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Pre-intermediate A2

Download and use our range of activities for English language teachers of secondary learners at pre-intermediate level A2

Pre-intermediate A2

Here you can find a range of short activities to use in your secondary classroom with students at pre-intermediate level. All of our activities are designed around themes engaging and relevant to secondary learners and can be used to complement your school curriculum, giving students an opportunity to develop their English language and skills in motivating and enjoyable ways. Written by young learner experts from around the world, our activities are easy to use and aim to give your students the skills and confidence they need to enjoy learning English.

In this activity learners will develop their creative writing skills by writing an Easter-themed poem. They will choose from an acrostic poem or use a poem frame. Learners will revise vocabulary connected with Easter/spring.

Write an Easter poem
Age
Language Level
Duration
20

Christmas is an excellent theme for adding games and fun to your teaching. Most students enjoy festive lessons if your activities encourage a personal contribution about the students' own families and customs.

Christmas tips
Language Level
Duration
30

This is a valuable warmer activity for any teenage class. It gives the students the chance to get to know you a little more and it gives you the opportunity to find out about how your students are feeling before you start your lesson.

Happy graph
Language Level
Duration
25

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