July 1st is International Joke Day, a day dedicated to laughter, humour, and, most importantly, corny jokes. While stand-up comedy and funny stories require cultural awareness and personal experiences, there is something that is evergreen and much simpler – wordplay. In this English wordplay ESL lesson, students explore how double meanings and similar-sounding words can… Continue reading B2 – Why Is This Funny?: Decoding English Jokes
Category: B2 FCE
B2 – Boomerang Generation: Moving Back Home
As part of the series of lessons inspired by unusual holidays, 15th May, also known as Family Day, is a perfect opportunity to explore how modern families are changing. This Boomerang Kids ESL lesson focuses on one topic that some students may relate to, but that most of them will certainly have a strong opinion… Continue reading B2 – Boomerang Generation: Moving Back Home
B2 – Body Positivity: Myth or Reality?
On the list of unusual holidays, there is an interesting one coming up on 6th May – No Diet Day. It’s a great opportunity to introduce a body positivity ESL lesson that goes beyond simple discussion and encourages students to think more critically about body image. This lesson explores the idea of body positivity, as… Continue reading B2 – Body Positivity: Myth or Reality?
B2 – How to Survive the Apocalypse
After the unexpected power blackout across parts of Spain last Monday, I found myself thinking: what if this weren’t just a short-term outage? What if we really had to prepare for something bigger - like an actual emergency situation? That moment inspired this B2 apocalypse lesson plan, a reading and speaking session on how to… Continue reading B2 – How to Survive the Apocalypse
B2 – Health and Fitness🕧
The topic of health and fitness never goes out of style. From weekend yoga sessions to the latest superfood trends, it’s something students often have opinions on. This B2-level vocabulary lesson on health and fitness is a fantastic opportunity to introduce students to useful terminology while getting them talking about their personal routines and habits.… Continue reading B2 – Health and Fitness🕧
B2 – Essential Camera Gear
There’s something about camera gear that fascinates both beginner and experienced photographers alike. Whether it’s comparing lenses, or simply geeking out about what's inside someone’s bag, photography equipment can be a fantastic jumping-off point for conversation. This B2-level lesson focuses on practical vocabulary related to camera gear, with listening, vocabulary, and speaking activities built around… Continue reading B2 – Essential Camera Gear
B2 – Types of Photography
Photography is a fantastic way to capture moments, express creativity, and explore the world around us. This B2-level lesson introduces students to various photography genres and helps them develop the vocabulary they need to discuss these styles (and many others!) confidently. I put together this lesson inspired by my conversations with a student who is… Continue reading B2 – Types of Photography
B2 – Types of Crimes
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
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 🕧
B2 – Technological Advancements and Innovations 🕧
The topic of innovation and constantly advancing technology is evergreen. In today's world, we frequently encounter terms like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity in our daily lives. This B2 technology vocabulary lesson is a great opportunity to delve into this topic and discuss the future of technology. Even though the topic of technology is well-covered, it… Continue reading B2 – Technological Advancements and Innovations 🕧