Start the new year with meaningful conversation and confidence-building speaking practice! These New Year Conversation Cards help students review the past year and share their goals and expectations for the year ahead using both the Present Simple and Past Simple tenses. Ideal for A2–B1 ESL/EFL learners, speech therapy sessions, small group counseling, or any classroom looking for an engaging post-holiday icebreaker.
The structured prompts make it easy for every student to participate, stay focused, and share personal experiences in a supportive way.
What's Included
- 20 New Year-themed Question Cards
- 10 Complete-the-Sentence Cards for extended speaking
- 30 Google Slides™ (one question per slide for digital lessons)
- Total: 30 printable cards (6 cards per page)
How to Use
Use the cards with individual learners, in pairs, small groups, or as a full-class circle discussion. Students simply draw a card and answer to the best of their ability—or ask follow-up questions for extra practice. Perfect as a January warm-up, New Year lesson starter, or speaking assessment.
Teaching Tips
- Laminate the cards for long-term use
- Store on a ring for quick grab-and-go speaking warm-ups
- Use Google Slides™ for online or paperless classrooms
Pair It With
For year-round Present & Past Simple speaking practice, pair this set with the Present Simple Conversation Question Cards .
Also Available on Teachers Pay Teachers
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