My Favorite Book and Why I Like It
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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.

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