This fun and engaging ESL guessing game includes 220 different objects for students to describe and guess. In What Am I?, players take turns giving three descriptive clues about their chosen object. If classmates still can’t guess, they may ask yes/no questions to uncover the answer. Perfect for building descriptive vocabulary, encouraging speaking, and boosting student confidence, this activity works great as an icebreaker game, review lesson, or speaking warm-up. Guessing games are always a hit in the ESL classroom!
Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Encourages descriptive speaking practice
- Builds vocabulary for objects, animals, and classroom items
- Promotes active listening and student collaboration
- Flexible — use for whole-class, small groups, or partner work
- Reusable year after year with easy prep
What’s Included
- 20 object cards with 220 total objects to describe
- Cards fold in half so the object stays hidden while students give clues
- Printable box labels for easy storage and organization
- Teacher and student instructions for simple setup
- Color and black & white printing options
Tip: Print on card stock and laminate for long-lasting durability. Cards fit perfectly into 5x7 photo keepers or task card boxes.
Classroom Ideas
Use this ESL guessing game to review vocabulary categories, practice descriptive language, or spark speaking during morning meetings. It’s also ideal as a brain break, ESL icebreaker, or fast finisher activity.
Pair It With
For even more vocabulary-based fun, pair this set with my Name Three Vocabulary Card Game . Both games encourage fluency, descriptive speaking, and student interaction.
Also Available on TPT
You can also purchase this resource on Teachers Pay Teachers: What Am I? Guessing Game Kit – Describing Objects & Animals