Talking About Money and Finance
ESL Lesson PlansTalking About Money and Finance

Talking About Money and Finance

This B2 lesson plan explores finance and money-related topics in greater depth, helping advanced adult learners discuss economic concepts, financial decisions, and money management strategies. Students engage in discussion and debate activities. The worksheet includes advanced vocabulary, comprehension questions, and speaking prompts for extended conversation. This lesson plan is ideal for adult classes focused on business or general English, strengthening fluency and vocabulary around finance, economics, and money matters.

Skills

  • Can explain and discuss personal financial decisions, strategies, and concerns in detail, giving clear reasons and relevant examples.
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Based on CEFR
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1

Rank these goals from 1 (most important) to 6 (least important). Compare your ranking with a partner and explain your choices.

  1. paying off debt
  2. building an emergency fund
  3. saving for retirement
  4. buying a home
  5. enjoying life now
  6. investing for the future
2

Match the words with the definitions.

3

Read these opinions. Which one do you agree with the most and why?

4

Make a financial plan.

5

Discuss and debate.