How Animals 'Talk' to Each Other
ESL Lesson PlansHow Animals 'Talk' to Each Other

How Animals 'Talk' to Each Other

This ESL lesson plan explores how animals 'talk' to each other through engaging vocabulary and listening activities. Structured for B2-level teens, the 60-minute lesson includes a video-based listening exercise, vocabulary matching, and discussion prompts. Students will deepen their understanding of animal communication, practice new vocabulary, and share their views in group discussions. This plan helps learners recognize the differences and similarities between human and animal communication, fostering greater appreciation for nature’s unique forms of expression.

Skills

  • Can understand recordings in the standard form of the language likely to be encountered in social, professional or academic life and identify viewpoints and attitudes as well as the information content
  • Has a good range of vocabulary for matters connected to their field and most general topics.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
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Warm-up: Can animals talk?

Look at the two opinions below. Which one do you agree with most, and why? Can you think of any reasons and examples to support your point? Discuss them with a partner.
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For
Honestly, I really believe animals can communicate in their own way. Like, when my dog whines at the door, I totally get that she wants to go outside, and it feels like we're having a little back-and-forth. One time, I even swore my cat was trying to tell me she was hungry by pawing at her bowl and looking at me with those big, pleading eyes. It's like they have their own language, and we just need to learn how to understand it.
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Against
Nah, I'm totally against this whole idea of animals talking. They might make sounds, but they're not having conversations like humans do. Last week, I watched a documentary about dolphins making noises, and honestly, it felt more like random squeaks than actual communication. It's just wishful thinking if you ask me; they're not sitting around discussing philosophy over lunch or anything!
Your answer:
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Do animals have language?

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Vocabulary: Animal talk

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Animal facts

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