Are you looking for time-saving and truly interactive song activities for your English classroom? I mean, who has the time to create amazing new materials from scratch every single week? I know I don’t!
That’s exactly why I’ve created this for you. It’s a series of free, ad-free lyrical grammar quizzes designed to bring that spark back and really boost student engagement.
And when I say ad-free, I mean it. You can finally say goodbye to all those distracting pop-ups that kill the classroom vibe. It’s time to say hello to pure, focused, and effective learning with these ready-to-use lesson plans. Let’s bring the joy back!
The Song Activity Factory now offers a brand new feature: Free, interactive song-based grammar quizzes—completely ad-free and with no annoying popups! These quizzes provide an engaging way for students to explore grammar in context through the lyrics of popular songs. Each quiz is accompanied by a ready-to-use lesson plan, making it easy to deliver dynamic and effective lessons. Click the images below to get started and bring some extra fun to your classroom!
Why Use Interactive Quizzes to Teach English with Music?
I love a good gap-fill, I really do. But let’s be honest, sometimes you need to shake things up, right? You need to change the energy in the room. That’s where these interactive quizzes come in. They’re not just a tool; they transform the whole vibe from passive listening to ACTIVE learning. It’s the very heart of the MUSIC+ Framework.
Students get that instant feedback, and suddenly it’s a game. It’s low-stakes. And they love it.
- Boosts Student Engagement: Think about it. The word ‘quiz’ can make students freeze up. But a ‘music quiz’? That’s a whole different story. That’s a challenge. That’s FUN. It’s incredible to watch even the quietest students light up and want to participate. It just works.
- Provides Contextual Learning: This is the magic part. Grammar isn’t just some abstract rule in a book anymore. Inside a song, it’s ALIVE. It’s part of a story. Students finally see it in action, in a context that makes sense to them. And because they feel it, they remember it. It’s that simple.
- Saves You Time: And for us teachers? Our time is EVERYTHING. I know how busy you are. That’s why each quiz links to a full, ready-to-use lesson plan. It’s all about cutting down your prep time so you can put your energy where it matters most: with your students.
- Integrates Technology: If you think you’re not “techy,” this is for you. These quizzes are SO simple to use. Seriously. It’s an easy, effective way to bring a little technology into your class without any stress. No steep learning curve here, I promise. Just click and play.
Free, Time-Saving Song Activities & Quizzes
Alright, here they are! My gift to you. Just click on any image below to go straight to the free, ad-free quiz. And remember, every single one comes with a full lesson plan to make it a complete, soulful learning experience for your students.
🎵 Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish
📝 This song is HUGE right now, and your students will love it! This quiz is a fantastic way to review modal verbs, contractions, verb tenses, and comparatives using a song they’re probably already listening to. It’s the perfect way to make grammar feel current and truly relevant for your teens and young adults.
👉 [Lesson Plan Link]
🎵 Yes, I Can – Bonnie Tyler
📝 Oh, I just love the energy of this one! It’s such an empowering song. Let’s challenge our students with verb tenses, contractions, adjectives, and prepositions while filling them with a sense of “I can do this!” This interactive song activity is absolutely wonderful for reinforcing those foundational grammar points and, more importantly, for boosting their confidence. SO important.
👉 [Lesson Plan Link]
🎵 Let’s Go Back – Jungle
📝 Time to get groovy! This track is perfect for exploring a mix of verbs, pronouns, and articles. But it’s more than that—this quiz really encourages students to think about the meaning behind the words. It’s all about analyzing language in a real, meaningful context. Honestly, it’s one of the most creative ways to teach vocabulary with music that I know.
👉 [Lesson Plan Link]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do interactive song activities help engage students?
Interactive quizzes turn learning into a game. This format lowers anxiety and increases motivation by providing instant feedback in a fun, competitive environment that resonates with both teens and adults.
Are these quizzes suitable for beginner ESL students?
While adaptable, these specific quizzes are best for A2 (Elementary) level students and above, as they cover a range of grammar points. For beginners, focus on one grammar point at a time and pre-teach key vocabulary from the song.
How can I use these song activities for online teaching?
These quizzes are perfect for online lessons! Simply share your screen or send the quiz link to your students. You can complete it together as a class or have students work independently and then review the answers.
What’s the best way to integrate these quizzes into a lesson?
Use the quiz as a warm-up to activate prior knowledge, a mid-lesson check for understanding, or a fun wrap-up activity. Our BEAT+ Method suggests using them after an initial listening task to solidify learning.
Can I track student scores on these grammar quizzes?
These quizzes are designed for practice and engagement rather than formal assessment, so they do not store scores. The focus is on providing immediate, stress-free feedback to help students learn.
Where can I find more time-saving song activities for ESL teachers?
You can explore our full library of song-based lesson plans here. We regularly post new resources designed to be creative, effective, and easy to implement.
Author Bio:
About the Author: Márcia Bonfim is an ESL/EFL teacher and creator of the Song Activity Factory. She helps educators create engaging lessons using her signature BEAT+ Method, which features the MUSIC+ Framework. You can discover her complete methodology summary here.
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Hello,
I find your activities really interesting, but is it possible to receive emails about younger students? I teach ESL at primary level, with 12-year-olds.
The emails I receive are for teen and adult and therefore not at the level for my students.
I’m always disappointed when I can’t use them.
Perhaps you don’t have material for this age group, in which case I’ll unsubscribe.
Thank you
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Hello, Mystical Squirrel! Unfortunately, the activities here will always be for teens and adults. However, lots of them can be adapted for your needs! Happy teaching!
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