ESL ALS Reading comprehension Food & people

Make learning English engaging with these ESL reading activities, perfect for ELL (English Language Learners) classrooms! This resource features 12 beginner-friendly English texts that are ideal for whole-class instruction, small groups, or low-prep literacy centers.

*Please note that this slide show only works in Google slides since it is interactive.Link is shared for for you to make a copy.

What's Included:

Part 1:

• 11 engaging student profile paragraphs presented in an interactive Google Slides™ format with self-correcting comprehension questions.
• Printable student response sheets for added flexibility.
• Easy to use for daily reading practice, literacy rotations, or warm-ups.
• Bonus printable worksheet with extension activities for deeper understanding.

Topics Covered:
Food and Friends — Students answer basic personal questions such as:

• Do you have a favorite type of restaurant?
• What kind of food do you like?
• What do you often eat?
• Do you cook at home?
• What food do you prepare yourself?
• What do you eat for breakfast, lunch, or dinner?
• What do you eat at home or at school?
• Do you cook or bake?

Part 2:Escape room task cards:

This task card activity includes 16 review questions.Hang the task cards on the wall, place them on desks, or pass them around. Each answer will be decoded and recorded on a student answer sheet. The task cards are broken down into 4 levels with 4 puzzle types (decoders). Use these task cards for a partner escape room activity, SCOOT, scavenger hunt, or stations. There are countless ways to set it up, allowing students to be out of their seats, moving around, and learning!

Part 3: Additional reading and unque comprehension activities including.

Students read and complete tasks like a color by number.

This beginner ESL resource is perfect for newcomers, emergent readers, and young English learners. Check out the preview to make sure it fits the right level for your classroom needs!

** Please note that the writing and images on this slide resource have been flattened and secured to protect my work (therefore not editable).