Online (word) games and Kahoot alternatives

Engaging Online Games for ESL Classrooms

If you’re looking for interactive and engaging ways to enhance your ESL lessons, incorporating online games can be a great way to boost student participation and make learning more enjoyable. Below are some fantastic resources that can be seamlessly integrated into lessons focused on advertising, marketing, speaking, and general knowledge.

Sporcle Quizzes: Fun and Educational Challenges

Sporcle offers a variety of quizzes and games that can be a great addition to your classroom. These are especially useful when discussing topics like advertising or marketing.

  • Company Slogans Quiz – Test students‘ knowledge of famous slogans and their corresponding companies. Play here
  • End the Slogan with an Image – A visually engaging way to reinforce branding and advertising concepts. Play here

Wheel of Fortune: A Fun Way to Earn Points

A great tool to reinforce vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation is Wheel of Fortune. It can be adapted to different topics and makes for a fun classroom activity. Try it here

Online Jeopardy: Test General Knowledge and Speaking Skills

Jeopardy is an excellent format for reviewing various topics, from grammar and vocabulary to cultural knowledge. Here are two great options:

  • General Knowledge Jeopardy – A broad mix of topics for general learning. Play here It’s quite easy to edit the 5 mn games for your own vocab or topic related lessons. Here’s one that I made for my B1 students: Pet revision
  • Travel-Themed Jeopardy – Perfect for lessons on travel and culture. Play here

For speaking-focused lessons, this IELTS Conversation Jeopardy is a great option: Play here

Scattergories Online: A Stylish and Engaging Game for Groups

One of the best ways to encourage creative thinking and vocabulary expansion is Scattergories. It works especially well in a classroom setting when students are divided into groups.

ClassroomScreen: A Handy Digital Tool for Teachers

For a versatile tool that helps manage the classroom, display activities, and organize games, ClassroomScreen is a great resource. Explore it here


Using online games in ESL classrooms not only makes learning fun but also fosters collaboration and engagement. Try these resources in your next lesson and see the difference they make!

A wheel of fortune for points

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