What do learning to swim, passing a driving test and a tiny sandpiper have in common? More than you think! They all remind us that success rarely comes on the first attempt. Every achievement begins with a challenge, and sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't the task itself, but rather believing that we can do it.… Continue reading B1 – Keep Trying: The Road To Success
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B2 – Lighting the Sky: Fireworks or Drones?
Every year on July 4th, millions of people across the United States celebrate Independence Day with parades, barbecues and, of course, spectacular fireworks displays. This fireworks drone show lesson explores a growing debate as an increasing number of cities replace traditional fireworks with drone light shows. While some people welcome the change, others believe that… Continue reading B2 – Lighting the Sky: Fireworks or Drones?
B1 – The Most Useless Emoji: Facts vs Opinions
Every year on July 17th, people celebrate World Emoji Day, a holiday dedicated to the tiny icons that have become an essential part of our everyday communication. While some emojis have become indispensable, others seem to have little or no purpose at all. In this B1 world emoji day lesson, students analyse one person's passionate… Continue reading B1 – The Most Useless Emoji: Facts vs Opinions
B2 – Why Is This Funny?: Decoding English Jokes
July 1st is International Joke Day, a day dedicated to laughter, humour, and, most importantly, corny jokes. While stand-up comedy and funny stories require cultural awareness and personal experiences, there is something that is evergreen and much simpler – wordplay. In this English wordplay ESL lesson, students explore how double meanings and similar-sounding words can… Continue reading B2 – Why Is This Funny?: Decoding English Jokes
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
B2 – Body Positivity: Myth or Reality?
On the list of unusual holidays, there is an interesting one coming up on 6th May – No Diet Day. It’s a great opportunity to introduce a body positivity ESL lesson that goes beyond simple discussion and encourages students to think more critically about body image. This lesson explores the idea of body positivity, as… Continue reading B2 – Body Positivity: Myth or Reality?
B1 – Talking About Jobs: Responsibilities, Skills and Challenges
With International Workers’ Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get students talking about jobs. Whether they’re describing their current role, preparing for interviews, or discussing future plans, this topic is highly relevant. This jobs speaking ESL lesson focuses on giving students the tools they need to speak confidently about jobs using… Continue reading B1 – Talking About Jobs: Responsibilities, Skills and Challenges
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?
B2 – How to Survive the Apocalypse
After the unexpected power blackout across parts of Spain last Monday, I found myself thinking: what if this weren’t just a short-term outage? What if we really had to prepare for something bigger - like an actual emergency situation? That moment inspired this B2 apocalypse lesson plan, a reading and speaking session on how to… Continue reading B2 – How to Survive the Apocalypse
