Lesson overview:
This advanced ESL lesson helps students master writing coherent reviews across different contexts—restaurants, books, movies, and hotels. Aimed at B2-C1 learners, the lesson focuses on improving cohesion, logical flow, and the effective use of transitions. By comparing strong and weak reviews, rearranging disorganized texts, and practicing with targeted vocabulary, students will sharpen their writing and critical reading skills.
By the end of the lesson, they’ll be able to:
- identify and evaluate coherence in reviews,
- use cohesive devices effectively,
- write structured and convincing reviews.
Lead-in:
Begin by asking students to visualize and describe their last restaurant experience. Encourage them to rate different aspects (service, atmosphere, food) and share details with a partner. This relatable activity sparks personal engagement and naturally introduces the importance of clear, structured descriptions.
