Make Your Happiness Potion | Adults

It is a magical warm-up activity for A2–B1 adult students. It combines creativity with speaking practice, allowing students to design their own “happiness potions” using the ingredients provided. Perfect for winter or autumn lessons, this activity fosters imagination, communication, and interactive discussion in a Harry Potter–inspired setting.

How to Use

1. Introduce the activity:
   Set the scene by telling your students they are magical potion-makers this winter. Show them a list of possible ingredients (e.g., joy, adventure, friendship, relaxation).

2. Create potions:
   Ask students to choose ingredients and design their own happiness potions. Encourage creativity and personal expression.

3. Pair discussion:
   Have students work in pairs. They should ask each other:

   • “What would you add to your potion?”
   • “Is there anything else that your potion needs?”

4. Foster conversation:
   Use the provided questions to spark discussion and encourage elaboration. For example, students can explain why they chose certain ingredients or how the potion would make them feel.

5. Share with the class:
   Invite volunteers to present their potions to the group, promoting speaking confidence and peer interaction.

This activity is perfect for engaging adult learners, practicing speaking, and creating a warm, magical classroom atmosphere.