Black gold: A look into the history of pepper — Video-based ESL lesson
Pepper is more than just a table condiment; it is a historical powerhouse that once…
Adverbs of certainty: A complete guide to expressing confidence in English
Adverbs of certainty show the speaker’s level of confidence in a statement. We use these…
Metacognition ESL lesson: Master the art of thinking about thinking
This comprehensive metacognition ESL lesson is designed for intermediate to advanced learners who want to…
Hear vs. listen: What is the difference?
Just like see and look, the difference between hear and listen comes down to intent….
Behind the smile: Stamina and sacrifice in artistic swimming
This intermediate ESL lesson plan is designed for B1-B2 students. Based on the BBC 6…
Paronomasia: Why dad jokes are the best way to learn English puns
English learners often find jokes the hardest part of a new language to master. This…
Billionaire bunkers and the prepper mentality: Video-based ESL lesson
This intermediate ESL lesson plan is designed for B1-B2 students. Based on the BBC 6…
Teaching Carol Dweck: A complete 60-minute ESL lesson on fixed vs. growth mindset
This 60-minute ESL lesson plan, designed for intermediate to advanced (B1-C1) learners, introduces students to…
ESL for the slopes: Vocabulary and planning for winter sports
This ESL lesson plan is designed to equip learners with the practical language skills needed…
Finding the flow: The ultimate state of peak performance
We have already explored how boredom triggers divergent thinking and how we use convergent thinking…
