Help your students finally understand the difference between Present Perfect and Past Simple! This 31-page packet combines clear grammar charts, irregular verb reference, and a variety of practice worksheets to give learners plenty of support and review. Perfect for ESL/EFL classes, it saves teachers prep time while giving students confidence with one of the most confusing grammar topics.
What’s Inside:
Grammar Reference Charts
Present Perfect chart with common time expressions (just, already, yet, ever, never, since, for, etc.)
Past Simple chart with time expressions (yesterday, last week, ago, in 2010, etc.)
Choosing Between Present Perfect and Past Simple – Explanatory Chart for tricky situations
Big Irregular Verbs Table – 76 most common verbs with base, past simple, and past participle forms
Engaging Worksheets
Various types of exercises such as gap-fills, error correction, sentence practice with both tenses, and final revision activities to reinforce learning.
Resource Details:
31 ready-to-use pages
Answer keys included
Suitable for A2–B1 learners
This resource works well for lessons, homework, or review sessions, giving your students structured practice and clear guidance.
This 55-page kit combines clear grammar explanations, helpful reference charts, and plenty of practice worksheets so learners can finally master this tricky tense. Perfect for ESL/EFL classrooms, it saves teachers prep time and gives students the tools they need to build confidence and accuracy.
What’s Inside:
Grammar References & Visuals
Present Perfect chart with common time expressions (just, already, yet, ever, never, since, for, etc.)
Past Simple chart with time expressions (yesterday, last week, ago, in 2010, etc.)
Choosing Between Present Perfect and Past Simple – Explanatory Chart for tricky situations
Big Irregular Verbs Table – 76 verbs with all three forms (great for practice, review, or testing)
Engaging Worksheets & Exercises
Present Perfect – Basic Practice (for beginners)
“Have been to” vs. “Have gone to” exercises
Present Perfect with time expressions (just, already, yet, ever, never, since, for, etc.)
Contrast exercises: Present Perfect vs. Past Simple
Final review worksheets to check understanding
Resource Details:
55 ready-to-use pages
Detailed answer keys included
Why teachers love it:
Saves prep time with ready-to-print worksheets
Covers grammar AND practice in one resource
Flexible: great for classwork, homework, or test review
Builds real understanding of one of the most confusing English tenses
This activity provides a fun way for students to practice forming and answering questions in the Present Perfect tense and encourages communication and interaction in the classroom.
The game is simple: a student picks a card and mimes the scenario. Their group must deduce the action by asking correct Yes/No questions using the Present Perfect tense (e.g., “Have you finished your homework?” or “Has your team won the game?”).
What You Get:
A printable deck of 24 professionally designed cards with clear, engaging illustrations.
Comprehensive teacher instructions with setup, procedure, and an optional creative extension activity.
Skills Practiced: Forming Present Perfect questions & short answers, recognizing sentence structure, listening comprehension, and speaking
This interactive card game uses the classic “Go Fish” format to give students targeted practice forming questions and answers with the Present Perfect tense and the key words already and yet.
Students work to collect pairs of cards by asking each other questions like, “Have you eaten yet?” They must respond using the correct grammar: “Yes, I have. I’ve already eaten,” or “No, I haven’t. I haven’t eaten yet.” This creates a fun, repetitive structure for mastering this specific grammar point.
What You Get:
A printable deck of 36 unique cards, designed to be printed twice to create a full 72-card “Go Fish” game deck.
Comprehensive teacher instructions with setup, clear gameplay rules, and helpful examples for students.
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Skills Practiced:
Forming questions using the Present Perfect tense with yet.
Answering questions using already (for affirmative) and yet (for negative).
Listening comprehension and conversational turn-taking.
This 40-page / 30 exercises resource provides scaffolded practice to build confidence in using the verb to be across different contexts. Each new concept includes multiple activities for reinforcement and retention.
Whats Inside?
30 exercises covering:
Affirmative Forms & Contractions (am, is, are) 4 Worksheets
Negative Forms & Contractions (am not, is not, are not) 4 Worksheets
Yes/No Questions & Short Answers 2 Worksheets
WH-Questions (Special Questions) 4 Worksheets
Revision 2 Worksheets
Final Quiz 2 Worksheets
Answer Keys included for all exercises
Types of exercises:
Affirmative Forms & Contractions: Engaging exercises such as verb form selection, sentence completion, and word order practice. Includes activities on using contracted forms and matching sentence halves to reinforce sentence structure.
Negative Forms & Contractions: Interactive tasks involving sentence transformation into negative forms, identifying and correcting errors, and sorting exercises. Includes truth-based writing prompts and multiple-choice questions to check understanding of “am not,” “is not,” and “are not.”
Yes/No Questions & Short Answers: Step-by-step practice turning statements into questions, forming short answers, and matching sentence halves. Encourages both written production and comprehension of common yes/no question patterns with “to be.”
WH-Questions (Special Questions): Focused activities on creating and answering special questions using correct question words and forms of “to be.” Exercises include sentence reordering, personal response writing, and question word addition.
Perfect for Adult and Older Teen ESL Beginners
This ESL grammar pack is designed for newcomers, beginner-level adult and older teenage ESL student.
Created by an experienced ESL teacher and a professional designer, this pack keeps things age-appropriate and engaging for older students.
You wont find childish clipart, gaudy colors, funny fonts, or distracting decorations herejust clear, structured exercises that respect the maturity of your students.
Heads-up! Some exercises include light adult humor to keep things engaging.
All exercises are substantial, giving students enough practice on each concept. The activities are designed for flexibilityuse them in class, as homework, for early finishers, or as quizzes.
Printer-friendly layoutno wasted space, no excessive decorations. Pages are efficiently designed to save ink while providing ample writing space.
How to Use
This resource works well as:
Classroom activities
Early finisher tasks
Homework assignments
Quizzes or assessments
What You Get
40-page Student Pack (Letter Size)
40-page Student Pack (A4 Size)
Ready for professional printing (CMYK colors)
No-prep Halloween ESL bundle - editable flashcards, games, and printable activities that teach Halloween words and the Present Simple. Packed with multiple game versions and unique layouts, this bundle saves planning time while keeping lessons fresh and highly
This engaging classroom game provides a focused and interactive way for elementary-level ESL students to review the Present Simple tense. Students act as wizards identifying and correcting errors in “magic spells” (sentences), betting “crystals” (game points) on their answers. The activity is designed to strengthen grammar skills in a memorable, collaborative format, making it an ideal resource for a grammar revision lesson, particularly around the Halloween season.
The game targets key areas of the Present Simple, including positive and negative forms, question formation, and the critical third-person singular ‘-s’. It emphasizes not just error identification but also the ability to correct mistakes and articulate simple grammar rules.
What’s Included:
3 Worksheet Versions – different sets of 10 Present Simple sentences, so you can replay the game without repetition
10 Layout Options – choose the worksheet design that best fits your class / printer needs
Comprehensive Answer Key: Provides correct answers and explanations for every sentence.
Printable “Magic Crystals”: Game currency in values of 5, 10, 20, and 50 points.
Teacher Instructions – easy-to-follow setup and step-by-step game rules
Editable PPT File – customize sentences or design to fit your students’ needs
Video Preview available – take a look before you buy!
Key Learning Objectives:
Students will be able to:
Identify common errors in Present Simple sentences.
Correct grammatical mistakes related to verb conjugation and auxiliary verbs.
Explain the reasoning behind their corrections using simple grammar rules.
Develop critical thinking and collaborative discussion skills in a language context.
This pack includes 6 interactive games and activities designed to help students learn and remember home appliances vocabulary through visuals, repetition, and engaging memory-based challenges. Each appliance is shown with a clear, high-quality image for easy recognition, and navigation is easy thanks to clickable buttons that let you jump between sections.
Want a preview? Watch the video to see exactly what’s inside!
What’s Included:
A fully editable PowerPoint presentation with navigation buttons
(Teachers can customize or remove slides to suit different age groups or lesson goals)
A PowerPoint Show file (.ppsx) – a non-editable version that opens directly in slideshow mode
(Perfect for independent student use, homework, or self-guided review)
Games and Activities:
Learn the Words – Students are introduced to each home appliance one at a time, with a clear image and a simple example sentence. This stage builds familiarity with the vocabulary and correct pronunciation.
Choose the Right Word – Students see a picture of an appliance and select the correct word from three options. This activity reinforces recognition and spelling through repeated exposure.
Pick the Right Object – Students read a short question, then click on the correct appliance from a selection of images.
Check Yourself – Students see a picture of an appliance and must say its name aloud without any hints or answer choices. This encourages active recall and boosts speaking confidence.
Odd One Out – Students look at a group of pictures and choose the appliance that doesn’t belong. This game develops critical thinking skills and reinforces category awareness.
What’s Missing? – Students view a group of 4 appliance images, then see the same set again with one missing. They must remember and name the missing items, strengthening short-term memory and recall speed.
Vocabulary (40 items):
air conditioner, air fryer, blender, ceiling fan, clothes dryer, coffee machine, coffee maker, dishwasher, electric kettle, fan, freezer, fridge, hair dryer, hand mixer, home theater, range hood, iron, kitchen scale, lawnmower, light switch, microwave oven, outlet, oven, phone charger, plug, power strip, projector, remote control, robot vacuum, space heater, speakers, stand mixer, stove, television, toaster, vacuum cleaner, video game console, washing machine, water heater, Wi-Fi router
Practice Past Simple and Past Continuous with a fun illustrated story! Includes grammar charts, comprehension tasks, verb tense exercises, irregular verb tables, and a creative writing task.
This grammar resource helps students strengthen their understanding of Past Simple and Past Continuous through a quirky Fractured Fairytale-style illustrated story, Princess Mustard vs. the Dragon. All grammar activities are based on the story and offer meaningful, high-quality practice - not just drills.
What’s Included:
Grammar Support
Clear grammar charts for Past Simple and Past Continuous with simple, learner-friendly examples
Irregular verb chart with three forms of the verbs used in the story and exercises
Two levels of irregular verb table practice: one partially completed, one fully blank
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Irregular Verbs Covered:
be, bring, buy, can, come, do, feed, find, get, go, hear, hit, hold, know, leave, lend, lose, put, run, say, see, sell, send, shut, sing, stand, steal, swim, take, tell, think, throw, understand, wake, wear
The Story: “Princess Mustard vs. the Dragon (and the Naked Prince)”
A fun and slightly absurd Fractured Fairytales-style story filled with unexpected twists. This story helps students see grammar in context while keeping the mood light and engaging.
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Activities Included (each with at least 9 sentences):
Comprehension Practice:
Fill in the blanks with missing words from the story (new vocab practice)
Who said or did it? (Princess, Prince, or Dragon)
True/False statements – correct the false ones
Put the story sentences in the correct order
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Past Tenses Grammar Practice:
Why Past Simple or Past Continuous? (Choose the best explanation)
One misspelled word per sentence – find and fix it
Complete the story with the correct verb tense
Answer questions using the correct past tense
Write a question for each answer
Spot and correct the incorrect sentences
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Writing Task:
Write your own follow-up story: “Another Princess Mustard Adventure”
Complete Answer Keys
Looking for a lesson version that blends grammar, listening, storytelling, and speaking? Check out the related resource:
Past Simple & Past Continuous No-Prep Lesson | Spooky Story | Grammar Listening
This immersive A2–B1 lesson includes grammar charts, story-based listening, a picture-based game, speaking activities, and full printable materials. A student favorite!
This immersive lesson blends grammar charts, grammar practice, storytelling, listening and speaking tasks, and creative thinking to help A2–B1 ESL students master the difference between Past Simple and Past Continuous in an engaging and memorable way! Perfect for teachers looking for a ready-to-go lesson with no prep needed.
What’s Included:
Detailed Lesson Plan (6 pages) – includes step-by-step instructions, suggested lesson timing, warm-up ideas, and answer keys
Clear Grammar Charts – detailed Past Simple and Past Continuous charts with examples
Grammar Exercise – fill-in-the-blank practice contrasting both tenses in realistic situations
Grammar Game (20 Picture Cards) – pair work activity using visual prompts to build imaginative “while/when/as” sentences
Short Illustrated Story – creepy narrative featuring Past Simple and Past Continuous naturally in context
Story Pictures (5 total) – used for story sequencing, prediction, and speaking practice
Paragraph Matching Task – students match parts of the story to images, reinforcing sequence and tense usage
Gap-Fill Grammar Activity – review the story and complete missing verbs in the correct tense
Printable Answer Keys for all exercises
Student Favorite: Putting the story pictures in order and guessing what happened to the main character – students love building suspense and uncovering the mystery!
Students practice listening comprehension, speaking, Present Simple, and daily routine vocabulary in a way they’ll actually enjoy in this ready-to-use resource that features a hilarious fictional character - Valentina, a glamorous grandmother with an upside-down daily routine.
Designed for teens and adults, this lesson builds grammar and vocabulary skills while keeping learners engaged through humor, character-driven tasks, and interactive activities.
Take a peek inside! Check the video preview to see the cards in action.
What’s Included:
Full lesson plan with detailed teacher instructions
Audio file (interview with Valentina); length 2:09
Student worksheets (listening & speaking tasks)
Character image for prediction task
Optional creative writing task: “A Day in My Crazy Life”
Skills Practiced:
Listening comprehension (gap fill, true/false, multiple choice)
Daily routine vocabulary + time expressions
Present Simple tense
Speaking (pair interviews, role play)
Creative writing (optional extension / homework)
This dynamic ESL 60-minute lesson introduces Was / Were (Past Simple of the verb to be) through quirky listening, grammar, exercises, speaking, and prepositions practice - all in a fun context. Also includes homework. Students meet five characters and uncover where they were on a day full of surprises: champagne, concerts, tests, and more!
Great for busy teachers looking for a structured, zero-prep lesson.
What’s Included:
Detailed Lesson Plan (6+ pages) – step-by-step instructions, lesson timing, answer keys, and extension ideas
Audio Track – clear, engaging recording for the listening activity (mp3)
Engaging Listening Activities – students meet five characters and do two rounds of listening: gist and detail.
Grammar Focus: Was / Were – guided discovery with examples from the audio
Clear Grammar Tables
Controlled Practice Tasks – sentence transformations, fill-in-the-blank, and error correction
Grammar Game: What’s the Lie? – fun pair work using past forms in context
Prepositions of Place Mini-Lesson – learners explore “at,” “in,” and “on” through real-life examples
Prepositions Practice – targeted exercises to reinforce “at,” “in,” and “on” in everyday contexts
Homework Exercises – extra grammar and preposition tasks for independent review or consolidation
Printable Worksheets and Answer Keys – no prep required
This engaging lesson combines grammar explanation, grammar exercises, hobbies vocabulary, vocabulary practice, speaking activities, a personality quiz and a detailed lesson plan to help A2-B1 students master gerunds and infinitives in context! Perfect for teachers who want a ready-to-use, no-prep lesson.
What’s Included:
Detailed Teacher Lesson Plan (6 pages) – includes step-by-step instructions, suggested lesson timing, warm-up ideas, and answer keys
Clear Grammar Chart – shows common verb patterns with examples (e.g., love + -ing, need + to verb, etc.)
2 Grammar Exercises – fill-in-the-blank & error correction using real-life examples
Vocabulary Sorting Task – students categorize 20 hobbies based on verb pattern (includes definitions version for support)
Personality Quiz – “What Kind of Person Are You?” using I enjoy…, I can’t stand…, etc. to determine fun personality types
Vocabulary Practice – spelling and gap-fill activity using hobby-related words
3 Speaking Games – Find Someone Who & 2 Mingling Interview Games using conversation prompts and role cards
Printable Answer Keys for all exercises**
Skills Practiced:
Using gerunds and infinitives correctly after verbs
Expanding vocabulary related to hobbies, free time, and personality
Speaking fluency and confidence through pair and group interaction
Self-expression and critical thinking via a personality quiz
This quirky, story-based zero-prep grammar lesson helps A2 learners master regular Past Simple verbs through engaging character work, storytelling, and interactive speaking tasks. Your students will meet 8½ colorful tenants, uncover their hidden lives, and use past-tense verbs to piece together their stories!
What’s Included
Detailed Lesson Plan (6 pages) – step-by-step instructions, lesson timing, answer keys, and extension ideas
Character Portraits & Introductions Students meet the characters and guess their hidden stories.
Interactive Past Simple Chart A guided chart students complete together to reinforce form and function.
Completed Past Simple Chart A full reference version for quick checks and discussion.
Secret Matching Game Match past-tense sentences to the right characters and then deduce the grammar rules.
-ed Spelling Rules Visual chart + exercise to practice regular verb endings.
-ed Pronunciation Practice Simple rules and guided tasks for /t/, /d/, and /ɪd/ endings.
Speaking Task – Ask & Answer Prompts Pairwork activity to build fluency using Past Simple questions.
Class Survey – “Guess How Many” A structured speaking task that encourages interaction and review.
Homework / Extra Practice Additional exercises for consolidation or take-home study.
Answer Keys Easy-to-use reference for teachers and students.
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Learning Goals
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
Form regular Past Simple verbs correctly
Apply spelling rules with confidence
Pronounce -ed endings accurately (/t/, /d/, /ɪd/)
Use the Past Simple to describe past actions and events
Participate in interactive speaking tasks using the target grammar
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Prequel Resource Available
This lesson builds on students’ understanding of was/were. For best results, use it after: Was/Were – Grammar Lesson with Listening and Speaking Activities
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Follow-Up Resource
After covering irregular Past Simple verbs, you can follow this lesson with: Past Simple & Past Continuous No-Prep Lesson | Spooky Story | Grammar & Listening – a suspenseful grammar adventure that contrasts two past tenses in context.
This resource includes a clear grammar explanation and a creative writing activity where students describe delicious desserts using coordinate and non-coordinate adjectives. Great for grammar practice, writing centers, or ESL lessons.
In this no-prep lesson, learners help Detective Philippe solve the case of a missing person named Patrick by exploring a messy room, learning key vocabulary, and mastering there is / there are with basic prepositions of place.
Perfect for classroom or online teaching, this zero prep lesson is full of interaction, visuals, humor, and meaningful practice. It’s ideal for young teens, adults, and any beginner-level ESL group that enjoys a little intrigue while learning English.
No prep needed – just print or project and go!
What’s Included
Detailed Lesson Plan (6 pages) – step-by-step teacher guide with instructions, timing suggestions, classroom tips, and activity explanations – everything you need to teach with confidence.
Lead-in Picture Task – meet Detective Philippe and explore Patrick’s messy room.
Vocabulary Presentation – 20 illustrated everyday objects.
Vocabulary Practice – labeling task to reinforce new words.
Grammar Charts (2 versions) – an interactive fill-in-the-gap version and a complete reference chart.
Prepositions of Place Visuals – colorful reference visuals for prepositions.
Matching Activity – practice matching prepositions to visuals.
Grammar & Prepositions Practice – sentence completion and targeted exercises with there is / there are and prepositions.
Speaking Games & Drawing Tasks – engaging listening and speaking activities that review the key grammar and vocabulary.
Homework / Extra Practice – consolidation worksheets for in-class or take-home use.
Answer Keys – all exercises come with clearly marked answer sheets for easy checking and self-correction.
By the End of This Lesson, Students Will Be Able To:
Use there is / there are to describe rooms and objects.
Use basic prepositions of place (on, under, in, behind, etc.).
Describe the location of objects in a room.
Recognize and use vocabulary for common everyday items.
Vocabulary (20 words):
phone, laptop, tablet, camera, wallet, umbrella, sunglasses, clock, key, mug, money, plant, watch, box, light, desk, chair, door, window, floor
Prepositions of place:
in, on, next to, in front of, between, behind, under
This fun and flexible lesson helps students master Subject and Object Who questions while practicing vocabulary about family, friends, and relationships. The lesson includes reading, grammar, listening, and speaking activities, with plenty of humor and personalization. Perfect for adult and teen learners!
What’s Included:
Detailed Lesson Plan (6 pages) – step-by-step instructions, timing guide, answer keys, and extension ideas
Picture Set – illustrated character pictures for the reading activity
Vocabulary Box – pre-teaching Family & Friends vocabulary
Reading Text – Family, Friends… and a Pig!
Reading Comprehension Tasks – matching, true/false, and wh-questions
Mind Map Activity – How are the people related to Ricardo? (simple family relationship exercise)
Grammar Chart – Who questions (subject vs. object), includes interactive and complete versions
Controlled Practice – answer questions, identify question types, and rewrite sentences
Engaging Listening Activities – Ricardo’s Messages (listening exercises and audio script included)
Audio Track – clear, engaging recording for the listening activity (mp3)
Homework Exercises – extra grammar and preposition tasks for independent review or consolidation
Printable Worksheets and Answer Keys – no prep required
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Flexible Use:
The lesson is designed for a 60–90-minute class. Optional activities allow you to extend the lesson or easily split it into two shorter sessions.
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Learning Goals:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
Understand the difference between subject and object who questions.
Form correct who questions in the Present Simple.
Use vocabulary related to family and friends.
Understand main ideas and details in short phone messages.
Ask and answer personal questions using who.
This flashcard set covers 40 common daily actions - from waking up to going to bed - with clear images and word labels. Perfect for vocabulary building, speaking practice, and daily routine-themed activities.
You’ll get both a ready-to-print PDF and a fully editable PowerPoint file, so you can easily adapt the resource to suit your learners’ needs.
Take a peek inside! Check the video preview to see the cards in action.
What’s Included:
40 illustrated vocabulary flashcards
2 versions:
Full-color (great for laminating or classroom use)
Ink-saving simplified version (great for quick printing)
Bonus Game: Printable Matching Memory Game
40 picture cards + 40 word cards
Two formats included:
PDF – Ready to print
PowerPoint – Fully editable
Vocabulary List (40 Daily Routine Words/Phrases):
wake up (at 7), set an alarm (turn off the alarm, hit snooze), get up, get dressed, make my bed, use the bathroom, brush my teeth, wash my face, take a shower, shave, put on make-up, do my hair, work out / exercise, watch the news / TV, feed my pets, make breakfast / coffee, cook lunch / dinner, have breakfast / lunch / dinner, have steak for dinner, leave home, take the bus to work , drive to work, walk to work, get to work / arrive at work, get home late/early, have a break, text a friend, play video games, listen to music / a podcast, read a book, do housework, check my messages / social media / my phone, go for a walk, hang out with my friends, go out, stay in, have a snack, go to bed / fall asleep, take a nap, walk my dog
Bonus: Matching Memory Game
A fun, no-prep memory game to reinforce vocabulary recognition!
How to Play:
Print and cut out the picture and word cards.
Shuffle and lay them face down in a grid.
Students flip two cards at a time to match the image with the correct word.
Keep the pair if it’s a match; if not, turn them back over.
Player with the most pairs wins!
How to Use the Flashcards:
Use for vocabulary introduction, speaking prompts, warm-ups, centers, or homework
Great for individual, pair, or small group work
Students can fold cards to quiz themselves (image on one side, word on the other)
Laminate the color version for long-term classroom use
This 120-page printable vocabulary pack is perfect for teaching 30 common electronic devices. It includes labeled flashcards, high-quality visuals, and engaging worksheets and games.
What’s Inside?
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Large Object Images – Individual, high-quality illustrations of everyday electronic devices
Labeled Flashcards – Each object with its name for quick and easy recognition
Picture Dictionary (Grid Style) – All items displayed clearly in a single sheet layout
WORKSHEETS & GAMES
Matching Memory Game – Match picture cards with the correct word cards
Visual Vocabulary – Write the name of each object under its image
Match the Names to the Pictures – Connect object names to their corresponding images
Odd One Out – Identify the item that doesn’t belong and explain why
Crossword Puzzle – A fun way to reinforce spelling and meaning
Word Search – Find hidden electronic device vocabulary
Bingo Game – Includes 10 unique Bingo cards
Conversation Time – Engaging discussion prompts for pairs or small groups
Fill in the Missing Word – Complete sentences using vocabulary; includes two difficulty levels
Guided Writing Assignment – Step-by-step writing practice to use vocabulary in context
What You Get
Ready-to-Print PDF (Letter Size) – 120 pages
Ready-to-Print PDF (A4 Size) – 120 pages
Vocabulary Covered (30 Words): laptop, desktop computer, smartphone, tablet, smartwatch, TV, printer, webcam, smart speaker, headphones, earphones, earbuds, microphone, game console, router, projector, camera, mouse, monitor/screen, keyboard, flash drive/thumb drive, portable hard drive, phone charger, power bank, remote control, power cable, USB cable, extension cord, outlet, switch