Lessons
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The Log Truck That Haunted a Generation – ESL Lesson Plan
Who knew a truck full of logs could terrify an entire generation? Take your students on a wild ride through horror, psychology, and pop culture! In this lesson, they’ll explore the infamous scene from Final Destination 2 that left millennials changing lanes in real life. Perfect for B2-C1 learners, this lesson develops reading, listening, speaking,…
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The Evolution of Vampires: From Dracula to Twilight – ESL Lesson Plan
Bring a spooky twist to your classroom this Halloween with this engaging 90-minute B2-С1 lesson plan inspired by a TED-Ed YouTube video. Students explore the fascinating history of vampires – from ancient myths and 18th-century superstitions to modern pop culture icons like Dracula, Twilight’s Edward Cullen, and The Vampire Diaries’ Damon Salvatore. Through a mix…
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K-Pop & K-Culture Go Global – ESL Lesson Plan
Take your students on a journey through the global rise of Korean culture – from K-pop and K-dramas to K-beauty and Korean food. This engaging 90-minute lesson combines reading, listening, speaking, and writing activities that get students thinking critically about cultural trends and how they spread worldwide. Students will: Perfect for upper-intermediate learners, this lesson…
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Mind the Generation Gap! – ESL Lesson Plan
“Mind the Generation Gap” is a lively, ready-to-teach lesson that gets students laughing while thinking critically about generational stereotypes. A humorous text full of exaggerated portraits of Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z sets the stage for lively interaction and skill-building. Students will: Packed with humor, variety, and plenty of opportunities for meaningful…
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Why Horoscopes Hook Us: The Barnum Effect – ESL Lesson Plan
Why do horoscopes, fortune cookies, and online quizzes feel so true? In this engaging lesson, students discover the Barnum Effect – the psychological trick that makes vague statements seem personal. Through vocabulary, reading comprehension, critical thinking tasks, and lively discussions, learners explore how our brains connect to “one-size-fits-all” descriptions. Students will: This lesson is perfect…
English Level: B1
