B2 – Upper intermediate
A game is structured form of play, usually undertaken for enjoyment and sometimes used as an educational tool. Key components of games are goals, rules, challenge, and interaction. Games generally involve mental or physical stimulation, and often both. A toy is an object that can be used for play. Unlike games, there are no rules involved in playing with a toy.
Please click the link and watch the video. Be able to answer the discussion questions below:
English Conversations – Toys and Games
Discuss:
- Do you agree with the advice given in this video? Why? Why not?
- Do you think experiences are better than toys?
- What kind of games did you play when you were a child?
- What games are popular in your country today?
- What kinds of games were popular when you were young?
- Do you think adults should play games?
- What do children learn from games?