Lesson plan

This A2-B1 ESL lesson plan, Add to Cart, introduces students to fun, informal shopping and food vocabulary through relatable activities and interviews. Students will explore personal shopping habits, learn and use common slang like 'nanas, delish, and fave, and practice expressing preferences. They’ll also work on forming natural sentences and asking questions in context. Perfect for beginner learners, this lesson builds confidence in speaking, listening, and vocabulary fluency—all within a real-life shopping context.

This B1-B2 ESL lesson introduces students to niksen, the Dutch practice of “doing nothing.” Through thought-provoking discussions, article-based tasks, and vocabulary development, students will reflect on stress, wellness, and how cultures approach rest. The lesson builds fluency through real-life topics that matter. Ideal for teens and adults, this class offers space for self-expression while expanding students' language for discussing mental health and work-life balance.

In this punctuation-focused lesson, B2-C1 students will master the use of commas and dashes through group work, storytelling, and guided analysis. Learners will explore key rules such as using commas for lists, non-essential information, and conjunctions, while also learning how dashes add emphasis or insert extra detail. With collaborative tasks and engaging texts, this lesson helps students refine their writing clarity and expressiveness by using punctuation effectively.

This advanced ESL lesson helps B2-C1 students master cohesive devices that bring clarity and flow to writing and speech. Through real-life business contexts, students explore how to use linkers for contrast, cause and effect, and addition. With sentence-matching, editing tasks, and email writing, learners build both accuracy and style in their communication. Perfect for students aiming to elevate their writing skills and sound more professional in workplace emails and formal English.

In this gentle yet powerful lesson, students explore the concept of “glimmers”—small moments that bring a sense of calm and joy. Designed for A2–B1 learners, this lesson helps students talk about emotions and mindfulness using practical vocabulary and real-life examples. Through video, discussions, and reflective tasks, students build speaking confidence while learning how to describe their personal “glimmers.” A great pick for wellness-themed lessons or slower-paced conversational classes.

In this B1-B2 lesson plan, your students will explore the concept of "rage cleaning" – a way to cope with overwhelming emotions by channeling frustration into cleaning. Through reading an article, discussing relatable scenarios, and engaging in various grammar exercises, students will not only practice vocabulary but also master key collocations. They'll also strengthen their use of present perfect and past simple tenses while learning how to manage stress and emotions more effectively. This lesson is a great opportunity for learners to reflect on their own experiences and improve both their language skills and emotional intelligence.

In this lesson, your advanced ESL learners will explore life-changing experiences through conversation, grammar exercises, and personal reflections. Using the present perfect and past simple tenses, they'll discuss unforgettable events such as solo trips, watching sunsets from remote locations, and even shaving their heads! Through a combination of real-world conversations, gap-fill activities, and a fun pair-based interview game, students will deepen their understanding of these tenses while practicing speaking and listening in authentic contexts.

In this advanced ESL lesson plan, students will dive deep into the world of abstract nouns. They'll read powerful quotes and explore how words like success, fear, and courage shape our thoughts. Through a mix of thought-provoking exercises and grammar activities, students will not only strengthen their understanding of abstract concepts but also get hands-on practice with articles, learning how to use them in real contexts. This lesson goes beyond textbook examples, offering students practical tools to enrich their vocabulary and fine-tune their grammar skills.

Learn basic Easter vocabulary through basket contents