SPEAKING ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS

https://wordwall.net/en-us/community/speaking/b1-teens 

https://eslinfo.com/role-play-scenarios-for-real-life-conversations/#19-fashion

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

https://youtu.be/GsUNpHkDW0o?si=GJgXmsMQys979-a0 

What confusion does Alice make?

What grammatical mistake does Alice make?

What does she learn from crying? 

Why do you think she shrinks and grows larger?

List five characters and their features.

HOW TO DRAW AN EASTER BUNNY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=OxWC2aLf4FA

HOUSES AND HOMES - B1

https://english-practice.net/english-vocabulary-exercises-for-b1-describing-houses-and-homes/ 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRs69abC99s - types of houses

ATALANTA AND MELEAGER - MYTH, METAMORPHOSIS AND PAINTING

 

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/26073/26073-h/26073-h.htm#bookVIII_fableIV - Ovid's Metamorphoses (Project Gutenberg)

Pompeii fresco - the Calydonean boar hunt

https://www.facebook.com/museonacionaldelprado/videos/951412890139583 Jacob Jordaens - Atalanta and Meleagre - Museo del Prado Madrid

Answer the following questions:

1. What Latin writer told the story of Atalanta and Meleagre? In what work?

2. What is the story of Atalanta and Meleagre?

3. When was the painting painted?

4. Who is the painter?

5. What is the peculiarity of the painting?

GRAMMAR INTERMEDIATE

 https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/intermediate-grammar-guide - BBC GRAMMAR GUIDE AND PRACTICE

BIBLIOGRAPHY - INTERMEDIATE

 

https://anylang.net/en/books/en/b2 - Read and listen to books here, also have them explained

https://americanenglishpodcast.com/book-recommendations-for-intermediate-esl-students/

WORLD THEATRE DAY

 World Theatre Day is celebrated every year on March 27. Designated by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) in 1961, this day celebrates the essence, beauty, and importance of theatre arts, their significant role in entertainment, and the symbolic impact that theatre has on life. This day also serves to inform governments, politicians, institutions, and stakeholders around the world who have not yet realized the value of theatre to the people and its potential for economic growth.

https://youtu.be/SCD5eQx3B58?si=tS861MAY5LNYi5P4 - Much Ado About Nothing synopsis

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6z6LfdTNQg - Much Ado About Nothing 1993 - Benedick's tricked!

https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/study-break/video-series/shakespeare/shakespeare-much-ado-about-nothing

https://www.compactshakespeare.com/variations/10-minute-shakespeare - Abridgements of Shakespeare

https://nielsonschool.blogspot.com/2014/09/shakespeare-passages-for-children-to.html?m=1 - Shakespeare's verse for children 

https://www.folger.edu/explore/shakespeare-for-kids/

https://www.britannica.com/video/look-contributions-vocabulary-language-William-Shakespeare-English/-206776

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#all/FMfcgzQZTpzCkwCxpfTCHSjNkdwtRsNz?projector=1 - Shakespeare's minibiography

https://www.readbrightly.com/shakespeare-inspired-young-adult-novels/

https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/shakespeare-monologues-for-teens-71683/

https://www.oxfordscholastica.com/blog/creative-writing-articles/a-beginners-guide-to-shakespeares-plays/

OLD POSSUM'S BOOK OF PRACTICAL CATS

https://youtu.be/NW7dglRZGQw 

https://gutenberg.ca/ebooks/eliotts-practicalcats/eliotts-practicalcats-01-h.html#chap018

WORLD POETRY DAY - 25 MARCH 2025

 Theme: "Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion"

https://www.versopolis.com/poet/305/ben-clark

Bridge over troubled water

https://youtu.be/4G-YQA_bsOU?si=vUO7OvtH4a3UFwmQ

Hart Crane - The bridge - Brooklyn bridge

https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43262/the-bridge-to-brooklyn-bridge

The Bridge

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/50463/the-bridge-56d22d989abbc

History and significance of Brooklyn bridge

https://www.britannica.com/video/Brooklyn-Bridge-introduction-construction-history-place-geography/-209183

Brooklyn bridge - an illustrated history

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwGrbXzipO0

Brooklyn bridge park

https://www.google.ro/search?q=brooklyn+bridge+on+a+map&sca_esv=3d12d61a3ad17106&udm=7&biw=1272&bih=602&sxsrf=AHTn8zpVDb6CO4MjlJzMU4k3kG9ZTwt2LA%3A1742684826424&ei=mkLfZ-bWGaGqwPAPzPKNiA4&ved=0ahUKEwjmi6Pw5p6MAxUhFRAIHUx5A-EQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=brooklyn+bridge+on+a+map&gs_lp=EhZnd3Mtd2l6LW1vZGVsZXNzLXZpZGVvIhhicm9va2x5biBicmlkZ2Ugb24gYSBtYXAyBRAhGJ8FSKAjUJMGWK0dcAF4AJABAJgBbqABiQiqAQMyLji4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgqgArkIwgIEECMYJ8ICBRAAGIAEwgIEEAAYHsICBRAAGO8FwgIIEAAYgAQYogTCAgcQABiABBgTwgIIEAAYExgWGB7CAgoQABgTGBYYChgemAMAiAYBkgcDMS45oAeWMbIHAzAuObgHqQg&sclient=gws-wiz-modeless-video#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:ae5902f0,vid:UDR4HfpoAPE,st:0

LEARN ENGLISH AND FEEL GOOD

 https://www.learnenglishfeelgood.com/esl-english-grammar-exercises.html

JOKES

https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/fun-games/jokes 

CONGA

https://youtu.be/byaNuxwjCs8?si=KvxXwjSIKYuw0Jc1 

GAMES AND JOKES

https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/fun-games/jokes 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=JqKp_LEIRQQHcTTG&v=i-KW_3WN0KY&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiPEjmROGjt7XBnlXVLj0TKaPOGQ5xJFE

WHAT'S MY JOB?

VALENTINE''S DAY

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJSiUm6jvI0 - Why do we love?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEo74O-JNVY - History of Valentine (23 min)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaYsrU9Acgo - Story of Valentine BBC 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC5T2wvzKc0 - Story of Valentine

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/8237634-i-love-you-more-than-applesauce-than-peaches-and-a

I love you more than apple sauce

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS5_W4yAXIQ - St Valentine's Games

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNeI8uDOB-I - St Valentine idioms

https://www.pictureboxblue.com/vintage-valentine-cards-and-postcards/ - St Valentine vintage cards

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAra1Lu4N7c - Valentine's Day in the UK and the US

https://www.enchantedlearning.com/wordlist/duos.shtml - famous duos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqY6jxx2SoI how to draw a teddy bear with a heart

Find Someone Who…

• is very kind.
• was born on Valentine’s Day or in February.
• writes Valentine’s Day cards.
• loves the colour pink.
• gave someone a hug.
• enjoys watching romantic films.
• reads romantic novels.
• prefers spending time with people rather than being alone.
• has bought themselves a Valentine’s gift.
• has a secret crush.
• is a hopeless romantic.
• has been on a blind date.
• has a dating app on their phone.
• has never celebrated Valentine’s Day.
• watches reality dating shows.

2. Finishing Lines

This simple speaking exercise requires no preparation, but can be an excellent conversation starter that ties in perfectly with Valentine’s Day. Put your students in small groups and give them incomplete sentences to finish in a way that’s true for them. 

Here’s where it gets interesting: the other students must ask follow up questions to keep the conversation going. This activity is also a great way for promoting conversations on topics like self-love and self-worth. 

Here are some prompts to get you started!

• The word ‘love’ means… (to me.)
• People fall in love because…
• Something I love about myself is…
• A quality I like in other people is…
• My first ever crush was…
• For me, the best Valentine’s gift would be…
• One way I show myself love is…
• A couple that I admire is…
• A time when I felt completely loved was…
• Someone I really appreciate is…
• I can be kinder to myself by…
• On Valentine’s Day next year, I’d like…

3. Love-Themed Idioms and Expressions

As with all special holidays, it’s always a good idea to teach new vocabulary related to the topic. Now, English might not be considered the most romantic language, but we do have plenty of expressions about love! Challenge your older ESL students to discuss the meanings of these idioms and then turn it into a Valentine’s game like pictionary or charades! 

• head over heels
• take (someone’s) breath away
• be the apple of (someone’s) eye
• to get hitched
• kiss and make up
• love rat
• get serious
• on the rocks
• a love triangle
• lovey-dovey
• a match made in heaven
• double date
• puppy love

4. The Perfect Valentine’s Day

This interactive group activity allows students to be creative while discussing what’s important to them. This activity is particularly interesting for older teenagers, who often appreciate being able to share their thoughts and opinions. 

Steer students in a particular direction by giving them thought-provoking questions. Why not ask questions like:

• ‘Would you rather have a home-cooked meal or dine in a nice restaurant?’
• ‘Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities for a date?’
• ‘What’s more important: gifts or quality time?’ 

You can also turn it into a debate by having different groups present their ideas and vote on which Valentine’s Day plan sounds the best.

CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS

 

SONGS - JINGLE BELLS MIN 6.20, AND THE FIRST SONG the snowman

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEO-AlXFJl8

SONGS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grhi8MLM1i8

HOW TO DRAW A REINDEER

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_NHjujpgS0

5 LITTLE ELVES

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYYJ7yaL9WU

CANDY CANE TREE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4-StWTYK7E

THANKSGIVING

https://www.clickvieweducation.com/blog/teaching-ideas/thanksgiving-activities#data 

https://youtu.be/sEjv1rB6nDs?si=CIFwo94FvsBMLO1F

'Twas the night before Thanksgiving - rhymed story - how to save a turkey

https://youtu.be/oxEq-xxGvbo?si=hMtpW_7nwEuttzy9

https://youtu.be/Z6tK1fx8xTw?si=ieEO4WMh0bNptBgb -HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING

https://youtu.be/JQ6gp4LdRtI?si=eDnH9TyKDcQFZZHo VVV

https://youtu.be/fhgoB3qA_qk?si=Gfc5QdnYd5LNwRSO VVV

THANKSGIVING VINTAGE MUSIC

https://youtu.be/Y6l9ea_1QD8?si=0riB8NMCcjQqaf7R

https://www.youtube.com/live/eT9j6kcupQ8?si=VZBoHdUdCg6AUiw2

THANKSGIVING HYMNS

https://youtu.be/x3dXCL34aEA?si=uPXjrzDvpJm0PkKX

https://youtu.be/imK0j7eBJsc?si=NfmLZ-Ig0TEnOkju

THANKSGIVING VOCABULARY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piLASola-fo

CALAMITIES AND DAILY LIFE IN ENGLAND

 DAILY LIFE IN LONDON - 17TH CENTURY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wBIs5HIvBU

1666 - THE GREAT FIRE 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuTamHKt318

THE AFTERMATH OF THE GREAT FIRE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=6_gv98q7nnty-FtW&v=cQP_FQ4d6wo&feature=youtu.be

 LONDON BRIDGE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lB3MUS5oNnI

HISTORY OF LONDON

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gajqdrpNeHE

JUMPROPE AND HOPSCOTCH NURSERY RHYMES

Miss Mary Mack

https://www.google.ro/search?q=clapping+game+a+sailor+went+to+sea+words&sca_esv=98e98a53a3894882&sxsrf=ADLYWIIluiGHbU9-nQVqFdrtr6YsfpwTEg%3A1731857822340&source=hp&ei=ng06Z96SEuWzhbIPkKahwQ8&iflsig=AL9hbdgAAAAAZzobrnkGNmU4XRnhxXUd0ZnIcQFMmdP_&ved=0ahUKEwje2bKS2eOJAxXlWUEAHRBTKPgQ4dUDCBY&uact=5&oq=clapping+game+a+sailor+went+to+sea+words&gs_lp=Egdnd3Mtd2l6IihjbGFwcGluZyBnYW1lIGEgc2FpbG9yIHdlbnQgdG8gc2VhIHdvcmRzMgUQIRigAUjCSlAAWP5GcAJ4AJABAJgB0wGgAeQqqgEGMC40MS4xuAEDyAEA-AEBmAIsoAKHLcICChAjGIAEGCcYigXCAgQQIxgnwgILEAAYgAQYsQMYgwHCAggQABiABBixA8ICChAuGIAEGEMYigXCAg0QABiABBixAxhDGIoFwgIKEAAYgAQYQxiKBcICDhAAGIAEGLEDGIMBGIoFwgILEC4YgAQYsQMYgwHCAgUQABiABMICCBAuGIAEGNQCwgIIEAAYgAQYywHCAgoQABiABBgKGMsBwgIGEAAYFhgewgIIEAAYgAQYogTCAgsQABiABBgTGAoYDcICCBAAGBMYDRgewgIEECEYFcICBxAhGKABGAqYAwCSBwYyLjQwLjKgB8nRAQ&sclient=gws-wiz#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:ce4bca2d,vid:8yC7yxju-mI,st:12

VIVALDI THE FOUR SEASONS FOR KIDS (EXPLAINED)

https://youtu.be/KtMi66anolg?si=XBCKrLzWslyWm2Cp

SEASONS CLAPPING GAME

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oSwEW_EkkhI

A SAILOR (PARTS OF THE BODY - CLAPPING GAME)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28uNq8XQPK8

CHARLIE OVER THE OCEAN

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BKnEQ5F7Gk

OTHER CLAPPING GAMES

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCvH74vrOfg

MOST POPULAR NURSERY RHYMES WITH LYRICS

https://youtu.be/lI2wHDsnk0Q?si=_zRRBcdNIs_fYoiz

https://youtu.be/6TcNdg4W1D0?si=Y4Amffu2w5HA6Hf-

OLIVER TWIST AND CHARLES DICKENS

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?&q=oliver+twist+movie+1948&&mid=D6E1B6034236851149F5D6E1B6034236851149F5&&FORM=VRDGAR  OLIVER TWIST 1948

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES+DICKENS+BOOKS+VIDEO&mid=7D8E684FD97C03C477627D8E684FD97C03C47762&FORM=VIRE - LIFE OF CHARLES DICKENS BBC

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=D53290DE538C7959F516D53290DE538C7959F516&ajaxhist=0 - CHARLES DICKENS MUSEUM

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=31CFD1AD21B6604CFAB531CFD1AD21B6604CFAB5&ajaxhist=0 - LIFE IN VICTORIAN TIMES

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=1957961620C1222FEA671957961620C1222FEA67&ajaxhist=0 - VICTORIAN SCHOOLING

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=9BB6CA981398216CF9519BB6CA981398216CF951&ajaxhist=0 VICTORIAN SCHOOLING SHORT AND SIMPLE

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=83DA5559D59731E0681383DA5559D59731E06813&ajaxhist=0 - OLIVER TWIST 1968 MUSICAL BE BACK SOON FAGIN THEFT TEACHING

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=B58BDA027FD4C8941333B58BDA027FD4C8941333&ajaxhist=0 - OLIVER TWIST WHAT YOU STARING AT SUBTITLES

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=D3B1A24A125C128DE8D4D3B1A24A125C128DE8D4&ajaxhist=0 OLIVER TWIST MORE

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=CHARLES%20DICKENS%20BOOKS%20VIDEO&mid=8F074FE06B23D602BB648F074FE06B23D602BB64&ajaxhist=0 - OLIVER TWIST 1968 BOY FOR SALE