How Netflix's Money Heist Became a Worldwide Phenomenon
ESL Lesson PlansHow Netflix's Money Heist Became a Worldwide Phenomenon

How Netflix's Money Heist Became a Worldwide Phenomenon

This lesson plan explores how Netflix's "Money Heist" became a worldwide phenomenon while developing reading and speaking skills. Students engage in discussion, comprehension exercises, and vocabulary activities to analyze the show's success, themes, and impact. Through gap-filling, sentence rephrasing, and thought-provoking questions, learners deepen their understanding of storytelling, media influence, and global entertainment trends. Perfect for adults and teens.

Skills

  • Can give clear, detailed descriptions and presentations on a wide range of subjects related to their field of interest.
  • Can understand a wide variety of texts including literary writings, newspaper or magazine articles, and specialised academic or professional publications, provided there are opportunities for rereading and they have access to reference tools.
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Based on CEFR
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1

Watch the trailer. Have you ever watched this show before? Do you know who the characters are?

2

Read the article about the TV show Money Heist. Why did it become so popular?

3

Glossary

4

Mark the sentences as true or false.

5

Based on the article, answer the questions.

6

Can you match these words to their definitions?

7

Rephrase each sentence using one of the phrases on the list.

8

Discuss the following questions.

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