In this B2-level ESL lesson plan, teens will dive into the elements of short stories by creating their own narratives. The 60-minute session features engaging group discussions, exercises focused on storytelling vocabulary, and writing skill-building tasks. Students will start by reflecting on their favorite fairy tales, participate in pair discussions, and analyze a short story to identify essential storytelling phrases. By the end of the lesson, they will craft their own short stories, beginning with "Once upon a time," to creatively express their experiences, feelings, and reactions.
Skills
This ESL lesson plan focuses on listening and speaking skills in a group setting, helping students explore attitudes towards work in different cultures. Through engaging warm-up exercises, a listening activity with a comprehension check, and vocabulary practice, students will develop essential communication skills. The lesson concludes with a group speaking exercise that encourages discussion about global work practices, making it ideal for upper-intermediate learners looking to enhance their language and cultural awareness.
This ESL lesson plan helps kids and teens explore the essentials of party planning through a station rotation model in a 60-minute (15 min per station), A1-A2 level class. Through speaking, reading, grammar, and writing stations, students practice essential skills, such as using prepositions of place and describing party preparations. Students will create a personalized thank-you note, improving their grammar and situational vocabulary while enjoying hands-on party planning activities.
In this ESL lesson, students will practice reading and speaking about the history and impact of hunting. Students will start by brainstorming ideas about "hunting" and "conservation." They will read an article, decide if statements about it are true or false, and share their opinions in discussions. This lesson helps students think critically and improve communication while learning about hunting's effects on nature and society.
This ESL lesson plan focuses on ordering food at restaurants through interactive video questions and role-play exercises in a 60-minute session. Designed for A2-level teens and adults, students will explore a sample menu, answer comprehension questions from a restaurant video, and practice ordering food in a role-play activity. This ESL lesson plan for ordering food helps students build confidence and vocabulary for real-life dining experiences.
This ESL lesson plan develops reading, listening, and discussion skills through the topic of AI therapy. Students will analyze a detailed text, complete comprehension exercises, and explore the ethical and practical implications of AI in mental health services. A group discussion and vocabulary-building activities enhance fluency and critical thinking.
This ESL lesson plan is designed for A2-level individual adult learners, focusing on speaking and reading skills related to describing people, places, and possessions. The 30-minute lesson is structured with interactive tasks, including answering personal questions, reading comprehension, collocation matching, and personalized description exercises.
This lesson plan on modals of advice engages students through various tasks focused on professions. Students will enhance their speaking, reading, and writing skills while discussing career choices and applying modals of advice. The structured exercises include gap-filling, discussions, and advice-giving scenarios that reinforce the use of "should" and "shouldn't." By the end of the lesson, learners will confidently express advice related to different professions.
This ESL lesson plan helps teens and adults practice polite ways to say "no" in social situations, focusing on speaking in a group setting. Through dialogues, conversation practice, and polite phrase exercises, students enhance their ability to decline invitations while maintaining positive relationships. The lesson promotes real-life communication skills, encouraging learners to express themselves respectfully and clearly in various contexts.
