ESL Directions

What’s new: Week of Dec. 2/24

This lesson plan teaches your beginner ESL students the basic vocabulary for completing an order in a restaurant. Activities include warm-ups, skill-using exercises, a short video role play and and an open-ended role play, and reflection questions. Students will understand cultural nuances and practice standard restaurant interactions while improving their speaking, listening, and reading skills.

What’s new: Week of Nov. 25/24

These two lesson plans will teach your beginner ESL students about preparing for a traditional Canadian Christmas and will also encourage discussions about their own cultural traditions. The lessons include interactive vocabulary activities, videos, and reflection questions to enhance speaking, listening, and reading skills.

What’s new: Week of Nov. 18/24

This lesson plan for your beginner ESL students teaches job interview preparation. The plan includes vocabulary building, skill practice, and cultural insights about Canadian job interviews. Various activities, such as role plays and reflection questions, aim to enhance students’ understanding and confidence in interview settings.

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.