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Explore lesson plans for English teachers packed with creative ESL activities and practical English lesson ideas to save time and make your teaching more impactful

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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.

C1
The Economics of Shein

This ESL lesson plan explores the fast fashion giant Shein through listening, speaking, and writing activities. Students engage in discussions, vocabulary matching, and video analysis to examine Shein's business practices, from its innovative small-batch production model to the ethical concerns surrounding its operations. The lesson concludes with group brainstorming and presentations, encouraging critical thinking and persuasive communication in a dynamic group setting. Perfect for advanced learners looking to refine their language skills while tackling real-world topics.

C1-C2
Seeing Isn't Always Believing

This ESL lesson plan engages advanced learners in a thought-provoking session focused on listening, speaking, and grammar skills. Through group discussions, video analysis, and vocabulary exercises, students explore the implications of deepfake technology and its impact on reality. The lesson also includes collaborative problem-solving activities where participants address ethical dilemmas and brainstorm solutions to real-world scenarios. Perfect for fostering critical thinking and language proficiency in a dynamic classroom setting.

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C1-C2
Animal Tongue Adaptations

This ESL lesson plan introduces C1/C2-level adult and teen learners to the science of unique tongue adaptations in animals in a 60-minute group session. Through vocabulary matching, an informative video, listening comprehension, and structured discussions, students will explore the biological phenomenon that is tongues. Designed to build comprehension and speaking skills, this engaging lesson encourages learners to discuss how the evolutions of animal appendages can help them survive in nature.

C1
Emerald Isle Celebrations

This lesson plan immerses C1-level ESL learners in the history and traditions of Saint Patrick's Day. Through discussions, vocabulary matching, video quizzes, gap-fill activities, and role-play dialogues, students develop advanced listening, speaking, and summarizing skills. The lesson plan emphasizes collaborative learning and cultural exploration, making it an engaging and informative topic for group lessons.

B1-B2
Networking Rules!

This ESL lesson plan focuses on building speaking, vocabulary, and listening skills essential for professional networking. Through engaging group activities, students will explore communication rules, match vocabulary to definitions, and analyze tips from a video. The lesson includes pair discussions, gap-fill exercises, and practical strategies for creating genuine connections. Perfect for improving confidence and fluency in workplace interactions!

B2
Writing Effective Complaint Emails

This ESL lesson plan is designed for B2-level ESL learners to master composing structured, polite, and impactful complaint emails. Over the 60-minute lesson, students analyze real-life examples, identify key components of effective emails, and practice drafting their own using targeted vocabulary. The lesson plan focuses on developing formal tone, descriptive language, and actionable requests, helping students improve their professional writing skills in English.

C1-C2
Deconstructing Inspirational Speeches

This ESL lesson plan helps C1/C2 learners refine their vocabulary, listening, and reading skills by analyzing the techniques used in inspirational speeches. Students explore rhetorical devices, discuss their effects, and evaluate examples through video and text analysis. Activities include filling in gaps with target phrases, crafting persuasive speeches, and identifying logical fallacies. The lesson emphasizes critical thinking and practical application of advanced language skills.

B2
Lifestyle and Community

This ESL lesson plan for adults (B2 level) focuses on listening, reading and speaking skills. Students explore the concepts of lifestyle, community, and multiculturalism through video comprehension, vocabulary matching, and group discussions. Activities include analyzing city profiles, matching individuals to cities, and reflecting on personal experiences in a multicultural context. The lesson emphasizes cultural understanding and encourages meaningful dialogue about inclusivity and diverse lifestyles.

B1
New Year's Resolutions

This interactive ESL lesson plan helps adult B1 learners practice listening and speaking skills. Through video-based comprehension, vocabulary matching, gap-filling, and group discussions, students explore the theme of New Year’s resolutions. The lesson encourages learners to reflect on goal-setting, describe ambitions, and exchange ideas in a collaborative setting. A perfect way to start the year with engaging, relatable exercises!

A2
Express Yourself: Feelings in English

This ESL lesson plan introduces teens to vocabulary and expressions related to feelings and emotions. Over 60 minutes, students engage in reading and speaking activities in a group setting, including decoding emotional stories, sharing personal experiences, and brainstorming strategies for emotional expression. Perfect for A2 learners, this lesson fosters communication skills and self-awareness while improving vocabulary related to everyday emotions.

A2
Winter Sadness

This engaging ESL lesson plan focuses on self-care during winter for teens and adults. Over 30 minutes, learners will explore winter routines through a video, analyze a social media post, and practice speaking and reading about habits and experiences. Designed for A2 learners in an individual setting, the lesson helps students develop practical communication skills while reflecting on ways to stay happy and healthy during the colder months.

B1
AI in Education

This ESL lesson plan for individual learners at the B1+ level focuses on speaking and listening skills. Through thought-provoking video exercises, students explore the benefits and challenges of AI in education, complete comprehension questions, and practice gap-filling tasks. The lesson concludes with a personalized opinion-sharing activity to enhance critical thinking and communication. Perfect for learners interested in technology and education trends!

C1
Exploring the Tales of Everyday People

This ESL lesson plan delves into people stories through listening, reading, and speaking activities. Students guess a city from quotes, analyze vocabulary, and engage with stories from "Humans of New York." The lesson fosters discussion, emotional connections, and storytelling while enhancing comprehension and conversational fluency. Homework includes creating a personal project inspired by the blog’s interviews.

C1
Can AI Replace Therapists?

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.