Turn speaking practice into a fun game with this Mystery Bag Object Guessing Activity. Designed for ESL, ELL, and elementary English learners, this interactive classroom game encourages students to ask and answer a variety of WH-questions while guessing the hidden object inside a mystery bag. It’s a low-prep, high-engagement activity that gets every student involved.
Asking questions is often more challenging for language learners than answering them. This activity provides repeated, structured practice in both skills. Students bring in a mystery object, classmates take turns asking guided questions, and everyone practices listening, speaking, and critical thinking as they work together to uncover what’s inside the bag.
What Students Will Do
- Bring a mystery object to school inside a bag
- Ask and answer WH-questions to discover the hidden object
- Practice both open and closed-ended question forms
What’s Included
- Mystery bag labels (prints 4 per page)
- Question chart to guide students in formulating questions
- Color and black & white printing options
What You’ll Need
- A bag or box to hold the mystery object
- Optional: student-provided items to keep the activity fresh
Also Available on TpT
You can also purchase this Mystery Bag Guessing Game on Teachers Pay Teachers .
Pair With This Resource
For even more question-forming practice, pair this with our Find Someone Who Speaking Games . Together, they give students multiple fun ways to practice asking and answering questions in English.