A selection of English ESL appearance printables

Culture, intercultural communication, cross-cultural communication

Adjectives to describe feelings, emotions

Adjectives to describe personality and character

Adjectives: Gradable / Non-gradable adjectives

Articles: Definite or indefinite article (a, an or the)

BE + infinitive structures (e.g. he was to become famous)

Clauses of contrast (e.g.  although, while)

Clauses of purpose (e.g. in order to, so that, so as to)

Clauses of reason (e.g. because, because of, due to, as, since)

Cleft sentences (e.g. It's Joey we're looking for)

Comparison: Comparative adjectives and structures

Comparison: Superlative adjectives and structures

Conditional 2 (second conditional) - would

Conditionals: Conditional phrases (e.g. unless, provided that, as long as)

Conjunctions (aka connectives, e.g. and, but, or, so, then)

Contractions (shortened forms, e.g. don't, aren't, etc.)

Determiners (words that can come before nouns)

Formal and informal English (politeness or colloquial language)

Future perfect continuous (progressive) tense

Future perfect simple and continuous (progressive) tense

Future phrases (e.g. be about to, bound to, likely to, due to, set to + INF)

Homonyms (two words with the same pronunciation - homophones and homographs)

It as preparatory subject (e.g. it's raining, it's nice of you to)

Linking verbs (aka copulas, e.g. I am a student)

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how to accuse somebody of something in English

how to apologize, say sorry, forgive and express regret in English

how to ask for information and make inquiries in English

how to ask for something, make requests in English

how to blame somebody for something in English

how to defend yourself from criticism in English

how to deny or admit something in English

how to describe things or people in English

how to emphasize important things in English

how to encourage or discourage people in English

how to evaluate people or progress in English

how to express agreement /disagreement in English

how to express approval and disapproval  in English

how to express cause and effect in English

how to express interest in something in English

how to express likelihood, probability in English

how to express likes and dislikes in English

how to express sequence and chronology in English

how to express shock and disbelief in English

how to express sympathy and condolences in English

how to give permission, authorization in English

how to inform somebody about some news in English

how to interpret what was said in English

how to keep a conversation going in English

how to make guesses about something in English

how to make, accept and refuse offers in English

how to order or make a booking in English

how to persuade, convince people in English

how to praise people and express appreciation in English

how to reassure somebody of something in English

how to refuse and object to something in English

how to remind people of something in English

how to rephrase, paraphrase what was said in English

how to say thank you, express gratitude in English

Nouns: Collective nouns (team, class, family, committee)

Nouns: Proper nouns (names of people, cities, companies)

Oxymorons (phrases with words of contradictory meaning, e.g. living dead)

Participles: Past participle (e.g. HAVING DONE)

Participles: Present participle (e.g. DOING)

Parts of Speech (aka word classes, e.g. nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs)

Past perfect continuous (progressive) tense

Phonetics (pronunciation, IPA, phonetic symbols)

Plural nouns: regular plurals with S ending

Prefixes (e.g. A, UN, IM, DIS, MIS, EN, etc. )

Prepositions vs adverbs (e.g. before me, saw him before.)

Prepositions: Double prepositions (e.g. out of)

Prepositions: Participle prepositions (e.g. pending, concerning)

Prepositions: Phrase prepositions (e.g. by means of)

Present perfect continuous (progressive) tense

Present perfect simple or present continuous tense

Present simple tense: S for third person singular verbs

Present simple vs continuous (progressive) tense

Pronouns: EACH OTHER, ONE ANOTHER (reciprocal pronouns)

Pronouns: Possessive pronouns (e.g. my, mine)

Pronouns: Reflexive pronouns (e.g. myself, yourself))

Pronouns: SOMEBODY, ANYBODY, EVERYBODY, NO ONE, NOTHING, etc.

Pronouns: THIS, THAT, THESE, THOSE (demonstratives)

Pronouns: YOU and THEY to talk about people in general

Quantifiers (e.g. some, many, much, any, few, little)

Questions: WH questions (open-ended questions)

Reported speech: reported questions (indirect questions)

There is / there are / there was / there were / there will be, etc.

Verbs: Transitive or intransitive verbs (words that can or cannot stand with objects)

Working with Paragraphs: ordering, titling

Role play, miming, drama activity or improv game

Pictionary (picture dictionary) or picture matching

Writing an opinion essay (persuasive essay)

Learners who are Pre-A1 have just begun learning English and will first learn how to:<ul><li>Say the letters in the alphabet and numbers</li><li>Say hello, talk about names and age</li><li>Name the colors and dates, express likes and dislikes</li></ul>

Absolute beginners who have begun to learn the letters and numbers

Learners taking the A1 Elementary exam should be able to:<ul><li>Introduce themselves and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, things he/she has, people he/she knows.</li><li>Communicate using very basic phrases as long as the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.</li><li>Main grammar points to know: common adjectives & adverbs of frequency, going to, how much/how many, imperatives, I'd like, 's – possessive, common prepositions of place and time, present simple & continuous, there is/are</li></ul>

A very basic tourist level, which is enough for buying food and a bus ticket

Learners taking the A2 Pre-intermediate exam should be able to:<ul><li>Understand sentences and frequently used expressions (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).</li><li>Complete tasks that are routine and exchange information about familiar matters.</li><li>Describe matters of immediate need in simple terms.</li><li>Main grammar points to know: countable/uncountable nouns, adverbs of frequency, future will/going to, much/many, present perfect, past simple, past continuous, common phrasal verbs, common modals: can/should</li></ul>

A tourist who can do basic conversations about the past, present and future

Learners taking the B1 Intermediate exam should be able to:<ul><li>Understand points regarding family, work, school or leisure-related topics.</li><li>Deal with most travel situations in areas where the language is spoken.</li><li>Create simple texts on topics of personal interest.</li><li>Describe experiences, events, dreams, and ambitions, as well as opinions or plans in brief.</li><li>Main grammar points to know: question tags, intensifiers: too/enough, future tenses, past tenses, modals, conditionals, wh-questions in the past</li></ul>

Learners who can deal with both familiar and routine situations, in friendly and work contexts

Learners taking the B2 Upper-intermediate exam should be able to:<ul><li>Understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization.</li><li>Interact with fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without difficulty for either party.</li><li>Produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain an opinion on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.</li><li>Main grammar points to know: perfect tenses, mixed conditionals, modals in the present, phrasal verbs, reported speech, wish, relative clauses</li></ul>

The level where you can be a tour guide for your foreign friends and talk about a lot of topics, even abstract ones, with ease and fluency

Learners taking the C1 Advanced exam should be able to: Express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts. Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, using linking phrases (=words that connect ideas between sentences). Main grammar points to know: inversion, mixed conditionals, modals in the past, all passive forms, phrasal verbs (all patterns), wish/if only for regrets

Learners who can smoothly communicate in every walk of life, read long texts and write well

Learners taking the C2 Proficient exam should be able to:<ul><li>Understand almost everything read or heard with ease.</li><li>Summarize information from a variety of sources into a coherent presentation.</li><li>Express themselves using precise meaning in complex scenarios.</li><li>Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations</li></ul>

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Emily is a 10-year-old girl who embraces her life on a farm and her community involvement. Her worksheet features a comprehensive character profile that provides insight into her daily activities, interests, and her engagement with her local church. 


The questions on Emily's worksheet encourage students to explore her responsibilities on the farm, her favorite hobbies, and her community roles. They cover aspects such as her favorite outdoor activity with her horse, her participation in the youth choir, and her aspirations to become a veterinarian. This worksheet is designed to improve language skills while educating students about rural American life and the values of community and faith. It helps foster an appreciation for different lifestyles and the importance of caring for animals and nature.

Appearances and hobbies with Emily

Eli is a 12-year-old boy with a passion for robotics and technology. His worksheet features a detailed character profile that stimulates students' curiosity about STEM fields while they practice English. 


The questions on Eli’s worksheet encourage students to explore his daily life, hobbies, and academic interests. They cover his appearance, his pet rabbit, his favorite foods, and his aspirations to become an engineer. This format helps improve both reading comprehension and question-asking skills, aiming to inspire students to think about science and technology in relation to their own lives.

hobbies and appearances with Eli

Isaac is a 9-year-old boy who embraces his cultural heritage and has a strong passion for history and music. His worksheet provides a detailed glimpse into his life, showcasing his hobbies, educational pursuits, and family traditions. 


The questions on Isaac’s worksheet are designed to foster an understanding of his Jewish cultural practices, such as celebrating Shabbat and learning Hebrew at school. They also highlight his personal interests like playing the violin and reading historical novels. This worksheet aids in language development while promoting cultural awareness and appreciation among young learners, encouraging them to explore and respect diverse traditions and histories.

Appearances and hobbies with Isaac

in this lesson, students learn how to describe other people’s physical appearance. The worksheet presents common adjectives used for describing what someone looks like as well as questions for asking about another person’s looks

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Leilani is an 11-year-old Hawaiian girl who embodies the spirit of her island and the richness of her culture. Her worksheet provides an in-depth character profile that offers insights into her daily life, her interests, and her cultural practices. 


The questions on Leilani's worksheet are designed to engage students in exploring her favorite activities, such as surfing and hula dancing, and her passion for environmental conservation. They also highlight her traditional dietary habits and her active involvement in community and family traditions. This worksheet enhances language skills while educating students about Hawaiian culture and the importance of environmental stewardship. It encourages students to appreciate and respect diverse cultural backgrounds and the global environment.

Appearances and hobbies with Leilani

Priya is a 9-year-old girl who combines her love for Indian culture and the arts with her daily activities. Her worksheet vividly describes her interests and environment, providing a colorful glimpse into her life. 


The questions on Priya’s worksheet help students explore various aspects of her life, such as her passion for traditional Indian dance, her botanical hobbies, and her artistic pursuits. The worksheet is designed to enhance reading comprehension and encourage students to learn about and respect different cultural practices, while also improving their ability to form and answer questions in English. This comprehensive approach helps foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity among young learners.

Appearances and hobbies with Priya

Omar is an 8-year-old boy with a keen interest in sports and culture. His worksheet includes a richly detailed character profile that helps students explore aspects of cultural diversity and personal interests. 


The questions on Omar’s worksheet are designed to engage students in learning about his daily life, his hobbies, his educational interests, and his cultural practices. These include his participation in soccer, his family traditions, and his educational activities like learning Arabic and attending the local mosque. This worksheet not only aids in language development but also encourages cultural sensitivity and awareness among young learners.

Appearances and hobbies with Omar

Mei is a 10-year-old girl with a deep appreciation for the arts and sciences. Her worksheet is rich with details about her life, interests, and cultural background, providing a comprehensive learning experience for students. 


The questions on Mei’s worksheet are designed to help students explore various aspects of her personality and daily activities, such as her hobbies in playing the piano and painting, her love for reading, and her aspirations in mathematics and architecture. This approach encourages students to engage with the content actively, enhancing their comprehension and language skills while fostering an appreciation for diverse cultures and disciplines.

Appearances and hobbies with Mei

Physical appearance (hair & face) crossword with clues - use clues to complete the crossword
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Physical Appearance (Hair & Face) Crossword

  A  multiple choice worksheet to revise appearance and personality adjectives,  comparatives and describing people.  This worksheet is intended for middle school students. 

Multiple choice for Appearance and personality

THESE ARE THE PICS THAT GO WITH THE WORKSHEET "Physical Appearance and Body Types" ON MY PROFILE



Excellent vocabulary lesson for upper-int to advanced or conversation classes. Students must use new vocabulary to describe a range of body types. Some of the examples taken from OneStopEnglish.

Physical Appearance and Body Types-- PICS

This worksheet was created as a sequence to the first activity of labelling a Saltwater Crocodile.  On this worksheet students use the labelled crocodile to write a paragraph that describes its appearance.  It can used as a class collaborative activity or a paired activity.

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