Conversation Starters: The Speaking Challenge
A 24-space board game where teen B1 learners land on conversation prompts, working in pairs or small groups to discuss real-life topics, share opinions, and practise fluent dialogue. Chance cards add surprise twists. Perfect for building confidence and spontaneous speaking skills.
A free Board Game for Teens at CEFR B1 level. Topic: Conversation Starters .
Speaking prompts on the board
- START: Roll the dice and move ahead!
- Pair share: What's your favourite hobby and why? (Support: I enjoy... because...)
- Group debate: Should homework be banned? Take sides and explain.
- Quick presentation: Describe your ideal weekend in 60 seconds.
- Pair talk: What's one thing you'd change about school? Discuss.
- Group share: Name 3 qualities of a good friend and explain why.
- Pair debate: Is social media good or bad for teens? Give reasons.
- Quick chat: What's your dream job and what skills do you need?
- Group discussion: Which is better—city life or countryside? Discuss.
- Pair share: Tell your partner about an embarrassing moment. Listen actively.
- Group presentation: Pitch a new school club idea in 90 seconds.
- Pair dialogue: Plan a perfect day together. Use future tense.
- Group debate: Should school uniforms be compulsory? Argue your view.
- Quick share: What's one skill you'd like to learn and why?
- Pair talk: Compare your favourite music genres. Give examples.
- Group discussion: Is technology making us happier? Share opinions.
- FINISH: Celebrate! Give a 30-second speech about what you learned.