Ready, Set, Speak! Quick Warm-Ups for ESL Students

Kickstart your English class with confidence, energy, and fun!

Ready, Set, Speak! is your ultimate toolkit of 20 fast, effective warm-up activities designed to get ESL students talking in just 10 minutes or less.

Created by Mark Keller a veteran ESL teacher with nearly 30 years teaching experience, each activity is low-prep, easy to follow, and adaptable for online or in-person classes. Whether you're teaching kids or adults, these warm-ups help students activate vocabulary, review grammar, improve fluency, and start thinking in English right away.

What’s Inside:

1. Speaking games, vocabulary races, memory boosters, and more
2. Variations for different levels and class sizes
3. Teacher tips to make each activity a success
4. Ideal for A2–B2 learners, group or 1-on-1 lessons

Perfect for busy teachers, substitute lessons, or anytime your class needs a quick, engaging start. With Ready, Set, Speak!, you’ll never have a dull warm-up again!