Lesson plan

Help your A2–B1 students master the art of asking clarifying questions in English with this practical and engaging lesson. “Come again?” focuses on real-life communication breakdowns and how to handle them politely and naturally. Using authentic video, controlled dialogues, and role-play, students will learn and practice key phrases like “Sorry, I didn’t catch that” and “What do you mean by…?” Ideal for building confidence in everyday conversations and improving listening and speaking skills.

Get ready for a sound-filled lesson that brings English to life through onomatopoeias! In “What’s That Sound?”, B1-B2 students will explore real-world sound vocabulary, from crashes and clangs to pops and thuds. Through storytelling, matching, and writing activities, students will strengthen vocabulary, boost descriptive language, and sharpen listening and reading comprehension. This lesson is ideal for learners who enjoy creative tasks and vivid imagery while building fluency in context.

This B2–C1 ESL lesson dives into the modern dilemma of digital dependency while traveling. Using a reflective article titled Travel Unplugged, students explore how smartphones affect presence, perception, and connection during holidays. Through rich vocabulary, guided reading, genre analysis, and personal storytelling, learners build reading fluency, critical thinking, and discussion skills—all while reflecting on their own habits. It’s a thought-provoking lesson perfect for advanced students looking to deepen language through real-life topics.

This A1–A2 lesson is all about those little everyday things we never know the name of—like that tiny metal thing for your earring or the stretchy band you use for your hair. Students will learn useful vocabulary for common small items (aka bits and bobs) and how to describe objects when they forget the word. With real-life dialogues, fun matching tasks, and role-plays, they’ll walk away feeling more confident using English in those “uh… what’s this called?” moments.

If your students love keeping up with the latest celebrity gossip or viral TikToks, they’ll love this B1-B2 lesson. Using real pop culture news, students will learn useful vocabulary like breadwinner, retail, and to acquire, and dig into trending topics like “little luxuries,” celebrity relationships, and new TV shows. With videos, group tasks, and open-ended discussions, this lesson helps students build confidence expressing opinions—and have some fun along the way.

This upbeat lesson gets students talking about summer fun, with a focus on paddle boarding—a sport many may not know much about. Through a mix of speaking, listening, and vocabulary activities, learners share their own experiences, react to a real vlog, and describe outdoor hobbies in English. It’s a great way to boost confidence with everyday language while keeping things light and engaging. Perfect for a summer unit or any lesson on sports and leisure.

This powerful and sensitive B2 lesson helps Ukrainian ESL students communicate their reality to the world by exploring the language used in war reporting. Centered on real news texts about the russian invasion, students will learn essential war-related vocabulary and how to explain complex events clearly to foreigners. Through translation, vocabulary tasks, and guided speaking, students build both language confidence and emotional resilience. Ideal for upper-intermediate learners, this lesson promotes clarity, empathy, and advocacy through English.

Help your students recognize and combat impostor syndrome with this engaging and reflective ESL lesson plan. Ideal for B1-B2 learners, the lesson guides students through common impostor thoughts and practical coping strategies. Through pair discussions, vocabulary exercises, and confidence-building speaking tasks, students will practice adjectives like reliable, resourceful, and meticulous while learning how to reframe negative self-perceptions. It’s perfect for learners looking to boost their self-awareness and express strengths more clearly in English.

This B2 ESL lesson invites students to explore the lives of centenarians—people aged 100 and beyond—through inspiring stories and personal reflections. Students will build vocabulary around aging, resilience, and wisdom while practicing reading comprehension and critical thinking. With tasks ranging from matching vocabulary to discussion stations and creative writing, this lesson helps learners appreciate intergenerational stories while developing fluency and empathy. It’s ideal for advanced learners interested in real-life narratives and meaningful conversation.