ESL Idiom Activities for Kids and Adults (Printable PDF)
Master English Idioms with 100 Engaging ESL Lessons
ESL Idiom Activities for Kids and Adults provides everything you need to help learners understand and confidently use idiomatic expressions in English. This practical teaching resource includes 25 listening, 25 speaking, 25 reading, and 25 writing lessons. Adapt the activities to use in the classroom or tutoring one-on-one.
Designed for intermediate to advanced learners, every lesson builds real-world language skills while helping students navigate the colorful and often confusing world of idioms.
Designed for Teachers, Tutors, and ESL Learners
Each lesson follows a consistent, teacher-friendly format with clear objectives, activity duration, materials checklist, and step-by-step instructions.
These lessons can be used as warm-ups, full-class activities, homework, or conversation starters. They’re perfect for mixed-level classrooms, ESL programs, and adult education.
Ideal for Classroom or Self-Study Use
Whether you're working with kids, teens, or adults, the variety of idiom-focused tasks will enhance vocabulary, boost confidence, and build fluency. Students will practice using idioms in realistic conversations, writing tasks, reading analysis, and creative expression.
Free ESL Resources
Visit the ESL Expat website for more information about teaching idioms and download free ESL resources for English language learners.