Prepare your students for the Cambridge B2 First Writing exam with this engaging fashion-themed ESL lesson.

Built around the topic of fashion and its impact on people’s lives, this lesson helps students develop the skills and confidence needed to write a successful Cambridge FCE essay while improving their speaking, reading, and critical thinking skills.

Students begin by discussing the influence of fashion before analysing an authentic Cambridge model essay. They explore the official writing assessment criteria, evaluate sample essays from an examiner’s perspective, and apply what they have learned by planning and writing their own exam-style essay.

In this lesson, students will:

• Practise writing a Cambridge B2 First (FCE) essay

• Analyse a model essay and the official assessment criteria

• Evaluate sample essays using an examiner’s perspective

• Discuss the impact of fashion on individuals and society

• Plan, organise, and write a well-structured exam-style essay

Perfect for B2 adult and teenage learners preparing for the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) exam, this ready-to-teach lesson requires minimal preparation and combines focused exam practice with a thought-provoking topic that encourages meaningful discussion and effective academic writing.