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Category Archives: Health

What’s new: Week of Apr. 15/24

Our latest lesson plans “Making a dentist’s appointment” and “Talking with the dental receptionist” feature vocabulary flashcards, practice exercises, audio activities, videos, and discussion questions. These two lesson plans enhance vocabulary and communication skills related to dental appointments.

Posted byESL DirectionsApril 14, 2024April 13, 2024Posted inHealthTags:dentist, dentist's receptionist, making appointments, telephone

What’s new: Week of Apr. 8/24

Check out our latest lesson plan on visiting the dentist. You’ll find vocabulary flashcards and other vocabulary practice exercises, a short video, audio and comprehension activities, and opening and closing discussion questions.

Posted byESL DirectionsApril 6, 2024April 16, 2024Posted inHealthTags:dental hygienist, dentist

What’s new: Week of Apr. 1/24

This new lesson plan on visiting the eye doctor includes opening and closing discussion questions, vocabulary flashcards, and a “listen and read” role play. Also included are comprehension questions and other vocabulary practice activities. You’ll also find a few helpful resources to external related sites.

Posted byESL DirectionsMarch 30, 2024March 30, 2024Posted inHealth, UncategorizedTags:eye doctor, eyes

What’s new: Week of March 4/24

New lesson plans: Where do your Canadian taxes go? (different levels of Canadian government and the services provided by each); Talking with a librarian (asking for help at your public library); and Talking about illnesses (describing your symptoms).

Posted byESL DirectionsMarch 5, 2024March 18, 2024Posted inAlberta, Canada, government, Health, neighbourhoodsTags:illnesses, public libraries, taxes

What’s new: Week of Feb. 19/24

New lesson plan: Ways to access the Alberta health care system. Recently updated lesson plans: Canadian money, Using an ATM, and At the bank (banking words and phrases). New resources: Gardening.

Posted byESL DirectionsFebruary 19, 2024February 26, 2024Posted inAlberta, banking, Canada, Health, moneyTags:Alberta, ATM, banking, gardening, health care system

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