Health – ESL Directions

Week of July 27/26

This lesson plan for beginner ESL students focuses on the names of various body parts. The lesson includes activities such as vocabulary matching, labelling, a short video, and group discussions on health and fitness. Check out the new section, “Building sentences,” that helps students use the lesson vocabulary to create short sentences.

Week of July 20/26

This lesson plan will teach your students about common illnesses and their treatments.

Aimed at CLB Stage I learners, this online lesson plan includes vocabulary acquisition, a short video, skill-building activities, and cultural insights regarding the Canadian healthcare system. Students engage in discussions and share home remedies.

Check out the new “Building sentences” section that will help your students move from understanding vocabulary to creating short sentences.

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 Mar. 3/25

This lesson plan will help your more advanced beginner students practice basic vocabulary needed for a routine check-up with an eye doctor.

Lesson plan activities include warm-up questions, skill-building tasks, video and other role plays, and review exercises. Students will also understand the difference between optometrists and opticians, and how eye care fits into the Canadian health system.

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.