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Category Archives: animals

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.

Posted byESL DirectionsJuly 20, 2025July 18, 2025Posted inAlberta, animals, ESL Directions videosLeave a comment on Week of July 21/25

What’s new: Week of June 24/24

Celebrate Canada Day by teaching your ESL students about Canadian symbols with a lesson plan featuring descriptive videos and images. This content helps students understand the appearance (and, in come cases, the sound of these symbols).

Posted byESL DirectionsJune 23, 2024June 18, 2024Posted inanimals, Canada, videosLeave a comment on What’s new: Week of June 24/24

New video!

Basic vocabulary about some common wild animals in Edmonton for your class of beginner ESL students.

Posted byESL DirectionsJune 3, 2024June 17, 2024Posted inAlberta, animals, Edmonton, ESL Directions videosLeave a comment on New video!
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