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.
Category Archives: Alberta
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.
Week of June 23/25
This lesson plan focuses on teaching students about Alberta’s main regions, including their physical characteristics and main resources.
The lesson plan includes a variety of activities, such as vocabulary flashcards, audio activities, quizzes, and reflection questions. Aimed at CLB Stage I learners, the plan emphasizes speaking, listening, and reading skills.
Week of June 16/25
This lesson plan helps ESL beginners living in Edmonton to understand the city’s grid system of numbered streets and avenues.
The lesson plan includes activities to enhance vocabulary, increase understanding of addresses, and develop map skills. This lesson will allow your students to feel more comfortable navigating their new city.
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