WORD TEASERS WORDTEASERS Flash Cards Origins

150 conversation starters based on english words and phrases borrowed from other languages, e. G. ,chutzpah [yiddish: audacity; nerve] or faitpli [french: done deal],each with the origin, definition, and a fun fact about the word or phrase on the back of the card. Aligns with common core standards. - expands language skills with questions using english words and phrases borrowed from other languages - engaging conversations using words and phrases borrowed from other languages - for ages 10 to adult - involves students in a range of collaborative discussions, building on the ideas of others