This lesson plan engages B1+ ESL students in discussing and reviewing films. The lesson includes a trailer discussion, vocabulary practice, and guided review writing to enhance descriptive skills. Students will also share personal opinions on movies and explore how films can inspire and teach life lessons.
Skills
This ESL lesson plan introduces gym vocabulary and listening skills in a 60-minute, individual lesson designed for B2-level teens and adults. Through engaging activities, students will discuss workout motivations, match key fitness terms, and watch a video workout to complete comprehension exercises. This lesson plan focuses on expanding vocabulary and improving listening comprehension related to gym routines, encouraging students to discuss fitness goals and strategies confidently.
This ESL lesson plan teaches students how to communicate their preferences and needs when shopping, in a 45-minute group session. Through speaking exercises and vocabulary practice, teens and adults will build confidence in explaining what they want as customers and responding as shop assistants. With engaging dialogue activities, students will practice organizing questions and answers in real-world shopping scenarios.
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.
This ESL lesson plan on microplastics helps students improve listening, vocabulary, and speaking skills through a variety of interactive activities. The lesson includes brainstorming, matching exercises, and engaging discussions on the environmental impact of microplastics. Students watch a video to practice listening for detail and participate in thought-provoking debates to express their views, enhancing comprehension and conversational fluency.
This ESL lesson plan focuses on prison life and rehabilitation targets listening and speaking skills in a group setting. The lesson includes matching quotes, a video clip from the show "Rectify," and discussion questions on rehabilitation and life after prison. Students will practice identifying main ideas, understanding details, and engaging in meaningful conversations. The structure promotes active participation and reflection on key topics.
This ESL lesson plan focuses on the potential retirement of Jennifer Lopez from music, designed for B1 level adults and teens. Through individual listening exercises, students will watch a talk show interview, analyze Lopez's thoughts on her career, and practice answering comprehension questions. This 60-minute session includes discussions on themes of legacy, creativity, and the personal impact of an artist's journey, allowing students to explore cultural icons and reflect on how personal experiences shape creativity.
This ESL lesson plan is designed for teens to practice reading and speaking skills in a group setting. Through fun tasks like matching activities, comprehension questions, and creative planning exercises, students will learn about exciting beach activities such as sunbathing, picnics, and collecting seashells. Perfect for A2 learners, this 45-minute lesson encourages collaboration and helps students confidently describe their ideal beach day while expanding their vocabulary.
This ESL lesson plan on deep reading helps students practice thoughtful, reflective reading techniques. Beginning with a discussion of reading habits, the lesson explores what deep reading entails through a text analysis exercise. Students apply skills by marking true/false statements, summarizing paragraphs, and identifying vocabulary, enhancing their ability to reflect on complex ideas. The lesson closes with a reflective activity, where students evaluate the advantages and challenges of deep reading. Perfect for building critical reading skills and encouraging deep engagement with texts.
