Weird & Wonderful Weddings

Photo Prompts

Int – Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

A picture is worth a thousand words. Look at this photo from The Associated Press of a couple getting married in Star Wars costumes. This is an example of a new trend where people have themed weddings.

Use the photo in class with your students to draw comparisons, brainstorm vocabulary, and make predictions. You can also assign a writing or speaking task based on the photo prompt. You may want to teach some of the suggested vocabulary below.

Focus

authentic materials
topic-based
writing
speaking
news
wedding
trend
productive

Vocabulary

officiant
celebration
offbeat
nuptials
formal
low-key
generic
personalized
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