No prep pair-work speaking activity. Topic of conversation: FEELINGS Part 1: Photo description & comparison Encourages use of linking terms, connectors and cohesive devices Vocabulary acquisition Part 2: Discussion questions Debates Agree / disagree Advantages / disadvantages Encourages fluency and confidence using English Can be used for a 1-1 speaking class or pair-work activity in a large class Instructions for PART 1: 1) Working with a partner with the same photo (student As with As, Bs with Bs), students attempt to identify the vocabulary in their photo. (alternatively, for low-level students, the teacher can provide students with a vocabulary list and the students label the photo). 2) Change pairs to AB. 3) Student A describes photo while student B listens attentively. 4) Student B describes photo while student A listens attentively. 5) Still without looking at each other’s photos, students attempt to identify 3 differences between their photos. Students may now look at each other’s photos and describe 2-3 differences each. Encourage use of CONNECTORS: Firstly, Secondly, Finally However, On the other hand , Whereas Furthermore, In addition, Moreover Instructions for PART 2 1) Students ask each other the discussion questions. Encourage students to: Extend their answers Elicit more information Agree / disagree with their partners Justify their arguments 2) Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them. Encourage students to use the questions to guide their memory. GAMIFICATION ALTERNATIVES PROVIDED WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS

No prep pair-work speaking activity. Topic of conversation: FOOD Part 1: Photo description & comparison Encourages use of linking terms, connectors and cohesive devices Vocabulary acquisition Part 2: Discussion questions Debates Agree / disagree Advantages / disadvantages Encourages fluency and confidence using English Can be used for a 1-1 speaking class or pair-work activity in a large class Instructions for PART 1: 1) Working with a partner with the same photo (student As with As, Bs with Bs), students attempt to identify the vocabulary in their photo. (alternatively, for low-level students, the teacher can provide students with a vocabulary list and the students label the photo). 2) Change pairs to AB. 3) Student A describes photo while student B listens attentively. 4) Student B describes photo while student A listens attentively. 5) Still without looking at each other’s photos, students attempt to identify 3 differences between their photos. Students may now look at each other’s photos and describe 2-3 differences each. Encourage use of CONNECTORS: Firstly, Secondly, Finally However, On the other hand , Whereas Furthermore, In addition, Moreover Instructions for PART 2 1) Students ask each other the discussion questions. Encourage students to: Extend their answers Elicit more information Agree / disagree with their partners Justify their arguments 2) Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them. Encourage students to use the questions to guide their memory. GAMIFICATION ALTERNATIVES PROVIDED WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS

No prep pair-work speaking activity. Topic of conversation: SCIENCE Part 1: Photo description & comparison Encourages use of linking terms, connectors and cohesive devices Vocabulary acquisition Part 2: Discussion questions Debates Agree / disagree Advantages / disadvantages Encourages fluency and confidence using English Can be used for a 1-1 speaking class or pair-work activity in a large class Instructions for PART 1: 1) Working with a partner with the same photo (student As with As, Bs with Bs), students attempt to identify the vocabulary in their photo. (alternatively, for low-level students, the teacher can provide students with a vocabulary list and the students label the photo). 2) Change pairs to AB. 3) Student A describes photo while student B listens attentively. 4) Student B describes photo while student A listens attentively. 5) Still without looking at each other’s photos, students attempt to identify 3 differences between their photos. Students may now look at each other’s photos and describe 2-3 differences each. Encourage use of CONNECTORS: Firstly, Secondly, Finally However, On the other hand , Whereas Furthermore, In addition, Moreover Instructions for PART 2 1) Students ask each other the discussion questions. Encourage students to: Extend their answers Elicit more information Agree / disagree with their partners Justify their arguments 2) Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them. Encourage students to use the questions to guide their memory. GAMIFICATION ALTERNATIVES PROVIDED WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match vocabulary with images of tools. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to tools, DIY and repairing things. Target Vocabulary: Axe - Bolt - Drill - Filling knife - Screwdriver - Hammer Hard hat - Nail - Nut - Paintbrush - Tape measure - Pliers Saw - Screw - Spanner - Spirit Level Pincers - Tool box - Wall plug - Wrench Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match transport vocabulary with images. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to transport. Target Vocabulary: Bike Bus Car Plane Scooter Convertible Taxi Train Underground/Metro Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match vocabulary with images of toys. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to toys. Target Vocabulary: Abacus - Soldiers - Backpack - Ball - Books - Building blocks Camera - Car - Dinosaurs - Doll - Globe - Helicopter - Lego - Marbles Robot - Tambourine - Tank - Teddy bear - Train set - Tricycle - Truck Xylophone - Yo yo Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

1. Students first speculate about the purpose of some futuristic technologies. 2. In pairs, the students then brainstorm ideas about why people may be either optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the following areas: Environment - Health - Education - Work - Sport News and the internet - Entertainment - Food - Cities 3. After debate, the pairs decide if they are overall optimist or pessimist about the future of each area and record their decisions in a table. 4. The students compare their tables with each other and exchange ideas and opinions. Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments Negotiate towards a decision Persuade and convince a partner

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match vocabulary with images of natural disasters. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to natural disasters. Target Vocabulary: Earthquake Global Warming Flood Tornado Volcanic eruption Forest Fire Tsunami Pandemic Asteroid Avalanche Target skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

Thematic discussion questions designed to encourage fluency & confidence in English Ideal to use as an engaging warmer or as a dynamic speaking activity to finish a class. Aimed at adults and teenagers. 1. Print & cut 1 set (double-sided) of flashcards for each pair of students. **2.**Students draw a question card and ask their partner. Encourage students to: • Extend their answers • Elicit more information • Agree / disagree with their partners • Justify their arguments 3. Change pairs 4. Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them.

Thematic discussion questions designed to encourage fluency & confidence in English Ideal to use as an engaging warmer or as a dynamic speaking activity to finish a class. Aimed at adults and teenagers. 1. Print & cut 1 set (double-sided) of flashcards for each pair of students. **2.**Students draw a question card and ask their partner. Encourage students to: • Extend their answers • Elicit more information • Agree / disagree with their partners • Justify their arguments 3. Change pairs 4. Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them.

Thematic discussion questions designed to encourage fluency & confidence in English Ideal to use as an engaging warmer or as a dynamic speaking activity to finish a class. Aimed at adults and teenagers. 1. Print & cut 1 set (double-sided) of flashcards for each pair of students. **2.**Students draw a question card and ask their partner. Encourage students to: • Extend their answers • Elicit more information • Agree / disagree with their partners • Justify their arguments 3. Change pairs 4. Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them.

Thematic discussion questions designed to encourage fluency & confidence in English Ideal to use as an engaging warmer or as a dynamic speaking activity to finish a class. Aimed at adults and teenagers. 1. Print & cut 1 set (double-sided) of flashcards for each pair of students. **2.**Students draw a question card and ask their partner. Encourage students to: • Extend their answers • Elicit more information • Agree / disagree with their partners • Justify their arguments 3. Change pairs 4. Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them.

Thematic discussion questions designed to encourage fluency & confidence in English Ideal to use as an engaging warmer or as a dynamic speaking activity to finish a class. Aimed at adults and teenagers. 1. Print & cut 1 set (double-sided) of flashcards for each pair of students. **2.**Students draw a question card and ask their partner. Encourage students to: • Extend their answers • Elicit more information • Agree / disagree with their partners • Justify their arguments 3. Change pairs 4. Students try and report to their new partner everything they can remember which their old partner has just told them.

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match sports extrêmes vocabulary with images. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to sports extrêmes. Target Vocabulary: Escalade - Flyboard - Jet ski - Karting - Kitesurf - Laser game Paintball - Parachutisme d’intérieur - Parapente - Windsurf Randonnée en quad - Saut à l’élastique - Saut en échasses Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match camping equipment vocabulary with images. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to camping and camping equipment. Target Vocabulary: Tent Map Torch Sleeping mat Flask Insect repellent Camping stove Walking boots Mug Cap Backpack Compass Matches Axe Binoculars Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

Part 1: Acquire Target Vocabulary Students match baking ingredients vocabulary with images. Part 2: Use Target Vocabulary Students discuss & debate conversation questions relating to baking, cakes, bread and cooking in general. Target Vocabulary: Butter Cinnamon Dough Eggs Flour Milk Oil Salt Soda Sugar Vanilla Vinegar Target Skills: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify arguments

First, students match vocabulary to images of the most common fears & phobias. Students then discuss & debate conversation questions relating to fears & phobias. Students are challenged to: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify their arguments

First, students match vocabulary to images of types of holidays: Skiing City tour Camping Beach Safari Students then discuss & debate conversation questions relating to the images and to holidays in general. Students are challenged to: Express opinions Extend answers Maintain a conversation Elicit more information Agree or disagree Justify their arguments

Students are presented with images of some different aspects of life as a homeless person. Students then discuss & debate some conversation questions relating to the images and homelessness in general.

Students are presented with images of robots of the future. After discussing the purpose, likelihood and how useful each robot could be, the students choose a robot and plan a marking campaign. The activity is best suited to advanced language students, but it has also been successful with intermediate.