Making a sandwich with Mr. Bean

Sandwich lesson (Mr. Bean) This lesson falls under the category of describing a “How to” process. Students will look at step-by-step picture representation of how to make a butter, lettuce, and fish sandwich. Based on their level, give them simple vocabulary and repeat-phrases they can use to complete the task. … Continue reading

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Have you… guessed who?

Another simple worksheet/game by yours truly. Nothing too special here other than a variation on the classic “Guess who” game. Have you guessed who This activity focuses on the present perfect question form “Have you + verbed + for/since?” and the appropriate response “Yes, I have…. / No, I haven’t”. The … Continue reading

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How can I get there? ( New Crown 二年生)

Simple lesson for 二年生 students studying from pg10 of the New Crown textbook. How Can I Get There worksheets Matches pg 10 of the New Crown text book and involves an information gap (pairwork) activity practicing the conversation points outlined on pg 10 along with cardinal numbers. This is followed … Continue reading

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Crazy Conversation Game!

I actually thought up this game with a drinking game in mind…. Change sipping a drink into + or – points, change around a few categories (for better English practice), and why not use it to help students learn?  (Shhhh) TOPIC: Conversation practice for an Oral Communication class LEVEL: High … Continue reading

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Daily Activities with Mr. Bean

This lesson spices up the common theme of daily activities (i.e. “I get up at 7, I brush my teeth, I go to school…”) by adding some fun new vocabulary and a funny video. Not my original idea, I took it and made a customized worksheet that can be used … Continue reading

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Zoom- Picture Cards

Zoom 1 of 2 Zoom 2 of 2 re-Zoom 1 of 2 re-Zoom 2 of 2 Because of file size, zip files are split into part one and two. Also, there are two not zipped jpeg for picture one and two of the re-Zoom series. This activity was used at … Continue reading

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Text Messaging

Teach students how to read and use text message short cuts. This worksheet is self-explanatory. You can take it one step further by allowing the students to use their phones to send you a message to which you can respond. (maybe to an old hotmail account or something) Topic: mobile … Continue reading

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BAAM: The Ultimate Multipurpose, Multifunction, Keep ‘Em On The Edge Of Their Seats Game

Do you find your lessons lacking a little…umpf?  Are your students so bored during your activities that you can see thought bubbles floating over their heads depicting paint drying?  Well, I have just the activity for you!   BAAM is an interactive game that is guaranteed to hold students’ attention … Continue reading

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Crazy Comparisons

Students work to complete the sentence:  A is like B because ____________________. Topic: Comparing nouns Level: HS Class Size: 40 students Running Time: 20-30 min Students work to compare nouns and to explain their comparison by completing the sentence: A is like B because ______________. Is a good writing activity … Continue reading

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Speaking of Fall

A two-part lesson geared toward English communication between students. Topic: Autumn (adaptable). Level: Senior High School Class Size: any Running Time: 50 min Objective:  To get students communicating using vocabulary relevant to autumn.  This lesson can be adapted to any theme or vocabulary set. Part 1:  Find the Differences Preparation:  … Continue reading

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