Present Continuous Dominoes!

This domino-inspired ESL present continuous practice game offers plenty of ways to master basic time expressions and improve fluency.

This printable and online-friendly PDF ESL worksheet helps beginners and pre-intermediate students practice the present continuous tense while having fun. The activity is designed as a domino-inspired game where each tile connects a time expression (e.g., “right now,” “this week,” or “at the moment”) with an image (e.g., someone studying or a family on vacation). The goal? Use the time expression and image to create sentences in the present continuous about things happening now, around now, or future plans.

Instructions

Students take turns forming sentences that fit the image and time expression, ensuring that even with set connections, the game remains dynamic as players come up with fresh and creative ideas. Encourage discussion and teamwork by having students evaluate which sentences are the most accurate, funny, or unique.

Perfect for real-life classrooms, virtual lessons, or independent practice, this activity boosts grammar, fluency, and confidence while engaging students in an interactive way.

📌 Key Features:

• Level: Suitable for beginners and pre-intermediate learners.
• Format: Printable and online-friendly PDF for flexible use.
• Focus: Practicing the present continuous with time expressions.
• Skills: Grammar, speaking, and critical thinking.
• Usage: Ideal for pairs, groups, or individual practice.

Get your students speaking and thinking in English with this engaging present continuous practice game today!