Recently voted Britain’s favourite takeaway, fish and chips is a traditional British meal that is sold all over the UK. Fish and chip shops are known colloquially as ‘chippies’, and it is said that over a fifth of the UK population visit one of the more than 10,000 chippies in Read more…
This discussion based English lesson is based on two award winning short films that share the same themes of stereotyping and prejudice. Strangers is an dark and atmospheric short film set on a late night train whereas Traction is a light hearted comedy based on the contemporary protocols of modern dating. Both films generate great discussion topics that challenge assumptions about people.
This listening lesson plan is based on a brilliantly dark comedy by Max Sherman. This short film takes a humorous look at the secret life of an everyday office worker. Students will discuss the theme of common stereotypes within professions and consider the meaning of some common idiomatic phrases. They Read more…
The topic of this listening lesson focuses on the benefits of language learning, which is something that all your students should be interested in. The lesson plan features a Cambridge style listening task and a discussion based lesson exercise where students are encouraged to talk about their English language learning Read more…
This listening lesson is based on an animated Ted Ed. presentation that discusses better ways that we can practice and develop skills. The language focus of the lesson is language to explain. Students will talk about their hobbies and leisure activities and practice giving advice and instructions. This lesson plan Read more…
This listening lesson is based on a speech by American astrophysicist, author and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson in which he describes the importance of critical thinking. The lesson focus is more than just listening for detail and understanding, it also includes exercises to introduce the students to new vocabulary, Read more…
This lesson is based on a charming little animated short about an elderly man who overcomes his fear of falling. Students practice using the past tense to narrate a story. They also practice using time markers and prepositions. Students describe what they see in the film and use narrative language Read more…