Giving and Receiving Compliments
ESL Lesson PlansGiving and Receiving Compliments

Giving and Receiving Compliments

This ESL lesson plan explores the basics of giving and receiving compliments in a group setting for adults at A1-A2 levels. Through vocabulary and speaking activities, students will discuss the value of compliments, practice forming positive phrases, and engage in role-play exercises to build confidence in social interactions. This lesson focuses on building communication skills and fostering a positive atmosphere through appreciation in everyday conversations.

Skills

  • Can give a simple description or presentation of people, living or working conditions, daily routines.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
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1

Read the text below with a partner. Then, discuss what Anna could say to Lucy and share your ideas with the class.

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Lucy went to the hair shop. She got a new haircut. She likes it a lot. Her hair is shorter now. It looks nice and feels soft. Lucy goes home. Her sister Anna sees her hair and thinks it looks very good. Anna wants to compliment Lucy's new haircut, and say something nice about it. What can Anna say to Lucy?
2

In small groups, take turns answering each question.

3

Unscramble the words to make sentences that we can use to give compliments.

4

People give compliments about different things. Answer the following questions about the sentences from the previous task.

5

Match the compliment with the best way to respond.

6

In pairs, create small dialogues for each situation. Practice giving and receiving compliments.