If you are currently preparing your students for the Cambridge exam and you still don't know what to do on 31st October, then this A2 Halloween speaking lesson is just for you! Bring a seasonal twist to the exam practice and combine the familiar A2 KEY speaking format with questions, vocabulary and picture-based tasks about… Continue reading Cambridge KEY Exam Practice: Halloween Speaking
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B2 – Think Differently: The Power of Self-Talk
What do you say to yourself when something goes wrong? Do you say to yourself, I'm terrible at this! This is going to be a disaster! or are you kind to yourself? Some people naturally have a more negative inner voice, while others tend to talk to themselves in a more positive and encouraging way.… Continue reading B2 – Think Differently: The Power of Self-Talk
C1 – Music Reviews: Giving Balanced Opinions
May 26th is Dracula Day – a holiday dedicated to one of the most famous vampires in the world. While most people don't celebrate Dracula Day (and I would even go as far as to say that most people don't know it exists), it provided me with the perfect excuse to create a music review… Continue reading C1 – Music Reviews: Giving Balanced Opinions
A2 – Modern Families: Empty Nesters and the Boomerang Generation
Even though Family Day has already passed, family-related topics are truly evergreen and can work at any point during the year. Discussions about living with parents, moving out, rent prices, and independence are highly relatable for many adult learners, especially today when more young adults are returning to the family home. That is exactly why… Continue reading A2 – Modern Families: Empty Nesters and the Boomerang Generation
B2 – Boomerang Generation: Moving Back Home
As part of the series of lessons inspired by unusual holidays, 15th May, also known as Family Day, is a perfect opportunity to explore how modern families are changing. This Boomerang Kids ESL lesson focuses on one topic that some students may relate to, but that most of them will certainly have a strong opinion… Continue reading B2 – Boomerang Generation: Moving Back Home
B1 – Making Cocktails: Giving Instructions
Going with the theme of unusual holidays, there is a fun one coming up on 13th May – World Cocktail Day. It’s a perfect opportunity to bring something light yet highly engaging into your classroom. This B1 cocktail recipe ESL lesson focuses on giving instructions through the topic of making cocktails, using a classic mojito… Continue reading B1 – Making Cocktails: Giving Instructions
B1 – Beyond the CV: Writing a Cover Letter
When you’re applying for jobs, writing a great CV is only half the battle. Many companies also expect a cover letter...and this is where a lot of candidates go wrong! A cover letter isn’t just a copy of your CV. It's so much more. It’s your chance to show motivation, tailor your application to the… Continue reading B1 – Beyond the CV: Writing a Cover Letter
B1 – Applying for Jobs (Beating the ATS)
Applying for jobs today is very different from ten or even five years ago. Most companies don’t start by having a person read your CV. Nowadays, they use an ATS (Applicant Tracking System), a piece of software that scans applications and decides who goes through to the next round. This is both scary and exciting:… Continue reading B1 – Applying for Jobs (Beating the ATS)
B1 – Decode the Dream
Teeth falling out? Flying? Being chased? This B1 dream interpretation lesson dives into the mysterious world of dream interpretation, a fascinating topic that gets students thinking, speculating, and speaking. If you’re looking for an original listening and speaking lesson that’s equal parts introspective and imaginative, Decode the Dream delivers just that. This lesson is perfect… Continue reading B1 – Decode the Dream
B1 – Why is Eurovision so popular?
Lights, costumes, controversy – what’s not to love? This B1 Eurovision ESL lesson dives into one of the world’s most outrageous events and gets students talking and reminiscing. It helps learners explore the fun and eccentric world of Eurovision while sharpening their speaking and reading skills. It’s Eurovision week, with the grand final just around… Continue reading B1 – Why is Eurovision so popular?
