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English Language Education - Lesson Plan Samples
English Language Education - Lesson Plan Samples
Building Confidence with “To Be” – An Innovative ESL Lesson for Teens
Building Confidence with “To Be” – An Innovative ESL Lesson for Teens
This beginner-level lesson (CEFR A1) introduces the present simple forms of the verb “to be” to early teen learners (ages 12–13) using an engaging, student-centered approach. Designed to reach diverse learning styles and abilities, the lesson incorporates visual aids, physical movement, pair work, and listening activities to ensure all students feel supported and successful.
What sets this lesson apart is its intentional blend of active learning and real-world language use. Students begin with a scaffolded warm-up, progress through group interaction and grammar discovery tasks, and culminate in a speaking activity where they confidently use “am,” “is,” and “are” in meaningful contexts—talking about themselves and their classmates.
Created with inclusivity in mind, the lesson empowers quieter students through structured pair work and gives high-energy learners space to shine in games and kinesthetic exercises. The materials are adaptable and culturally responsive, ensuring engagement whether in local classrooms or international online settings.
This lesson reflects my core teaching philosophy: inspire confidence, adapt to every learner, and create classrooms where language is lived, not memorized.
Exploring Life Through Language – Past Simple vs. Present Perfect
Exploring Life Through Language – Past Simple vs. Present Perfect
This intermediate ESL lesson (CEFR B1) is designed to help students confidently distinguish between Past Simple and Present Perfect—not just through rules and drills, but by connecting grammar to their own lived experiences. Developed for teens and adult learners, the lesson blends cultural relevance, clear scaffolding, and collaborative learning.
Through tasks like comparing trips to Mexican cities, talking about food and traditions, and sharing personal “first times,” learners naturally internalize grammar as a tool for meaningful communication. A guided discovery format encourages students to explore patterns, while group timelines and reflection exercises reinforce form and usage visually and conceptually.
What makes this lesson stand out is its flexibility and inclusiveness. Lizeth adapts the lesson structure to suit mixed-ability groups by incorporating visual prompts, peer coaching, and tiered grammar support. It’s a clear example of her ability to design engaging, culturally grounded lessons that challenge advanced learners while supporting those who need more structure.
This lesson reflects my commitment to teaching the whole class—not just the curriculum—and ensuring every student sees themselves as a communicator with a story to tell.
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