This lesson for ESL beginners (CLB 1-2) focuses on Canada’s three Prairie provinces. Your students will learn basic facts about the geography and economy. of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Activities include vocabulary exercises, map labeling, a short video, and reflection questions comparing this Canadian region with their own home countries.
Category Archives: Alberta
Week of Nov. 10/25
Watch this short video role play about winter weather. This video is part of a complete lesson plan on the ESL Directions website.
Week of Sept. 8/25
Watch this new video for your beginner ESL students on calling the Health Link line (811) in Alberta. The video is part of a full lesson plan for newcomers on this free 24/7 medical advice service.
Week of July 28/25
Alberta garden flowers
This lesson plan for ESL beginners focuses on common flowers in Alberta gardens. The lesson includes activities for vocabulary development and practice (including learning singular and plural forms), a short video, information about annuals and perennials, and understanding bloom times. The session also encourages interactive learning through discussions and reflection.
Week of July 21/25
The lesson plan introduces students to some wild animals found in Alberta. Aimed at CLB Stage I (1-3) learners, the lesson’s activities include warm-ups, skill-building, and review activities. Students will learn vocabulary, watch a short video, identify animal characteristics, and understand safety issues related to Alberta’s wildlife.
ESL Directions 