ESL Directions

What’s new: Week of Nov. 11/24

This lesson plan focuses on teaching ESL students the names and meanings of common traffic signs in Canada. The lesson plan includes activities such as a video, quizzes, and discussions about traffic rules. Students reflect on any differences in traffic regulations between Canada and their home countries.

What’s new: Week of Nov. 4/24

Teach your beginner ESL students the basic vocabulary needed to call 911 in an emergency. This lesson includes role plays, comprehension exercises, a short video role play, and discussions about emergency situations. The lesson also helps students to understand how the health care system works in Canada.

What’s new: Week of Oct. 28/24

This lesson plan for beginner ESL students focuses on basic grocery items and sections, such as the produce and meat sections. Students will categorize food items, learn to ask for help in locating items, and engage in video/audio activities, discussions, vocabulary practice, and review exercises to reinforce their understanding.

What’s new: Week of Oct. 21/24

Help your beginner ESL students learn the basic vocabulary and phrases needed to make a simple order in a coffee shop. This lesson plan moves your students through the standard questions and answers in this kind of exchange.

The lesson plan includes opening and closing discussion questions, vocabulary practice, a short video, and an open-ended role play to improve your students’ practical communication skills.

What’s new: Week of Oct. 14/24

Watch this short video on opening a bank account with your class of ESL beginners. This video is part of the full “Opening a bank account” lesson plan.