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B1 (Intermediate)
A2-B1
Brazilian Carnival Celebration

This ESL lesson plan explores the vibrant carnival in Brazil through reading, speaking, and vocabulary activities. In this 60 min lesson, students will match key vocabulary, complete a dialogue, discuss carnival traditions, and read about the event’s history. The lesson includes comprehension questions and a fun creative task where students design and describe their own carnival costume and float, improving their communication and critical thinking skills in an engaging way.

B1-B2
TikTok in Business and Social Life

This ESL lesson plan examines TikTok’s role in business, social life, and global controversies, designed for adults and teens at a B2 level. With a 60-minute group session, it focuses on reading, listening, and speaking skills through discussions, text analysis, and comprehension exercises. Perfect for learners to engage critically with modern social media trends while expanding vocabulary and communication skills.

B1-B2
Presidential Inauguration

This ESL lesson plan explores the Presidential Inauguration in the US, designed for adults and teens at B1-B2 levels. Focusing on reading and vocabulary, the lesson includes video discussions, matching exercises, text comprehension, and fill-in-the-blank activities to deepen understanding of this historical event. Perfect for learners to enhance language skills while engaging with the traditions and significance of the inauguration ceremony.

B1-B2
Lunar New Year

This ESL lesson plan is designed for B1-B2 learners in a group setting and focuses on developing listening and speaking skills. The lesson includes interactive tasks such as group discussions, fact-checking, watching a video, and creating dialogues about Lunar New Year traditions. Activities encourage students to practice cultural understanding through engaging exercises like guessing games, multiple-choice questions, and role-play scenarios. Perfect for kids and teens!

B1-B2
Understanding LA Wildfires and Other Natural Disasters

This ESL lesson plan focuses on reading and speaking skills while exploring the topic of natural disasters and ways to prevent them. Targeting group work, students will engage in various activities, such as reading an article on the Los Angeles wildfires, discussing disaster causes, and brainstorming ways to help people affected. The lesson encourages active participation, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving to address the devastating effects of wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters. By the end of the lesson, students will have developed a deeper understanding of disaster prevention and recovery methods.

B1-B2
Longer Days

This ESL lesson plan explores the effects of climate change on the planet’s rotation in a 60-minute group session designed for B1-B2 teens and adults. Students will practice Listening and Speaking skills by discussing real-world climate impacts, analyzing collocations, and interpreting scientific findings through a video activity. Interactive tasks include brainstorming, gap-fill exercises, and debates on powerful climate change quotes.

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.

B1-B2
AI Therapy?

This ESL lesson plan introduces B1-B2 learners to the concept of AI therapy in a 30-minute group session emphasizing speaking and reading skills. Students analyze the benefits and drawbacks of AI-driven psychological tools through a short article and comprehension questions.

B1
The Holiday Party Hunt

This ESL lesson plan engages B1-level adults in a 30-minute individual session to explore festive activities through speaking and reading tasks. Students analyze dialogues, choose events from ads, and match cultural facts about holiday traditions worldwide. The lesson develops practical language skills, enabling learners to navigate holiday planning discussions and explore global Christmas customs.

B1
Commute Hacks 101

This ESL lesson plan integrates speaking and reading activities into a 60-minute group session for B1-level adults. Students work with vocabulary related to commuting, analyze a dialogue about daily travel challenges, and practice filling in contextual gaps. They discuss commuting solutions, explore alternatives like telecommuting, and collaborate on crafting practical tips for smoother daily travel.

B1-B2
Simple Steps to Health

This ESL lesson plan introduces adults and teens to practical health tips in a 60-minute group session. Through engaging listening, speaking, and writing activities, learners will explore topics like nutrition, outdoor activities, and mental well-being. Designed for B1-B2 learners, this lesson encourages discussions about simple, budget-friendly ways to improve physical and mental health.

B1-B2
Sporting Together

This ESL lesson plan engages teens and adults in a 60-minute group session focused on the value of team sports. Learners will practice listening and speaking through discussions, video analysis, and vocabulary-building activities. Designed for B1-B2 learners, the lesson encourages participants to reflect on the physical, mental, and social benefits of sports while improving their ability to share opinions and ideas effectively.

B1-B2
Mastering English Vocabulary in the Kitchen

This ESL lesson plan helps adults improve their reading and writing skills through engaging cooking-related activities. In this 60-minute group lesson designed for B1-B2 learners, participants will learn essential kitchen vocabulary, explore a healthy salad recipe, and practice writing clear, detailed instructions. The lesson encourages creativity as students customize recipes and develop practical language skills for everyday cooking tasks.

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B1
Weather Phenomena

This ESL lesson plan introduces students to fascinating weather phenomena through engaging speaking, reading, and grammar activities. Designed for teens and adults at the B1 level, the 45-minute group lesson explores natural events like the Northern Lights and fire whirls. Students will enhance their grammar skills with articles, analyze descriptive texts, and participate in discussions to share personal insights and preferences about unique weather occurrences.

B1-B2
From High School Track to Olympic Glory

This ESL lesson plan focuses on the inspiring story of athletes Tara Davis and Hunter Woodhall through engaging listening, reading, and group activities. Students will discuss challenges faced by athlete couples, analyze a text, and watch an interview to practice comprehension skills. The lesson concludes with a creative task where learners research and present the story of a famous couple. Ideal for B1-B2 students, this dynamic session enhances vocabulary and communication skills.