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eShopping

This lesson is about buying and selling items on online auction sites, such as eBay and eBid. It provides students with the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the vocabulary and typical format of item listings on such sites. They will closely read and then write their own item listings, using adjectives and persuasive language.

Ordering fish and chips

In the UK, many people enjoy eating fish and chips.

a woman asking a taxi driver for directions

Reading directions aloud

Reading aloud is shown to improve confidence and understanding.

My favourite season

Which time of the year do you prefer? Which is your favourite season? Here Anne talks about her favourite season.
a woman speaking on her mobile phone

A short presentation on mobile phones

This activity will help you prepare for ESOL speaking examinations and giving short, informal presentations. In this activity, Kelly talks about mobile phones.

Watching television: adjectives

Watch the video of Anne talking about what she likes watching on TV, then answer the questions.

a surprised man

Unexpected situations

This lesson plan is all about the language learners need in the outside world when things do not go exactly according to plan!  

Storylines

A speaking and listening activity to help learners practise narrative tenses for storytelling. Aimed at lower level learners and above.

The new student role-play

A role play activity where students practising exchanging personal information.

One of those days: past perfect

Have you ever had a really bad day? Watch the video of Anne talking about when she had one of those terrible days.

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