Culture & Traditions
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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. Through a fun text full of exaggerated portraits of Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, learners practice reading for gist and detail, expand their vocabulary with fresh, natural expressions, and engage in speaking activities…
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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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Learning Conditionals with Joey – ESL Lesson Plan
What would Joey do? Now your students can find out… while learning English! This fun lesson uses an episode from “Joey” (a spin-off sequel to “Friends”) to teach second conditional and subjunctive mood in a way that’s actually entertaining. Students will watch, listen, fill in gaps, and chat about funny “what if” situations—like what they’d…
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From Ghost Stories to Science Stories – ESL Lesson Plan
Looking for a lesson that’s a little spooky and super smart? This 90-minute adventure takes your students deep into the world of the paranormal — but with a scientific twist! Based on Carrie Poppy’s hilarious and thought-provoking TEDx talk, this lesson challenges learners to explore ghost stories, carbon monoxide, and the fine line between “haunted”…
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The Algorithm of Love – ESL Lesson Plan
Ever wondered if love is about luck, effort, or strategy? This fun lesson, based on Amy Webb’s TEDx talk “How I Hacked Online Dating,” lets students explore exactly that—using real-life examples from online dating and the world of algorithms. Students will: It’s a lively, thought-provoking lesson that gets students talking, thinking, and even planning their…
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Hogwarts House Quest: Find Your House! – ESL Lesson Plan
Bring the magic of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone into your classroom with this engaging lesson based on the famous Sorting Hat scene. Students will explore the four Hogwarts houses, learn and practice personality trait vocabulary, and discuss values like bravery, loyalty, and ambition. Through lively discussions, matching activities, and a fun “Sorting Game,”…
