Explore. Speak. Learn
6 Followers
Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
About the store
🗣️ “Helping ESL Students Speak Through Images & Imagination”
Help your students speak, think, and write in English with confidence through engaging visual learning! 🌈🗣️📚
My “From Image to Words” resources are designed to transform simple pictures into powerful speaking and writing activities for ESL learners aged 8–13.
These no-prep resources help students:
✅ Build speaking confidence naturally
✅ Expand vocabulary through visuals
✅ Practice full-sentence answers
✅ Improve creative thinking and storytelling
✅ Develop writing and discussion skills
✅ Participate more actively in class
✅ Learn English in a fun, low-stress way
Perfect for:
🍎 ESL classrooms
🏡 Online teaching
📖 Speaking clubs
🧠 Creative writing lessons
🎯 Differentiated learning
🌍 Beginner to advanced ESL learners
Each resource includes structured activities designed to support different ability levels, making it easy for teachers to adapt lessons for mixed-level classes.
Your students won’t just memorise English — they’ll learn how to USE it confidently through imagination, discussion, and visual storytelling ✨
Read moreAll resources
Filters
Format
Resource type
Audience
Programs & methods
Supports
Underwater Library of Wonders— NO PREP ESL Speaking & Writing (Beginner - Adv)
Underwater Library of Wonders is part of the Image to Words™ series — NO PREP ESL picture prompts that turn magical images into complete speaking → writing lessons. It’s designed for mixed-level learners and works beautifully for Grades 2–8 (and can be adapted for older ESL students). ✅ Product Description (teacher-friendly) This resource includes a high-interest fantasy scene (a giant tree elevator powered by fireflies) paired with: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced speaking questions
3rd - 8th
Other (ELA), Short Stories, Vocabulary
Instant Image-to-Words Lessons: No-Prep ESL Speaking Pack (10 Pictures)
This PDF provides teachers with a complete ESL lesson, built around 10 powerful picture prompts — each one fully ready to use with absolutely no preparation. Every image comes with three levels of questions (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced), making it effortless to support mixed-ability learners in any classroom or online setting. The visuals in this pack are intentionally vibrant and story-rich, designed to spark instant curiosity and encourage students to speak more, imagine more, and
2nd - 7th
Other (ELA), Short Stories, Vocabulary
Fun ESL Picture Prompts for Creative Speaking (No Prep!)
Transform your ESL lessons instantly — no prep, no stress. This resource gives teachers a complete set of high-quality picture-based speaking and writing prompts that can be used the moment class begins. Each image is unique, story-rich, and designed to spark imagination, vocabulary growth, and confident English use. Every prompt includes three levels of ready-to-use questions (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced), making differentiation effortless. Whether you teach mixed-ability classes, onli
2nd - 7th
ELA Test Prep, Short Stories, Vocabulary
ESL Picture Prompts for Speaking & Writing (No-Prep Resource)
From Image to Words – No-Prep ESL Speaking & Writing PackBring your English lessons to life with this ready-to-use ESL resource featuring a set of visually rich image prompts designed to build speaking, writing, and creative thinking skills — with zero prep required. Each image includes three levels of questions (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced) along with a full Answer Key, making it easy to support mixed-level classes and guide students from simple observation to deeper expression and
2nd - 7th
Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Short Stories
Printable ESL Picture Discussion Prompts – Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced
From Image to Words – ESL Speaking Prompts (PDF)This engaging PDF resource features a collection of beautiful, high-quality images paired with 3 levels of guided speaking questions and answers — Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Designed for students aged 8–13, these prompts help learners describe, imagine, and discuss what they see in English, building confidence and creativity through visual storytelling. 💡 How It Helps Educators No-Prep Resource: Simply print or project — perfect
3rd - 7th
Other (ELA), Short Stories, Vocabulary
Showing 1-5 of 5 results
About the store
Experience
🗣️ “Helping ESL Students Speak Through Images & Imagination”
Help your students speak, think, and write in English with confidence through engaging visual learning! 🌈🗣️📚
My “From Image to Words” resources are designed to transform simple pictures into powerful speaking and writing activities for ESL learners aged 8–13.
These no-prep resources help students:
✅ Build speaking confidence naturally
✅ Expand vocabulary through visuals
✅ Practice full-sentence answers
✅ Improve creative thinking and storytelling
✅ Develop writing and discussion skills
✅ Participate more actively in class
✅ Learn English in a fun, low-stress way
Perfect for:
🍎 ESL classrooms
🏡 Online teaching
📖 Speaking clubs
🧠 Creative writing lessons
🎯 Differentiated learning
🌍 Beginner to advanced ESL learners
Each resource includes structured activities designed to support different ability levels, making it easy for teachers to adapt lessons for mixed-level classes.
Your students won’t just memorise English — they’ll learn how to USE it confidently through imagination, discussion, and visual storytelling ✨
Awards & shining teacher moments
Throughout my career, my most rewarding moments have been watching students gain confidence and excel in English, from writing strong research papers to successfully passing major exams like TOEFL and IELTS. I was frequently entrusted with mentoring faculty, leading contests, and program design at the university level, which highlights my reliability and recognition as a dedicated educator
My own education history
MA in TESOL – St. Clement’s University (2011–2012), thesis on first language interference in South Korean learners.
Graduate & Diploma in TESOL – London Teacher Training College (2009–2010).
Certificate in TEFL/TESOL & TEYLT – EC Cape Town (2007–2008).
BA in Arts – University of Stellenbosch, South Africa (1980)
Additional biographical information
I have a diverse background beyond teaching, including experience as a manager at SABC (youth programs dubbing) and as an entrepreneur in small business and real estate. I am also an avid traveller, with extensive backpacking across Europe and the UK, and I enjoy sports such as cycling, tennis, squash, swimming, and scuba diving. These experiences enrich my teaching, making lessons engaging, creative, and globally connected
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands