Describing a Book
somdn_product_pageThis FREE speaking activity features book discussion questions ESL students can use to describe a book and share their opinions. It is designed for teens and adults and works well for book clubs, after reading a book, or as part of ESL Book Day activities. Students ask and answer questions in pairs or small groups to develop fluency and confidence when talking about books.
Level: B1–C1 (suitable for strong A2)
Time: 30 minutes +
This lesson comes with:
Fillable Fields – This digital worksheet can be completed online or printed.
Teacher’s Copy – Includes detailed teacher’s notes and an answer key.
Student Version – Ideal for sharing via email for online lessons.
Book Discussion Questions ESL Lesson Overview
1. Introduction
Students briefly introduce the book they have read by describing the genre and main story.
2. Speaking Task
Students take turns asking and answering book discussion questions about characters, themes, opinions, and personal reactions to the book.
3. Follow-Up
Students reflect on whether they would recommend the book and discuss their overall impressions.
Skills Developed
Speaking fluency, expressing opinions, describing books, answering discussion questions, and interactive communication.
Lesson Objectives
Students will be able to describe a book, express opinions about characters and themes, and participate in structured speaking activities using book-related questions.
Try this ESL Conversation about Books Activity in class today!
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