and answering questions. As students take turns rolling the dice and moving, they build confidence speaking with peers. With 120 unique speaking prompts, this handball game encourages dialogue on a variety of topics. Use it in your next language arts or ESL lesson to liven up speaking practice!
Author Better Teaching Resources
Tags ESL Activity, Speaking Activity, Small Group, Speaking Games, Handball, Exercise, Physical Education, Sports, Dialogue, Literacy
SAMPLE Grade 4 Vocabulary (McGraw-Hill Wonders) Week 1 of Units 1-6
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 4, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Games
Sample Grade 4 Vocabulary (McGraw-Hill Wonders) Week 1 of Units 1-6 Teaching Resource This comprehensive resource is a perfect fit for fourth-grade teachers or homeschoolers focusing on language arts- particularly ESL, spelling, vocabulary, and writing. It thereby ensures a balanced learning experience. Components: Vocabulary Lists: Each list includes the word’s definition, part of speech and an example sentence that ensures learners grasp not only the word's meaning but also its usage context. Vocabulary Test : This two-part test challenges students to write down vocabulary words based on definitions in Part1 and form sentences in Part2. Word Search:A fun engagement tool promoting interactive self-learning. An excellent addition to homework tasks or group activities! Answer Keys:Included for grading speed post- test administration. Remember when printing to only select pages one through three! The resource structure applies consistency across weeks one through six with changing unit themes thus stimulating continued interest amongst learners whilst aiding retention at smoother rates. The vocabulary includes varied terms such as 'brainstorm', 'flattened', 'jumble' - hence holistically nurturing the Grade 4 linguistic lexicon. We are open to all queries, comments & suggestions! Explore this valuable teaching resource that promises enriching sessions teeming with diverse language discovery.
Author Tom's Talk
Tags Vocabulary, Language Arts, ESL, Spelling, Writing
Core Semantics Mats + Cards: Garden Pack
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Language Development, Pre-Reading, ESL, Vocabulary, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Flashcards, Activities
Core Semantics Mats + Cards: Garden Pack This educational resource builds language skills using images of common garden items. With 13 pages of colored and black-and-white flashcards , it promotes vocabulary building, cognitive development, and communication. Use the cards for open-ended writing prompts, conversation starters, group activities, match-to-sample games, and more. These materials are suitable for a range of needs, including special education, speech therapy, ESL, and early reading skills. Print or display the cards for whole-class, small-group, or individual practice. Send task cards home for parents to reinforce lessons. Laminate pages to create durable materials. This pack helps develop comprehension, expression, speech, following instructions, memory, and other abilities. It can be combined with other titles in the series to build reasoning, categorization, and logic skills.
Author WORDS ASIDE
Tags Occupational Therapy, Speech And Language Therapy, Sped, Vocabulary, Semantics, Cards, Communication, Match To Sample, Conversation, Minibook
Friendship or Dating Role Play Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities
This resource is a Friendship or Dating Role Play Activity . Students will love applying their language skills as they act out a variety of scenarios. Directions are included.
Author Golden Promise
Tags Friendship, Role Play, World Languages, ELA, Skits
Let's Talk About Music – ESL Board Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities
Let's Talk About Music Board Game offers educators an entertaining way to build students' English language skills. This printable board game includes a game board and dice to spark engaging conversations about music. Students take turns rolling the dice and moving spaces on the board. They read the music question out loud and answer with a partner or small group. The simple yet thoughtful questions allow learners to practice vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English. Educators can facilitate gameplay with individuals, pairs, or groups of 3-4 students. They can modify the activities to meet diverse needs - from beginning ESL students to more advanced English speakers. Overall, this versatile resource enhances language learning through lively interaction across ability levels. The musical theme and multi-sensory activities captivate interest while systematically strengthening literacy.
Author Better Teaching Resources
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Tags Board Game, Speaking Games, Speaking Skills, Writing Prompts, ESL Activity, Partner Activity, Literacy Center, Dice Game, Small Group
Reading Passages on Plate Tectonics and Rock Cycle (Videos)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Common Core, ESL, Language Development, Grade 5, 6, 7, Teacher Tools, Activities
Accompanying Videos Based on Reading Passages on Plate Tectonics and Rock Cycle for Earth Science These accompanying videos contain scripts extracted from the Science Reading Passages series. With stock footage, subtitles, voiceovers, animation and diagrams, they will help students understand the topic more. Ideal for starting or ending a lesson, each video runs at less than 5 minutes and is at least 95% identical to the passage itself. What's inside? Part 1 Videos - Plate Tectonics & Rock Cycle Reading Passage1: Plate Tectonics Reading Passage2: Rock Cycle Erosion and Deposition Reading Passage3: Properties of Rocks and Minerals Reading Passage4: Geological Time Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Introducing a comprehensive resource tailored for 5th and 6th graders, this product offers enriching reading passages supplemented with illustrative pictures and graphs to clarify key concepts. Aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), it offers a hassle-free approach to teaching, given that the bulk of the preparation is already done for you. The passages present a diverse set of questions – from multiple choice to data analysis and fill-in-the-blanks. This ensures a rich blend of high-interest content and fundamental curriculum-based science themes. With its versatility, you can seamlessly integrate these lessons into various classroom settings, whether it's whole class discussions, morning exercises, independent desk tasks, small group engagements, contingency plans for substitute teachers, regular homework assignments, or even themed activities for holidays. FULL CATALOG OF DOWNLOAD LINKS HERE Grade 5/6 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Physical and Chemical Properties Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 2 - Motion and Energy Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Physical Science Part 3 - Electricity and Magnets Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 1 - Cells, Reproduction and Genetics Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 2 - Human Body Systems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Life Science Part 3 - Plant Parts and Ecosystems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 1 - Plate Tectonics and Rock Cycle Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 2 - Ocean Exploration and Natural Resources Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos Earth Science Part 3 - Weather and Solar System Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Free Supplementary Pack Accompanying Videos For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .
Author Cored Education
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Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Ccss, Common Core, Earth Science
Can You Tell Us More? Speaking and Listening Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
This activity is great for helping students to practice their speaking and listening skills. It can be used to help students deepen their understanding of a topic.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Speaking And Listening
All About Me: No-prep Activity for ESL Beginners & Young Learners' First Class
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
All About Me: No-prep Activity for ESL Beginners & Young Learners' First Class This innovative teaching resource is designed to overcome initial barriers for early learners in grades kindergarten through third grade, beginning English as a Second Language (ESL). Ball About Me - The Highlight Here, students can share about themselves on a spherical template which includes: Their name, Age, A self-portrait, Details about family members, Their favorite food, song , sport, and color. This activity helps significantly in language development and social skills among children. It encourages various forms of self-expression while appreciating others' unique identities. Note: Everything required for Ball About Me is included so you can start using it immediately within your classes. Suitability beyond conventional methods: - Suitable for different types of learners. - This add-on can be utilized amidst larger group sessions or take-home assignments too. Lorem ipsum. > Involves creativity while fostering peer relationships: . - Compatible with Language Arts subject. - Especially suitable for ESL sub-categories Last Wordings : Teachers seeking ways to enhance early ESL education will find immense value in this thoughtful interactive resource that broadens the horizons beyond traditional learning styles.
Author The Laughing Linguist
Tags ESL Beginners, Young Learners, Ice Breaker Activity, All About Me, Language Development
Basketball Speaking Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Games, Activities
This is a Basketball Speaking Game that comes with 1 game board. This board can be printed in color or black and white. It is a fun way to increase dialogue and build speaking skills amongst your learners. Students will move from one space to the next reading and then answering the questions.
Author Better Teaching Resources
Tags Basketball, Speaking Game, Board Game, Dialogue, ESL Activity, Dice Game, Whole Group, Small Group, Sports
School Life Skit Project
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Projects
This resource is a School Life Skit Project. Students will imagine that two interesting characters meet each other and they talk about many things to get to know each other. Within this project, students will be writing, asking comprehension questions and presenting. Directions and a rubric are included.
Author Golden Promise
Tags School Life, August, Skit, Project, ESL
New ESL-EFL-TESOL Lesson Plan on Artificial Intelligence! + QR Code
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Activities, Projects
Brand New English Second Language (ESL, EFL, TESOL) Lesson Plan on Artificial Intelligence (AI)! QR Code Included! Great for Intermediate Advanced Level Learners This amazing PDF ESL, EFL, TESOL Intermediate Advanced (Teens) Artificial Intelligence Lesson Plan (Picture description, listening comprehension and writing/speaking) for ESL Teachers is ideal to stimulate English Learning within ESL, EFL students. Potential learners for this Activity are high schoolers (Teens), adults and university learners. This Teaching Resources is also suitable for ESL Centers Abroad and Nerdy ESL, EFL, TESOL Tutors or private teachers, educators (be it online, be it offline). This PDF format ESL/EFL/TESOL Lesson Plan (13 Pages, Slides) includes: a brief Introduction to Alan Turing (father of modern days' computer and code breaker) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) a Picture Description Activity with 4 Pictures of Computers' Evolution through History (from the first models to nowadaus' Sophia the Robot) a Listening activity (with Answer Keys in the bottom; last slide/page) with QR Code-Linked YouTube Video a Writing or speaking Activity (educator/teacher can choose based on their teaching objectives): the next steps of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Evolution within STEM, "can artificial intelligence really be helpful for us" and the replication of human intelligence through (AI) (what does it mean to be human, what is typically human?) This ESL, EFL, TESOL Teaching Resource (lesson plan) is great for Intermediate Advanced English as a second language learners. It aims to make students think on nowadays' topics such as Artificial Intelligence and philosophical issues such "what makes us human". ESL with Alan is a Brand New ESL, EFL, TESOL Store that aims to help English as a Second Language Teachers, Educators and Tutors (be it online or offline) to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating environment. Never Forget! Learning is fun, So should English! If you want to browse more of my PDF ESL, EFL, TESOL Teaching Resources, click here ESL with Alan! This PDF Resource can also be great for adult and Higher education ESL, EFL, TESOL Classes!
Author Learning with Alan
Tags ESL, EFL, TESOL, Artificial Intelligence, Lesson Plan, Activities, Listening Comprehension, Teens, Nerd, Alan Turing
SAMPLE Grade 6 Vocabulary (McGraw-Hill Wonders) Week 1 of Units 1-6
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Grade 6, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Games
SAMPLE Grade 6 Vocabulary (McGraw-Hill Wonders) Week 1 of Units 1-6 Primarily designed to facilitate vocabulary acquisition and reinforcement specific to Grade 6, it concentrates on the first week across units one through six, utilizing words from McGraw-Hill Reading Wonders. This resource becomes an essential tool for whole group instruction or smaller break out sessions, individual homework assignments or independent studies. It includes comprehensive vocabulary lists where each word is defined, its part of speech identified, and used in example sentences to provide context. Vocabulary Tests To enhance learning and improve retention rates, a two-part test is provided for each unit week. These tests can be used by students to note down prompted vocabulary words from given definitions or fill in missing words in sentences thereby applying their newly gained knowledge practically. Fun Learning Activity : Word Search An appealing feature of this product is the word search activity that adds elements of fun while improving vocabulary skills. Each word search houses all vocabulary words from the respective week's unit serving as a brilliant tool for both class activities and homework assignments. Included Answer Keys For Effective Evaluation Educators are assisted with handy answer keys that provide solutions for both sections of the vocabulary test thus saving invaluable time while ensuring accuracy. The SAMPLE resource contains pertinent terms such as 'consolation', 'threshold' (Unit 1), ‘artifact’, ’yields’ (Unit 2) up till Unit six featuring key words like 'commodity', 'significant'. These varied terms cut across multiple themes allowing students attain a well-rounded understanding correspondent to grade level language arts essentials. While this resource is primarily aimed at Language Arts educators with goals focused on Spelling and Vocabulary development, it is equally serviceable across ESL teaching paradigms as well as for any educator in need of sturdy tools to enhance student writing practices. To conclude, educators armed with SAMPLE Grade 6 Vocabulary (McGraw-Hill Wonders) Week 1 of Units 1-6 can be assured that they are equipped with an extensive, practical and easily accessible tool to achieve Grade 6 foundational vocabulary targets effectively. .
Author Tom's Talk
Tags Vocabulary Acquisition, Vocabulary Reinforcement, Language Arts Instruction, Vocabulary Test, Word Search
Asking and Answering Questions Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
This activity helps students to ask and answer questions in a collaborative conversation with diverse partners. This is a great way for students to engage with each other and learn more about the topic.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Speaking And Listening, Asking And Answering Questions Activities
Dorm Roommates Role Play Activity
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities
This resource is a Dorm Roommates Role Play Activity . Students will enjoy acting out a variety of scenarios while applying their language skills. Directions are included.
Author Golden Promise
Tags College, Dorm, Role Play, Language Skit, ESL
Let's Talk About Sports – ESL Speaking Board Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Elementary, Games, Activities
Let's Talk About Sports Board Game is a printable game for building English language skills. Students take turns rolling dice and moving game pieces, then read and answer questions about sports vocabulary. With topics like soccer, basketball, baseball, and more, it strengthens language abilities. Educators can facilitate whole class, small groups, pairs, or independent practice. Differentiation ideas include verbal responses, written answers, asking/answering questions in turn, and making it a race to the finish. This versatile resource allows assessing student progress. Suitable for both native and English Language Learners in grades K-2, it encourages participation and scaffolds language growth through an engaging board game format.
Author Better Teaching Resources
Tags Sports, Literacy Station, Whole Group, ESL Activity, Speaking Game
SL.2.4 Common Core Activity
ELA, Writing, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Common Core, Grade 2, Activities
This activity is great for helping students to tell a story or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details. It's also great for helping students to speak audibly in coherent sentences.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Speaking And Listening, Story Elements, Narratives, Prompts
Airport Departure Secrets Role Play
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities
This resource is an Airport Departure Secrets Role Play. Students will role play that they are visiting the airport with a friend or family member. Students will have to bring a prop and memorize at least 5 speaking lines. This is a great activity to have your language learners practice speaking and adding details.
Author Golden Promise
Tags Editable, ESL, Dramas, Skits, Airport
The Movies - Taboo Speaking Game
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Not Grade Specific, Activities, Games
The Movies -Taboo speaking game will be an engaging activity for your students. The simple language is ideal for little learners or ESL students. The cards can be printed 4 per page or 1 per page. Directions are included as well as a 15 words chart .
Author Love Learning Languages
Tags Taboo Speaking Game, Taboo Game, At The Movies Vocabulary, Cooperative Learning, ESL