Storytelling & reflection: JAM topics

Describe, imagine and tell stories with a clear beginning, middle and end.

A Childhood Memory I Treasure

Intermediate

Describe a favorite memory from your childhood and explain why it remains special to you today.

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An Important Lesson I Learned

Intermediate

Talk about a valuable lesson you learned from a difficult experience in your life.

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My Ultimate Dream Destination

Intermediate

Describe a country or city you would love to visit and explain why you want to go there.

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Overcoming a Fear of Speaking

Intermediate

Share a time when you had to face a fear of public speaking and how you handled it.

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Living Without the Internet

Intermediate

Imagine living without the internet for one full week and explain how your life would change.

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A Time I Made a Mistake

Intermediate

Describe a mistake you made in the past and explain how you fixed the problem.

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If I Could Time Travel

Intermediate

Describe which time period in history you would visit if you had a time machine.

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My Favorite Unforgettable Vacation

Intermediate

Talk about a memorable vacation you took with family or friends and what made it special.

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The Best Advice I Ever Received

Intermediate

Explain a valuable piece of advice someone gave you and how it influenced your choices.

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If I Had a Million Dollars

Intermediate

Explain how you would spend or invest a million dollars if you won the lottery today.

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A Unique Tradition I Started Myself

Intermediate

Describe a custom or routine you personally introduced to your friends or family and why it matters to you.

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Designing My Ultimate Fantasy Garden Space

Intermediate

Describe what your dream outdoor space or garden would look like and what activities you would do there.

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Overcoming My Struggles with Learning Cooking

Intermediate

Tell a story about a specific practical skill you found difficult at first and how you improved it.

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Finding a Hidden Note in a Book

Intermediate

Imagine finding a secret message in a secondhand book and tell a creative story about what happened next.

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Being Invisible for Just One Afternoon

Intermediate

Describe what you would do if you suddenly gained the power of invisibility for a few hours.

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