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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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A2
Under the Sea

This engaging 60-minute Under the Sea ESL lesson plan for elementary kids helps students develop speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. Through interactive activities, including video comprehension, reading exercises, and vocabulary matching, students will explore fascinating sea creatures like whales, dolphins, sharks, and octopuses. The lesson includes discussions, quizzes, and a creative drawing task where students imagine and describe their own sea creature.

A2
Greetings & Introductions

This ESL lesson plan focuses on greetings and introductions in English for A2 level teens/adults. The 45-min lesson includes structured tasks aimed at improving vocabulary and speaking skills. Activities include pair discussions, video observation, gap-filling exercises, and dialogue creation to help students use simple, everyday expression to get to know each other.

B2
Reading Novels - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

This ESL lesson plan focuses on enhancing learners' reading comprehension, listening, and speaking skills through an engaging session based on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Learners will analyze key quotes, watch a video clip, fill in transcript gaps, and discuss the plot. The lesson encourages critical thinking, vocabulary development, and collaborative discussion on how books and films differ in storytelling.

Free
A2-B1
Thanksgiving: Origin and Traditions

This ESL lesson plan explores the history and traditions of Thanksgiving in a group setting, targeting intermediate learners. Students will watch a video about the origins of Thanksgiving, complete listening comprehension exercises, and engage in discussions about cultural traditions. The lesson focuses on improving speaking and listening skills while encouraging students to reflect on the significance of holidays and family traditions.

A1-A2
Rooms in a House

Discover the "Rooms in a House" lesson plan designed for A1-A2 ESL kids, focusing on vocabulary related to different spaces in a house. In this engaging 45-minute lesson, students will enjoy listening to a fun song, matching exercises about activities in each room, and a playful reading about finding a teddy bear. This lesson plan encourages students to describe simple aspects of their everyday life using basic phrases.

B2-C1
Crowdfunding Concepts

This ESL lesson plan introduces teens and adults to crowdfunding through engaging activities that enhance vocabulary and reading skills. In this 90-minute flipped classroom session, B2-C1 students first watch a TEDx video to explore the concept, then work in class to discuss the benefits and challenges of crowdfunding.

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B1
Exploring Careers Through Modals of Advice

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.

B1-B2
The Logical Song

Explore our engaging ESL song-based lesson designed for adults at the B1 level. This 45-minute individual lesson focuses on developing reading and listening skills. Students will delve into the lyrics of "The Logical Song" by Supertramp, match words with definitions, and complete sentences using the learned vocabulary.

A1
Farm Animals

This farm animals lesson plan introduces kids to animal sounds and basic vocabulary in a fun, interactive setting. Through reading, speaking, and comprehension exercises, students learn about farm animals like cows, chickens, and sheep while practicing sentence formation and sound recognition.

A2
Ordering Food at Restaurants

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.

B1-B2
Ted Talk: How Long Does It Take To Change Your Life?

This ESL lesson plan introduces B1-B2 level teens to a TED Talk on forming new habits. Students engage in a 60-minute lesson based on the flipped classroom model, participating in listening and speaking exercises such as comprehension questions, vocabulary tasks, and guided discussions. The lesson aims to enhance their critical thinking and communication skills.

C1
Genetics: Traits and Inheritance

This ESL lesson plan on genetics introduces C1-level adult learners to the science of hereditary traits in a 60-minute group session. Through listening exercises, vocabulary matching, and structured discussions, students will explore genetic inheritance, DNA, and ethical considerations in genetics. Designed to build comprehension and speaking skills, this engaging lesson encourages learners to critically discuss genetics' impact on society and its future potential.

B1-B2
Stages of Immigration

This ESL lesson plan explores the emotional and cultural stages of immigration through listening and group discussion. Designed for B1-B2 learners, the lesson focuses on vocabulary related to immigration and cultural adaptation, while encouraging learners to share personal experiences and opinions. Exercises include analyzing real-life testimonials, discussing the challenges of fitting in, and understanding traditional values, which build listening and speaking skills.

A1-A2
Giving Directions in English

This ESL lesson plan introduces basic directional vocabulary and phrases, perfect for beginners learning how to give and follow directions. Through activities like matching exercises, listening to conversations, and practicing simple phrases, students will gain confidence in asking for and giving directions.

B1-B2
Teamwork: Roles and Responsibilities

This ESL lesson plan helps adults understand and discuss the importance of different roles in teamwork. Using speaking and vocabulary exercises, this lesson introduces students to Dr. Meredith Belbin’s nine team roles, exploring how roles like coordinator, facilitator, and task distributor impact group dynamics. Through videos, matching exercises, and role discussions, students will enhance their B1-B2 English skills while engaging with concepts critical to collaborative success in business and everyday interactions.