You can’t have good without bad, right? Well, the same goes for laws and crimes! Get your students involved in a B2 crime vocabulary lesson they won't forget anytime soon. Hear someone share their story of a crime that happened to them, and then get into a discussion about all the different types of crimes… Continue reading B2 – Types of Crimes
Author: joannaesl
A CELTA certified ESL teacher based in Altea, Spain. I share my experience regarding teaching in Spain, getting into ESL from scratch, but I also like to prepare lesson plans and classroom content.
Three years on Preply🎉🎊🥳
A day late, but here we are - I can’t believe it’s been three years on Preply! So much has changed, and it’s been quite the journey. This past year was shaped by my big price changes and taking a more selective approach. Curious? Check out my third annual Preply tutor earnings report on earnings,… Continue reading Three years on Preply🎉🎊🥳
A2/B1 – What is law?
Let's talk about law! This A2/B1 law lesson is all about helping students get the hang of the basics of law. It breaks down what laws are, why they're important, and how they're different from regular rules. Filled with discussions, listening activities, and real-life legal situations, this lesson makes learning about law interesting, enjoyable and… Continue reading A2/B1 – What is law?
B1 – Understanding Credit Scores
Get to know credit scores! This lesson plan is all about understanding credit scores for B1 students, helping them figure out what credit scores are and how they affect personal finance. With fun listening and role-play scenarios, this lesson is packed with everything they need to feel comfortable discussing credit scores like experts! Let’s jump… Continue reading B1 – Understanding Credit Scores
B1 – Opening a Bank Account
Banking made easy! This B1-level lesson plan takes your students through the steps to open a bank account, helping them pick up useful financial terms and boosting their confidence. With a fun mix of listening, speaking, and real-life activities, they’ll get the hang of banking tasks in no time! Let's talk money once again💸. Last… Continue reading B1 – Opening a Bank Account
B2 – The Passive Voice 🕧
Passive voice news articles give students a clear look at how grammar works in the real world - often without us even noticing! In this class, we’ll explore how passive voice in news headlines adds formality and distance from the subject. Get ready to uncover how this grammar structure hides in plain sight! I thought… Continue reading B2 – The Passive Voice 🕧
Time Management: Essential Tips from a Self-Employed Online Tutor
New Year, New Me? I’m not usually one to set New Year’s resolutions, but lately I’ve been thinking it might be time to shake things up - especially when it comes to how I work and how much I take on as a self-employed online tutor. This post dives into what led me to that… Continue reading Time Management: Essential Tips from a Self-Employed Online Tutor
B1 – Christmas mystery (modal verbs of speculation)
Forget the usual Christmas lesson plans where you talk about your favorite and least favorite gifts🎁, what you enjoy about holiday meals🍴, and all those holiday clichés🎅🏽. Try this Christmas ESL mystery lesson instead - check out a fun Waitrose ad and dive into solving the mystery of the missing Christmas pudding, all while picking… Continue reading B1 – Christmas mystery (modal verbs of speculation)
Christmas-themed C1 speaking
'Tis the season again! Time really flies, doesn't it? So, I've got a fun Christmas gift for all the Cambridge prep teachers out there - Christmas-themed speaking activities for CAE candidates. There's truly nothing better than relaxing after a busy prep time while still getting ready for that exam, all in a festive vibe! I… Continue reading Christmas-themed C1 speaking
B1 – Money Management
Money talks, and so will your students with this engaging B1 money management lesson focused on financial empowerment! Watch a video that highlights the importance of changing spending habits and the benefits of saving money. Follow this with a lively discussion on how to maximize your salary while ensuring there is something left in your… Continue reading B1 – Money Management