My Favorite Book and Why I Like It
ESL Lesson PlansMy Favorite Book and Why I Like It

My Favorite Book and Why I Like It

Discover an engaging ESL lesson plan designed for teens at an A2 level, focusing on the topic favorite books and why we like them. This lesson targets essential skills such as writing, vocabulary, and speaking, through a variety of exercises including text comprehension, gap-filling, and creative writing. Students will explore their personal preferences, share their thoughts on books, and engage in discussions, all while expanding their linguistic abilities and enhancing their confidence in using vocabulary related to literature.

Skills

  • Can give information about matters of personal relevance (e.g. likes and dislikes, family, pets) using simple words/signs and basic expressions.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
Fully Customizable
1

Name your favorite books. Share why you chose those books.

1
What makes them interesting to you?
2

Read Ann's review of the "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" book. If you have read the book, what do you think of it? If not, would you like to read it?

3

Match the words highlighted in the text to their definitions.

4

Fill in the gaps.

5

Read these opinions about the Harry Potter books. Which books do you find boring? Which ones do you love? Are there any you're unsure about? Which ones are especially meaningful to you?

6

Discuss the following questions.

7

Imagine you are a book reviewer.

Other lessons in this category

B2
Office Manners

This ESL lesson plan focuses on essential workplace etiquette and communication skills. Students will engage in group discussions about appropriate office behavior, watch a humorous video on etiquette, and answer comprehension questions. The lesson plan also includes vocabulary matching and a class activity where learners create and share workplace do's and don'ts.

Free
B1-B2
What If: Titanic and Conditional Grammar

This ESL lesson plan engages teens and adults in exploring "what if" scenarios using the Titanic's iceberg collision as an example. Over 45 minutes, students will practice grammar skills with a focus on the third conditional through reading and imaginative exercises. Designed for B1-B2 learners, this individual activity encourages reflection on historical events while strengthening their ability to express hypothetical past situations in English.

Free
A2
Asking for Clarification

This ESL lesson plan helps teens improve their speaking skills through engaging group activities. In a 45-minute lesson, students practice asking for clarification and understanding conversational phrases at the A2 level. Through dialogues, role-plays, and interactive tasks, learners build confidence in managing real-life conversations and expanding their vocabulary.

A2
Mediterranean Street Cats' Life

This ESL lesson plan focuses on the daily life of Mediterranean street cats, targeting reading and speaking skills for A2-level learners. Through narrative reading, sentence-matching exercises, and discussion prompts, students will practice expressing opinions and understanding simple descriptions. Perfect for teens and adults looking to improve reading and conversational skills.

B1-B2
Bridging Cultural Gaps

This ESL lesson plan helps B1-level adults and teens explore cultural differences in a 60-minute group session, focusing on speaking skills. Through images, stories, and discussions, students learn to identify and explain unique customs while reflecting on their own cultural practices. Activities include vocabulary building, analyzing real-life scenarios, and exchanging perspectives to enhance cross-cultural understanding and communication.

B2
Unbound Souls

This ESL lesson plan engages B2-level learners in animated discussions about the benefits and drawbacks of taking a gap year. Through thought-provoking questions, vocabulary-building exercises, and informal debates, students will practice expressing their opinions, using idiomatic expressions, and supporting their viewpoints with real-life examples. The lesson plan also includes storytelling and comprehension tasks to deepen language skills.

A2
Planning for Holidays with Prepositions of Time

This ESL lesson plan helps students practice prepositions of time through a holiday theme. Learners engage in speaking exercises about global celebrations, discussing popular holidays and creating a calendar of events for the year. The lesson includes a grammar activity on using "in," "at," and "on" with specific times, dates, and periods, building confidence in everyday speaking contexts. With interactive practice and group work, this lesson strengthens essential communication skills.

B1-B2
Online Shopping: How to Spot a Scam

This ESL lesson plan focuses on helping teens enhance writing skills through composing confirmation emails for online purchases. Designed for B1-B2 level learners, this 60-minute individual session guides students in structuring formal emails, verifying order details, and identifying potential scam emails. With interactive discussions, reading comprehension exercises, and a writing task, students will build confidence in email composition and formal communication for real-world scenarios.