Lessons

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A1
Lesson plans
The Advice Line
In this A1 lesson, students practise functional language for asking for, giving and responding to advice through simple, real-life situations and engaging speaking activities using should and shouldn’t.
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A1
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What Shall We Do? - Making and Responding to Suggestions
In this A1 Functional Language lesson, students learn how to make and respond to suggestions using phrases such as Let’s..., Shall we...?, Good idea!, and Sorry, I don’t like... They practise the language through short dialogues, controlled activities, a Genially game, role plays, and picture-based speaking tasks about making plans together.
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A2
Lesson plans
Check In, Speak Up
In this lesson, students will learn and practise essential hotel vocabulary and phrases for checking in, reporting problems, and making requests. They will build confidence communicating in typical hotel situations as both a guest and a receptionist.
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A1
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Everyday Small Talk
In this A1 lesson, students practise functional language for small talk through simple, real-life speaking activities, focusing on greetings, asking questions, giving short answers, and ending conversations.
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A2
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Women Support Women
In this A2-level lesson, students will explore how women support each other. They will take part in meaningful discussions, watch short videos, and practise using supportive phrases in real-life situations.
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B1
Lesson plans
Meeting Basics
In this B1 lesson, students develop speaking and communication skills by exploring attitudes to meetings and practising functional language for giving opinions and agreeing or disagreeing politely in realistic workplace situations.
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A1
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Are You Ready To Order?
In this A1 lesson, students practise functional language for ordering food and drinks in a cafƩ through simple, real-life speaking activities.
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B1
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Sorry, Could You Help Me?
In this B1 lesson, students practise functional language for making polite requests through real-life situations and engaging, speaking-focused activities.
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A2 B1
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The Rise of Third Places
In this A2–B1 level lesson, students will get acquainted with the concept of a ā€œthird place.ā€ They will discuss what kinds of places they like, play a ā€˜Real or Not’ game, and design their own perfect third place.
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A1 A2
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London Unlocked
In this lesson, students will explore famous London landmarks, practise asking for and giving directions, and participate in interactive activities to build vocabulary and speaking skills related to navigating the city.
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B1
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Evolving Coffee Culture. Ordering Coffee
In this lesson, students will practise ordering coffee and learn about evolving coffee culture through discussions, role-plays, and vocabulary exercises.
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A1 A2
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Apartment Hunting (Rent a Flat)
In this lesson, students will learn how to rent an apartment, explore essential vocabulary, and engage in practical tasks and activities to enhance their understanding.
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ESL Lesson Plans for English Teachers

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