“Conversation Starter Lesson Series: Intermediate” is designed for intermediate-level ESL learners who want to improve their fluency and confidence in speaking English.
Each lesson includes an engaging reading material with audio, vocabulary and expressions, comprehension questions, and discussion questions to be used for one to one class, group class, or self-study for both online and offline classes.
Unit 7: Sports
Story 04: Youth Sports
Key Lesson Vocabulary & Expressions: Look over and review before proceeding.
- Camaraderie
- Teamwork
- Challenge
- Improvement
- Competition
- Championship
- Pride
- Dedication
- Persistence
- Supportiveness
Read or Listen to the following passage:
I have always loved playing Little League baseball. It was the highlight of my week during the spring and summer months. I enjoyed the feeling of camaraderie and teamwork that came with being part of a team. I also loved the challenge of improving my skills and competing against other teams.
One of my fondest memories was hitting a home run in a championship game when I was 12 years old. The excitement and pride I felt were indescribable. It was a moment I’ll never forget, and it reminded me of the hard work and dedication I had put into the sport.
Playing Little League baseball taught me many important life lessons. I learned the value of hard work, persistence, and determination. I also learned how to be a good teammate and support my fellow players, even when things weren’t going well. These skills have stayed with me throughout my life and have helped me in many areas, not just in sports.
Comprehension Questions:
- What is the author’s favorite childhood sport?
- What did the author enjoy about playing Little League baseball?
- What was the author’s favorite memory of playing baseball?
- What did playing youth sports teach the author?
- How have the skills learned through playing Little League baseball helped the author in their life?
Conversations Starters:
- What sports did you play when you were growing up?
- Do you think it’s important for children to participate in sports? Why or why not?
- What are the benefits of playing team sports for children?
- Have you ever had a particularly memorable moment while playing youth sports?
- In what ways can participating in youth sports help children develop important life skills?
- What is the role of parents and coaches in youth sports?
- What are some of the challenges that children face when playing sports?
- How do sports promote physical and mental well-being in children?
- What are the differences between playing team sports and individual sports as a child?
- In your opinion, what is the most important thing children can learn from playing sports?
