Going with the theme of unusual holidays, there is a fun one coming up on 13th May – World Cocktail Day. It’s a perfect opportunity to bring something light yet highly engaging into your classroom. This B1 cocktail recipe ESL lesson focuses on giving instructions through the topic of making cocktails, using a classic mojito… Continue reading B1 – Making Cocktails: Giving Instructions
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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?
B1 – Beyond the CV: Writing a Cover Letter
When you’re applying for jobs, writing a great CV is only half the battle. Many companies also expect a cover letter...and this is where a lot of candidates go wrong! A cover letter isn’t just a copy of your CV. It's so much more. It’s your chance to show motivation, tailor your application to the… Continue reading B1 – Beyond the CV: Writing a Cover Letter
B1 – Applying for Jobs (Beating the ATS)
Applying for jobs today is very different from ten or even five years ago. Most companies don’t start by having a person read your CV. Nowadays, they use an ATS (Applicant Tracking System), a piece of software that scans applications and decides who goes through to the next round. This is both scary and exciting:… Continue reading B1 – Applying for Jobs (Beating the ATS)
A2 – Reading and Writing Part 6 – Christmas Email
We are about to enter the most magical time of the year – Christmas! This season offers immense potential for countless themed lesson plans. For this reason, I would like to propose a Christmas email writing lesson that cleverly encourages students to write emails inviting their friends and coworkers to an office Christmas party. I… Continue reading A2 – Reading and Writing Part 6 – Christmas Email
Cambridge CAE – Writing Part 2 (report)
With the increased number of advanced students looking for different ways of improving their communication while talking about their jobs, I naturally started looking for various activities that match their interests. I want my students not only to talk about work-related things but also set them up for future homework. In this class, students get… Continue reading Cambridge CAE – Writing Part 2 (report)
B2 – Writing Part 1 (Essay) – The effects of fashion on people’s lives
Love it or hate it, fashion is a topic that sparks conversation and creativity, making it perfect for the classroom. In this post, I’ll share fashion-themed FCE lesson that engage students while helping them excel in Writing Part 1 of the Cambridge B2 First exam. From discussing trends to analysing essay structures, this lesson covers… Continue reading B2 – Writing Part 1 (Essay) – The effects of fashion on people’s lives