The lesson plan focuses on Edmonton landmarks, shopping malls, and parks. Activities include vocabulary and identification tasks, a short video, and discussions about personal experiences. Designed for CLB Stage I learners, the plan encourages students to reflect on their new city versus their home cities or towns.
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Week of June 29/26
This lesson plan focuses on the vocabulary for common summer attractions available in most towns. The lesson includes skill-building activities such as discussions about local parks, shopping malls, and festivals. A short video is included. Students will also engage in reflection questions to enhance their understanding of the topic.
Week of June 22/26
This lesson plan focuses on Canada’s role in World War II. The lesson includes warm-up activities, vocabulary exercises, reading passages, a short video, and reflection questions to increase your students’ understanding of Canadian history.
Week of June 15/26
Teach your beginner ESL students how to sing “O Canada.” This lesson plan includes vocabulary building, understanding the anthem’s meaning, a short video, and pronunciation practice. Activities involve listening, singing, and reflecting on personal experiences with national anthems.
Week of June 8/26
This lesson plan focuses on the Canadian version of a famous folk song,. The lesson includes interactive activities such as warm-ups, vocabulary building exercises, a short video, and a class sing-along.
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