Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about COMPUTERS, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, INTERNET AND ROBOTS. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What is the best thing about a computer? Why? And what is the worst thing about a computer? Why?” “One-day robots may replace teachers/doctors/pilots/scientists and more. What do you think about it? Which of these professions could be replaced and how?” “Do you think the invention and rise of computers has been a good thing or a bad thing? Why?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about FOOD, COOKING AND EATING. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “If you could only eat three meals for the rest of your life, what would they be? What is special about them?” “Do you think a vegetarian diet is better than a diet that includes meat? Why or why not?” "Do you believe that “we are what we eat?” Why or why not?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about BULLYING AND MENTAL HEALTH. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “How do you think those who are bullied feel? What might be the long-term consequences?” “What does it mean to be a bystander to bullying? How about when it happens on-line?” “What could be an effective bullying prevention policy?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about GLOBAL WARMING, ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What do you and people around you do in your daily life that might increase global warming?” “Global warming may cause more active weather systems. What do you know and think about this?” “Is global warming just a myth to scare people, as some people say? Why or not?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about MEDIA, COMMUNICATION AND NEWS. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “How would you define the role of the media in today’s society?” “What has been the single biggest news item from this past year? How did the media cover this event?” “Many believe that the media tries to manipulate people or change their views. What is your opinion” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about VIDEO GAMES, FAVORITE GAMES AND CHARACTERS, GADGETS AND THE WORLD OF GAMING. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Some people say that video games are a waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Why?” “Do you think professional gamers are similar to the athletes in other sports? Why or why not?” “Virtual reality systems are gaining popularity these days. Are you excited about the potential of virtual reality? Or are you worried? Why?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about MOTIVATION, SUCCESS AND AMBITION. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Are you usually very motivated to do things or do you need motivation? Why do you think so?” “What’s the ultimate goal in life? How can people achieve that?” “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” (Ford) What does this quote mean? Do you agree or not? Why?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS, RESOLUTIONS AND THINK BACK AND FORWARD. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “How is New Year’s Eve celebrated by most people in your country?” “What should people do in order to achieve their resolutions?” “What was your best school/work memory from last year? Describe it in detail.” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about NATURE AND OUR ENVIRONMENT. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Would you rather visit natural wonders or man-made wonders? Why?” “Why is deforestation increasing even if conservation efforts are in place?” “How can we add more nature to cities?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about BOOKS, READING, AND WRITERS. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What is the best book you have read recently? What is it about? Why did you like it?” “Do you think e-books will ever fully replace paper books? Why or why not?” “How could you get someone who hates reading to like reading? Give at least 3 suggestions.” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about FAMILY LIFE, FAMILY MEMBERS AND RELATIONSHIPS. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What do you and your family members like to do together? Why? How often do you do such activities?” “What characteristics have you inherited from your parents? In what ways do you look and behave like they do?” “Describe a typical family unit and the importance of family in your country.” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about DREAMING, DREAM INTERPRETATION, NIGHTMARES AND SLEEPING. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Can you remember any recent dream? Can you “explain” it? Are your dreams stories or disconnected events?” "Do your dreams ever affect your moods? Explain. If not, how can dreams affect us? " “Do you think that having dreams and aspirations is a waste of time? Why or why not?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about LOVE, ROMANCE AND RELATIONSHIPS. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “How and why do people fall in love? What do you think about love at first sight?” “Describe your ideal partner in detail (consider both external and internal characteristics).” “What do you think of same-sex marriages?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about ENTERTAINMENT, HAVING FUN AND SPARE TIME. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What is your favorite form of entertainment? Why do you like it? How much time and money do you spend on it?” “What forms of entertainment have been with us for centuries? Why do you think so?” “Do you think the TV and film industry has some responsibility to produce educational programs and movies? Why or why not?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about SCIENCE, INVENTIONS AND TECHNOLOGY. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Do/Did you like science in school? Why or why not? Talk/Write about science projects or experiments you liked the most.” “Do you think science helps or harms humankind? How and why do you think so?” "Everyone was far happier before such inventions as the computer and automobile. Do you agree or disagree? Why? " COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about AGE, PASSING OF TIME, LIFE AND AGING. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “In your opinion, what is the best age to be? What is good about that age? What is the worst age to be? Why?” “What advice would you give to an older person who wants to feel young?” “Some people say, “Youth is wasted on the young.” What do you think this means? Do you agree with it? Why or why not?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about COOKING, DIFFERENT CUISINES EATING AND KEEPING HEALTHY. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “Why do people cook food? What do you think of people who choose to only eat raw foods?” “Should high schools teach students how to cook? Why or why not?” “Which region of the world seems to have the best range of available ingredients? Why do you think so?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about BEAUTY, LOOKS AND STYLE. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What makes a person beautiful? What makes a person ugly?” “What does “Beauty is only skin deep” mean? Do you agree with this proverb? Why or why not?” “How can your culture, religion or personality influence appearance?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about CHILDHOOD, YOUTH AND EARLY MEMORIES. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What was the best thing about your childhood? What was something you did not like about it?” “At what age should discipline be introduced to children? Why and how?” “How have our ideas about childhood have changed throughout history?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.

Help your MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS develop social skills with these engaging and fun CONVERSATION STARTERS. This resource includes 40 task cards about GIVING AND RECEIVING ADVICE. All questions are open questions and require development. Almost all task cards have at least two questions. HOW TO USE? Use them as task cards for speaking or as centers. These conversation starters are ideal for pair or small group discussions. Give each pair/group a card and let them develop the topic on it. Then simply let the cards rotate around the room so that every pair/group can discuss more than one card. Make sure to start from the Tracking Sheet to get organized and pick the cards for the right activity. WHO ARE THESE BELL RINGERS FOR? middle and high school students ESL/ELL students IELTS/TOELF preparation IGCSE ESL speech therapy WHAT IS INCLUDED? You will find both US and UK spelling for each file (Choose the spelling you prefer and simply delete the other files.) 1. TASK CARDS Total pages: 20 - 10 colored+10 black&white\ A PDF file sized 11x8.5 inches\ 40 different task cards\ 4 cards per page\ Colored and black&white version\ Ideal for printing and laminating for a long lasting resource\ Use for pair or group discussion or centers\ 2. TRACKING SHEETS +Total pages: 2 +2 pages with all the prompts to get organized and keep track of the questions used\ 3. TERMS OR USE + MORE RESOURCES +Total pages: 3 +Terms of use and credit to artists whose clip art and fonts were used in this product +Links to all the other Bell Ringer Questions in my store\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION UK and US versions for all cards and formats are included. Black&white version of all cards and formats also included. No Prep needed. SAMPLE QUESTIONS (All questions are Open Questions and most cards have more than one question) “What three pieces of advice will you give your children? Why?” “My son doesn’t want to go to school. He says that his teacher and all other students hate him. What should I do?” “I want to get rich quickly. What should I do?” COPYRIGHT © 2020 Lana’s Classroom This product is intended for personal use in one classroom only. For use in multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses.