Despicable Me 2: Intonation Practice

Inspired by The British Council definitions of intonation. This activity is for the teachers to boost and foster the teaching of intonation ...

Into the Woods: Rhymes

This is a great movie. Meryl Streep is simply magnificent in this role. I used this scene to talk about rhymes and poetry. A rhyme is when t...

Thank you for another year of exciting activities. More to come in 2016. Merry Christmas!

Life of Pi: Vocabulary Practice - Animals

One of my all times favorite movies. Life of Pi is an unforgettable experience. The opening scene is perfect for all beginners levels workin...

Moonrise Kingdom: Present Continuous

  I. Watch the movie segment. Pay attention to what the characters are doing. II. Ask and answer the questions: Ex:  What are the children (...

Despicable Me 2: Simple Past - Was / Were

Here is another great activity provided by Pedro Urbano, one of this blog's readers. His activities are wonderful and this one is no exc...

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel: Expressing Opinions

I. Watch the scene and write down every symbol or procedure of the wedding that you  don't know the meaning or what they represent.  Ex:...