Help your ESL and ELL students strengthen their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills with these interactive WHY question Boom Cards™. Each digital task card asks a “Why” question supported by a colorful image and three possible answers. Students choose the most logical response, promoting understanding of cause and effect in English.
Click here for a preview of the first few cards.
How It Works
- Each card presents one question with three answer options.
- Students tap or click their answer—correct answers advance automatically.
- Incorrect answers prompt students to try again, offering immediate feedback.
- Perfect for independent learning or classroom practice.
What’s Included
- A link to access 30 Wh-Question "Why" Boom Cards™ on the Boom Learning℠ platform
- This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
Why Teachers Love It
- Improves comprehension and inference skills in a fun, interactive format
- Encourages logical reasoning and full-sentence responses
- Ideal for ESL, EFL, and ELL learners at beginner to intermediate levels
- Paperless, self-grading, and easy to assign
System Requirements
- Internet connection
- Modern browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge)
- Compatible with laptops, tablets, iPads, and mobile devices
Boom Cards™ are self-grading and interactive, providing instant feedback to students while saving you prep time. Use Fast Pins for quick, free access or a premium account for tracking and data collection. If you’re new to Boom Learning, you can start with a free trial: http://bit.ly/BoomTrial.
Pair It With
For more WH question practice, pair this resource with the Answering WH Questions ESL Conversation Cards — a printable classroom activity that helps students practice Who, What, When, Where, and Why questions in both speaking and writing.
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