Lessons
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Imposter Inside You – ESL Lesson Plan
Help your students tackle imposter syndrome – that nagging feeling of “Am I really good enough?” Even successful people experience it! This lesson is full of engaging activities that build listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills while encouraging self-reflection. Students will: With fun discussions, practical exercises, and reflection tasks, this lesson helps students recognize their…
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Inside the Narcissist’s Mind – ESL Lesson Plan
Dive into the fascinating world of narcissism, from the ancient Greek myth of Narcissus to modern psychology! Inspired by the TED-Ed video on YouTube, this lesson helps students explore personality traits, toxic friendships, and the impact of self-obsession in everyday life. Through engaging activities, students will: Fun, thought-provoking, and interactive – this lesson makes psychology…
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Step It Up! – ESL Lesson Plan
Get your students moving – literally! This fun lesson, inspired by a video from the TED-Ed YouTube channel, explores the benefits of walking 10,000 steps a day and how it helps both health and the planet. Students will: Perfect for classes that want learning to be active, practical, and a little bit fun! Get this…
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The Déjà Vu Effect: Science or Mystery? – ESL Lesson Plan
Ever had that weird feeling that you’ve been somewhere before? Your students probably have too – and they’ll love diving into the mystery of déjà vu in this lesson! Inspired by a fascinating BBC Ideas YouTube video, this plan combines science, mystery, and pop culture to keep learners hooked from start to finish. Students will:…
English Level: B2 -
Laziness or Burnout? Spot the difference! – ESL Lesson Plan
Is your class tired… or truly burned out? This engaging lesson helps students explore the fine line between laziness and burnout while practicing reading comprehension, vocabulary in context, critical thinking, and discussion skills. Through matching games, comprehension tables, timelines, and opinion debates, learners discover: Students not only sharpen their language skills, but also reflect on…
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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…
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Out-Sleeping Sleeping Beauty – ESL Lesson Plan
Bring curiosity and engagement into your classroom with this unique lesson on the mysterious Sleeping Beauty Syndrome! Students will explore an accessible, well-researched text from Healthline: Medical information and health advice you can trust. and watch an insightful video from the Inside Out YouTube channel, giving them both a scientific and real-world perspective. This lesson…
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Can You Trust Your Memory? – ESL Lesson Plan
What if your own memory betrayed you? This 90-minute lesson dives into the fascinating world of false memories, wrongful convictions, and the surprising science behind how our brains rewrite the past. Inspired by Elizabeth Loftus’s eye-opening TEDx talk, your students will question whether memory can ever truly be trusted. Students will: Perfect for upper-intermediate to…
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The Secret to a Happy and Healthy Life – ESL Lesson Plan
Unlock the keys to lasting happiness and wellbeing with this engaging lesson plan inspired by Robert Waldinger’s TEDx talk “What Makes a Good Life?”. Perfect for B2–C1 English learners, this 60–90 minute lesson combines thought-provoking discussion, vocabulary building, and video comprehension activities to explore what truly matters in life. Students will: Ideal for teachers seeking…
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Inside the Procrastinator’s Mind – ESL Lesson Plan
Bring laughter and insight into your classroom with this engaging lesson inspired by ideas shared in Tim Urban’s famous TED Talk. Students explore the hilarious world of the Instant Gratification Monkey, the Panic Monster, and the challenges of procrastination while building essential listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Through vocabulary practice, comprehension tasks, discussion questions,…
