Lesson overview:
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.
Lead-in:
Begin by asking: “Have you ever explained the war in Ukraine to someone from another country?” Let students share experiences in pairs to open discussion and set the stage for why communication matters in times of conflict.
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