ESL 1:1 Free Talk - Hablemos: inglés conversacional

Let’s keep the conversation going from beginner to intermediate by improving your language proficiency .
In these classes ESL conversation on a range of everyday topics such as hobbies, family, clothes  weather etc  Picture prompts , picture  scenes, conversation cards, Would you rather cards etc  will all be used  to help learners to develop their vocabulary  as well as improving speaking skills . It will also encourage good listening and understanding,  which is an Important skill for any child learning English as an additional language .Good listening and speaking skills are not just important for language learning, they're important skills needed in everyday life.
Getting the conversation flowing and learners interacting is important so that children can develop their speaking and listening skills. It also makes children feel more at ease in the classroom, and more comfortable engaging in the lesson.
Questions may include the following as an example :
Family
What family members do you live with?
What family members are you close to?
Do you have any siblings?
Friends
Who is your best friend?
What do you and your friends do together?
What’s your favourite memory you’ve shared with a friend?
Holidays
Where is your favourite place to go on holiday?
If you could go anywhere in the world for a holiday, where would you go?
What is your favourite holiday experience?
Games
What are your favourite games to play at home?
Do you prefer video games or board games?
Do you think playing games are good for you? If so, why?
Shopping
What is your favourite thing to buy?
How often do you go shopping?
Do you like/dislike shopping? Why?
Home Town
What’s your area like?
Do you like where you live? Why?
What’s the best/worst thing about where you live?
Future
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
What do you think will change in the next 100 years?
What do you most want to achieve in your life?
School
What’s your favourite subject? Why?
What’s your least favourite subject? Why?
What’s the best thing about going to school?
 Food
What’s your favourite food?
What’s your least favourite food?
What would you choose as your last meal?
There are opportunities  for a picture scene  writing stimulus .
These are just examples . Each learner will be met at their level and each lesson tailored to meet the needs and level of the student. Alternatively it may be student led where the student brings something to class and wants to talk about it .For the more advanced learners lower intermediate/upper intermediate/ advanced controversial Statements for Debate ESL Cards  will teach ESL students the art of forming a well-rounded persuasive argument in English. Learning how to debate a subject helps learners to develop in several ways; it can improve critical thinking, build self-confidence and improve listening skills. It’s also a great way to improve ESL learners’ vocabulary and their ability to form arguments using persuasive language.